Senior Recruitment Consultant

Senior Recruitment Consultant

Birmingham

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Recruitment Consultant to join our dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will specialise in graduate recruitment, managing the end-to-end hiring process for a diverse portfolio of clients across various industry sectors. You will be responsible for building strong relationships with both leading employers and top-tier university talent, driving business development, and mentoring junior consultants. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned recruiter to make a significant impact in the fast-paced world of graduate hiring.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the full 360-degree recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing and screening high-calibre graduate candidates to offer management and post-placement support.
Develop and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with new and existing clients, understanding their graduate hiring needs and providing expert consultation.
Actively source candidates through various channels, including university career fairs, online job boards, social media, and professional networks, building a robust talent pipeline.
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior members of the recruitment team, sharing best practices and contributing to a collaborative team environment.
Negotiate contracts and service level agreements with clients, ensuring profitable and sustainable business growth.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Proven track record of success as a 360 Recruitment Consultant, ideally with experience in graduate or early-careers recruitment.
Demonstrable experience in business development and client account management.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with stakeholders at all levels.
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a target-driven environment.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

Experience working with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruitment software.
A strong network of contacts within university careers services or relevant client sectors.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed