Reed.co.uk
Recruitment Consultant

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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
Salary: £27,500-£35,500 DOE plus uncapped commission
Job Description
Recruitment Consultant - Reed Engineering
📍 Manchester | Hybrid Working | Uncapped Bonus
Are you an experienced recruiter looking to join an established brand with clear progression opportunities and the support to grow your desk your way?
Reed Engineering in Manchester is looking for a Recruitment Consultant to join our successful team. You'll have the opportunity to work across the engineering sector, partnering with businesses to attract skilled professionals across disciplines including manufacturing, maintenance, production, projects, design, and technical engineering.
Whether you're already recruiting within engineering or have a strong track record in another specialist market, we'll provide the tools, resources, and support to help you build a successful desk.
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What you'll be doing
- Developing and managing relationships with engineering clients across the North West.
- Sourcing, engaging, and placing talented engineering professionals.
- Winning new business opportunities and growing existing accounts.
- Managing the full recruitment process from initial brief through to offer stage.
- Becoming a trusted recruitment partner within your specialist market.
What we're looking for
- Previous recruitment experience with a proven billing track record.
- Strong business development and relationship-building skills.
- A proactive and resilient approach to generating opportunities.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Ambition to develop your career within a market-leading recruitment business.
Why Reed?
For over 60 years, Reed has helped people and businesses achieve their goals. We combine the strength of a nationally recognised brand with the autonomy for consultants to develop their own markets.
In return, you'll benefit from:
- Competitive base salary.
- Uncapped bonus scheme.
- Hybrid working.
- Industry-leading learning and development.
- Clear career progression opportunities, including future leadership pathways.
- A collaborative and supportive team culture.
- A wide range of employee benefits and wellbeing support.


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If you're looking for a recruitment role where you can build long-term client partnerships, develop a specialist engineering network, and be rewarded for your success, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and find out what you can achieve with Reed Engineering Manchester.
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.
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