Oliver James
Senior Managing Consultant
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Senior Manager - Associate Director - US Change & Technology
Location: Manchester HQ
Opportunity: Leadership & Directorship Pathway | US Market
At Oliver James, we're continuing to invest heavily into our US Change & Technology division and are looking for an experienced recruitment leader ready to take the next step towards Directorship.
This isn't a role where you'll spend years waiting for someone above you to move on. It's an opportunity to join a business that is actively growing its US footprint and looking for future leaders to help shape that growth.
You'll inherit an established platform, work alongside high-performing teams across the UK and US, and play a key role in scaling one of the most lucrative recruitment markets globally.
Why this opportunity?
Build Towards Directorship
We're looking for someone with leadership ambition. Whether you're currently an Associate Director, Senior Manager, Managing Consultant or Team Lead, this role offers a genuine pathway into Director-level leadership as the business continues to expand.
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Established US Business
Oliver James has spent over a decade building a market-leading US presence, with offices in New York and Charlotte, and further expansion planned across Chicago and Dallas.
High-Value Market
The US Change & Technology market consistently delivers some of the highest fees and largest contract revenues across the recruitment industry, creating significant earning potential for both individual and team performance.
Existing Platform to Scale
You'll have access to an established client network, strong brand recognition, experienced delivery support, and the infrastructure needed to accelerate growth rather than build from scratch.
Global Collaboration
Work closely with leadership teams across both the UK and US, with opportunities for international travel and longer-term relocation for those interested.
Industry-Leading Development
Our Talent Development function provides ongoing leadership, management and market training, helping prepare future Directors and business leaders.
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What we're looking for
- Proven recruitment management experience
- Experience managing, mentoring or developing recruiters
- Strong track record of billing and client development
- Ambition to build, grow and lead a high-performing team
- A commercial mindset with the drive to make a significant impact
What you'll receive
- Highly competitive base salary
- Uncapped commission structure aligned to the US market
- Leadership development and Director-level mentoring
- Clear progression pathway into Directorship
- International travel opportunities
- Access to our global client network and established US infrastructure
- The opportunity to play a key role in one of Oliver James' highest-growth markets
If you're currently succeeding as a recruitment leader but feel your progression has plateaued, this could be the opportunity to step into a business where growth creates genuine leadership opportunities.
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