Account Manager - Recruitment

Job Title: Account Manager- Recruitment
Location: Near Bishops Stortford - Strong knowledge of Essex essential to support our clients and candidates
Job Type: Full-time, HYBRID - must have a full UK driving license and access to a car for client visits and travel to the office.
Salary: 40,000 - 45,000 DOE

YOU MUST HAVE PREVIOUS RECRUITMENT EXPERIENCE TO APPLY.

About Us:
We are an established boutique recruitment agency with a strong reputation for delivering top-quality commercial recruitment services. We are looking to expand our team with a dedicated and experienced Account Manager to manage and recruit for our existing client base across Essex.

Job Description:
As a recruitment Account Manager, you will be responsible for managing and growing our existing client relationships and ensuring we meet their recruitment needs. Your role will involve regular client visits, a hands-on approach to sourcing and placing candidates, and ensuring excellent customer service to exceed expectations. You will be expected to go above and beyond to deliver exceptional recruitment solutions.

Recruitment is not a 9-5 role, and there will be times when you may need to work outside of regular office hours to accommodate candidates' availability and ensure the recruitment process runs smoothly. Flexibility, time management and commitment to delivering the best service is key.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with our existing client base across Essex.
• Manage the recruitment process for clients from start to finish, including candidate sourcing, screening, interviewing, and placement.
• Visit clients regularly to ensure their recruitment needs are being met and provide ongoing support.
• Identify new recruitment opportunities within your client base and grow accounts.
• Ensure timely and high-quality recruitment service delivery.
• Maintain accurate records of all recruitment activity and client interactions.
• Provide clients with regular updates and feedback on the recruitment process.
• Go above and beyond to provide excellent customer service and ensure client satisfaction.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in recruitment, with a strong understanding of the recruitment process.
• Excellent relationship-building skills, with the ability to work closely with clients and candidates.
• Strong knowledge of the Essex region and its job market.
• Full, clean UK driving license and access to a car (regular client visits are required - office is not near public transport).
• Highly motivated, proactive, and passionate about delivering great results.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What We Offer:

• A competitive salary reflecting your experience and expertise.
• A supportive working environment with opportunities for growth and development.
• Hybrid working
• Pension contribution scheme
• Membership to a healthcare and wellbeing plan (after probation)

If you're a recruitment professional who thrives on building strong client relationships and delivering exceptional service, we'd love to hear from you!

How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and why you would be a great fit for the Recruitment Key Account Manager role.

To help us shortlist suitable candidates, please include your location on your CV and ensure it clearly demonstrates how your experience aligns with the requirements listed in the job advert. Failure to include this information may result in delays in processing your application. Kindly note that only candidates within a reasonable commuting distance to the advertised location will be considered for this role.