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Recruitment Consultant

Job Posted: 23 days ago

Salary: £ 28,000 - 32,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Chester

Expire in: 5 days

Job Description

Recruitment Consultant (Temporary Desk – Industrial Sector) Chester | Full 360 Role | £28-32k Basic + Uncapped Commission

Are you an experienced Temp-focused Recruitment Consultant who thrives in a full 360 role and genuinely enjoys building relationships with both clients and candidates?

Meridian Business Support is recruiting for a Recruitment Consultant to join our award winning branch based in Chester, supporting a busy temporary desk with a strong focus on industrial, logistics, warehousing and manufacturing roles across the Chester area. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys running their own desk, developing new business and delivering a high-volume, high-quality temp solution.

The Role

This is a permanent, full-time position, working Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm. You’ll manage the complete 360 recruitment lifecycle, working closely with the Branch Manager and wider team to grow and maintain a profitable temporary desk.

Key responsibilities include:

Sourcing and placing candidates into temporary assignments across industrial and logistics environments
Managing all branch enquiries via phone and email from both clients and candidates
Weekly payroll responsibility for 40+ temporary workers
Writing and posting engaging job adverts across job boards and internal platforms
Conducting telephone screens, face-to-face and WhatsApp video registrations
Building and maintaining strong client relationships through regular contact and on-site visits
Negotiating rates and terms with both clients and candidates
Generating new business using sales, business development, marketing and networking techniques
Identifying leads and converting them into sales opportunities
Arranging and attending client meetings to present Meridian’s recruitment solutions
Keeping CRM records fully up to date and compliant
Understanding market trends, margins and competitor activity to maximise performance
Achieving KPIs and contributing positively to the wider branch successYour own transport is essential due to regular client visits.

What We’re Looking For - We’re keen to hear from ambitious recruitment professionals who can demonstrate:

At least 2 years’ experience as a Recruitment Consultant, Temp Consultant or Internal Recruiter
Proven experience recruiting within industrial sectors (warehouse, logistics, manufacturing, production)
A successful track record of running a temp desk ideally
Strong relationship-building and customer service skills
A proactive, sales-driven and target-focused mindset
Confidence, resilience and a “whatever it takes” team attitudeWhat’s in It for You? In return for your hard work and results, Meridian Business Support offers:

Competitive salary
Uncapped commission
Laptop & mobile phone
Excellent career progression and structured development
Industry-recognised training and qualificationsBenefits include:

23 days holiday plus your birthday off
Holiday purchase scheme
Annual awards & conference weekend away
Incentives and long service awards
Pension & Death in Service cover
Health Cash Plan
Childcare vouchers
Cycle to Work scheme
Discounted gym membership
Free eye tests & lifestyle discountsAbout Meridian Business Support

Meridian Business Support is one of the UK’s largest award-winning independent recruitment consultancies, proudly recognised with a 3‑Star “Best Company to Work For” accreditation by Recruitment International.
We’re passionate about developing our people, rewarding success and creating a supportive, high-performance culture.

Ready to take the next step?

Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion about this Recruitment Consultant opportunity

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