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I'm partnering with a leading recruitment agency who are seeking an experienced IT Recruitment Consultant to join their growing technology division. This is an exceptional opportunity for an established recruiter to take their career to the next level with a forward-thinking agency that truly values its consultants.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development & Client Management

Identify and secure new business opportunities within the IT sector
Build and maintain strong relationships with hiring managers and key decision-makers
Conduct client meetings to understand technical requirements and hiring needs
Negotiate terms of business and manage commercial arrangements
Act as a trusted advisor on market trends, salary benchmarks, and talent availability

Candidate Management
Source, attract, and engage high-quality IT professionals across various disciplines
Conduct thorough candidate screening and technical assessments
Build and maintain a robust pipeline of active and passive candidates
Provide career guidance and market insights to candidates
Manage the full recruitment process from initial contact through to offer acceptance

360 Recruitment Delivery
Negotiate offers and manage counter-offer situations
Ensure compliance with recruitment best practices and agency processes
Achieve and exceed monthly billing targets and KPIs

Essential Requirements
Minimum 2 years' experience in IT recruitment (agency or internal)
Proven track record of achieving billing targets consistently
Strong understanding of IT roles including Software Development, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Cloud, DevOps, Data, or similar
Excellent business development and account management skills

Personal Attributes
Self-motivated and target-driven with a competitive mindset
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Resilient and able to thrive under pressure
Strong organisational skills with ability to manage multiple roles simultaneously

What's On Offer

Competitive basic salary (dependent on experience)

Uncapped commission structure with realistic OTE

Performance bonuses and incentives

Quarterly and annual rewards for top performers

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