Recruitment Consultant - Perm Markets

Consultant - Permanent HR Recruitment At Oakleaf Partnership, we believe the best recruiters are trusted advisers to both clients and candidates. We're looking for a Consultant to join our permanent HR recruitment team, partnering with organisations to identify and secure exceptional talent while helping candidates take the next step in their careers. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative and high-performing environment where quality, expertise and relationship-building are valued just as highly as commercial success. You'll work with a broad range of businesses, from growing organisations to established market leaders, delivering permanent recruitment solutions across the HR landscape. The Role As a Consultant, you'll manage the full recruitment lifecycle for permanent HR appointments, developing strong client and candidate relationships while growing your own market presence. You'll combine business development with delivery, identifying new opportunities, nurturing existing partnerships and providing expert guidance throughout the hiring process. This is a role for someone who enjoys building long-term relationships, working consultatively and becoming a specialist within their market. Key Responsibilities

• Manage permanent HR recruitment assignments from briefing through to offer stage.
• Build and develop relationships with both existing and prospective clients.
• Generate new business opportunities through networking, referrals and targeted business development activity.
• Source, interview and represent high-calibre HR professionals across a variety of disciplines and levels.
• Provide clients with market insight, talent mapping and salary benchmarking information.
• Deliver a high-quality candidate and client experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Maintain and grow a strong network of HR professionals within your market.
• Consistently achieve individual and team revenue objectives. What We're Looking For We're interested in ambitious individuals who enjoy working with people and are motivated by building successful long-term relationships. You will ideally have:
• Previous recruitment, sales or business development experience.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A commercial mindset with a genuine interest in developing new business.
• A proactive and resilient approach.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A consultative style and commitment to delivering exceptional service. Why Join Us?
• Competitive salary and uncapped commission structure.
• Established brand and strong client relationships.
• Hybrid working and flexible approach.
• Clear progression opportunities and ongoing development.
• Private healthcare and enhanced benefits package.
• Incentive programmes, recognition awards and regular team events.
• A supportive, collaborative culture that encourages success and career growth.