Reed is the most recognised recruitment brand in the UK, with a rich history and reputation for improving lives through work, for over 60 years.  Delivering recruitment solutions with many household brands throughout the UK and globally, we find new jobs and careers for people from many different backgrounds across multiple business sectors.

We look for people who enjoy an inclusive and collaborative environment, who strive for performance and celebrate team success, in a rewarding career.

Pay Range

Up to £32,500 plus uncapped bonus

Job Description

Are you a motivated and ambitious recruiter or sales professional looking to build a successful career in a growing market?
 

Our successful Newbury office is expanding, and we're looking for a Recruitment Consultant to join our Industrial team. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a growing desk, develop strong client relationships, and play a key role in the continued success of a high-performing and profitable office.
 

Whether you already have recruitment experience or come from a sales or business development background, you'll be supported by an experienced leadership team with a proven track record of developing consultants and helping them achieve their career goals.

Why join us?

Join a growing market

Industrial recruitment is a key area of investment, with strong demand across manufacturing, distribution and FMCG sectors. You'll inherit a warm desk with existing business while also having significant opportunity to develop new client relationships and grow your own market.
 

Be part of a successful team

The Newbury office is enjoying a period of sustained growth and delivered its best-ever financial performance last year, with ambitions to exceed this again. You'll join a collaborative and supportive team where everyone works together to help each other succeed.

Learn from experienced leaders

You'll work alongside experienced managers who have progressed through the business themselves and understand what it takes to build a successful recruitment career. Ongoing coaching, mentoring and structured development will help you maximise your potential.

Genuine career progression

Success is recognised and rewarded. Recent team members have achieved impressive billing milestones and rapid progression, demonstrating the opportunities available for ambitious individuals.

Your role will involve:

• Developing new business opportunities through outbound sales activity, networking and client meetings.

• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients across Reading, Newbury, Bracknell and Oxford.

• Managing temporary recruitment processes including admin, compliance and timesheets

• Sourcing and engaging industrial talent including warehouse operatives, production staff and forklift drivers.

• Conducting client visits to understand workforce requirements and provide tailored recruitment solutions.

• Delivering an exceptional experience for both clients and candidates.

• Working towards performance targets and achieving personal and team objectives.

• Identifying opportunities to grow market share and expand the client base.

What you'll bring:

• Recruitment experience in a 360 agency environment, or proven success within a sales, business development or telesales role.

• A proactive and resilient approach with the drive to achieve results.

• Confidence building relationships and developing new business opportunities.

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Commercial awareness and strong negotiation skills.

• A positive, team-focused attitude and willingness to learn.

• A driving licence and access to a vehicle, or currently learning to drive, would be advantageous due to client visits across the region.

Benefits:

• Unlimited earning potential with a clear, uncapped bonus structure paid every four weeks.

• Transparent career pathways leading to regular promotions and salary increases.

• Opportunities to progress into senior and leadership positions.

• Industry-leading learning and development programmes.

• Exclusive high achiever rewards, including luxury holidays, technology bundles and lifestyle incentives.

• Generous sabbatical opportunities linked to length of service.

• Flexible hybrid working.

• Supportive and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

Feel what it’s like to truly belong…
All job offers are subject to satisfactory references and compliance with vetting requirements applicable to the job role. Reed is an equal opportunities employer.  We aim to ensure that no candidate or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity.  We are a Mindful Employer and offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria. As a proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, we welcome applications from ex-services personnel, reservists and cadets and offer a guaranteed interview for applicants who meet the minimum criteria.