We're looking for a Head of Permanent Recruitment to build, lead, and grow our permanent division. This role blends hands-on 360 recruitment with oversight of a delivery consultant supporting M&E candidate sourcing.

You'll focus initially on generating permanent revenue, strengthening client relationships, and shaping a structured perms operation, with the long-term aim of growing the function into a multi‑consultant team across construction and M&E.

Key Responsibilities

Permanent Recruitment & Client Development

* Grow permanent opportunities within existing accounts and new construction clients.

* Build strong relationships with hiring managers and business leaders.

* Take detailed job briefs, negotiate fees, and position us as a trusted permanent hiring partner.

End-to-End Delivery

* Manage the full recruitment lifecycle - from job qualification to placement.

* Source candidates through networking, referrals, and targeted search.

* Interview, shortlist, manage processes, and handle offer negotiations.

* Build long-term candidate relationships for repeat and referral business.

Leadership of Delivery Consultant

* Guide the delivery consultant on sourcing priorities and role delivery.

* Maintain strong pipelines across construction and M&E.

* Support candidate qualification and ensure accurate CRM records.

Desk Ownership & Performance

* Run the perms desk as a revenue-driving unit.

* Build and manage pipelines of clients, roles, and candidates.

* Ensure accurate forecasting, activity tracking, and margin performance.

Building the Perms Function

* Establish scalable processes for permanent recruitment.

* Leverage existing client relationships to develop the perms offering.

* Identify opportunities to expand the team as demand grows.

What You'll Bring

* Proven success placing permanent roles.

* Strong business development and client relationship skills.

* Commercial mindset with a drive to grow revenue streams.

* Excellent candidate assessment skills and process management.

* Ability to balance sales activity with hands-on delivery.

* Confident communicator able to influence senior stakeholders.

* Experience supporting or developing delivery consultants (advantageous)