Recruitment Consultant

  • Venatu Consulting Ltd
  • Northampton, Northamptonshire
  • May 22, 2026
Full time HR / Recruitment

Job Description

Recruitment Consultant Automotive

Location: Northampton
Salary: Up to £35,000 basic + uncapped bonus
Contract Type: Permanent

We re looking for an ambitious and commercially driven Recruitment Consultant to join our team. This is a true 360 role with the flexibility to specialise in either permanent or contract recruitment, depending on your experience and strengths.

Whether you are an established perm recruiter, a contract billing specialist, or someone with a blend of both, this role offers the platform to build a high-performing desk with full support, strong infrastructure, and clear progression pathways.

You will take ownership of your desk, delivering end-to-end recruitment solutions while driving revenue growth through business development and exceptional service delivery.

Key Responsibilities Business Development & Client Management
  • Identify, develop, and win new business opportunities within your market.
  • Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships as a trusted partner.
  • Understand client hiring needs, culture, and commercial drivers.
  • Negotiate terms and deliver commercially sound recruitment solutions.
Recruitment Delivery
  • Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from vacancy briefing through to placement.
  • Write and advertise engaging job opportunities across multiple platforms.
  • Source, interview, and assess candidates to ensure strong technical and cultural fit.
  • Manage offers, negotiations, and onboarding processes.
Candidate Management
  • Build and nurture a high-quality candidate network within your specialist market.
  • Provide a consultative experience, offering advice and market insight.
  • Maintain strong relationships with placed candidates to support retention.
Contract-Specific Focus (where applicable)
  • Manage contractor pipelines and build a strong pool of available talent.
  • Maintain regular engagement with contractors throughout assignments.
  • Ensure compliance with all legal and company requirements.
Performance & Compliance
  • Deliver against KPIs, revenue targets, and activity metrics.
  • Maintain accurate CRM records and ensure all processes are compliant.
  • Contribute to a high-performance, collaborative team environment.
About You

We re open on background what matters most is your drive and ability to deliver results.

You may be:

  • An experienced 360 permanent recruiter with a strong track record in placements
  • A contract recruitment specialist experienced in managing fast-paced pipelines
  • A recruiter or sales professional looking to build a high-performing desk

We re looking for:

  • Proven success in recruitment or B2B sales
  • Strong business development and relationship-building skills
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing ability
  • A target-driven, resilient, and self-motivated mindset
  • Organised, proactive, and commercially aware approach
What We Offer
  • Uncapped earning potential
  • Clear career progression pathways
  • Supportive leadership and collaborative team culture
  • Ongoing training and development

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals. All appointments are made on merit.