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Recruitment Consultant – Renewable Energy
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Recruitment Consultant – Renewable Energy (Retained Desk)
Trafford Park - Hybrid (3 days in office) - £28k-£35k + uncapped commission
A growing, independent recruitment business specialising in engineering, construction, digital, and renewable energy is looking for a confident, outgoing Recruitment Consultant to take over a renewable energy desk.
With over 20 years’ industry experience at leadership level and strong client relationships already in place, this is a fantastic opportunity to step into a warm, retained permanent desk within one of the fastest-growing sectors in the UK.
This is a genuine 360 role suited to someone who enjoys speaking to people, building relationships, and wants the freedom to grow their own market without corporate red tape.
The opportunity
- Take over a warm renewable energy desk with live retained roles
- Focus on permanent placements within the renewable sector
- Work with established clients already generating revenue
- Grow your own market and build new client relationships
- Clear progression path with the opportunity to build your own team
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What’s on offer
- Basic salary around £28k–£35k (review after probation)
- Uncapped commission with no threshold
- Up to 20% commission on billings
- Hybrid working – 3 days in office (flexible)
- Parking available
- Relaxed, down-to-earth, non-corporate culture
- Dog-friendly office
- Direct mentoring from an MD with 20+ years’ sector experience in construction and renewable energy
What they’re looking for
- Recruitment experience or a strong sales background
- Ideally experience within the renewable energy sector or engineering recruitment
- Alternatively, a genuine interest in moving into renewables, with clear reasons why and a long-term commitment to the sector
- Confident, chatty, and comfortable on the phone
- Someone who enjoys new business development and growing their own desk
- Motivated to build relationships, win clients, and increase revenue
- A proactive, down-to-earth personality who fits a non-corporate environment
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Interview process
- Initial conversation with the hiring manager
- Second stage meeting with the Managing Director
- References and offer
If you’re looking for a warm desk, strong earning potential, and the chance to build a long-term career in the renewable energy market, this could be the ideal next step.
Apply today or get in touch with Beth Long at Permanent People R2R for a confidential conversation.
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