Recruitment Consultant

Recruitment Consultant

Leicester – Architecture

£27,937 – £40,638 + Commission

Welcome to Hays!

At Hays, we believe in being long-term partners with our people as well as our customers. With over 50 years' experience, Hays operates in 16 countries across six core industries and a selection of local specialisms.

Together, we are better together. We support, celebrate and share with each other to create stronger outcomes for all. Launch your career with the world's leading specialist recruitment and workforce solutions organisation. Join the Hays team!

Your New Office

Hays Leicester is home to our leading Construction & Property team. Based in our modern city-centre location, you'll be joining an experienced and well-established team with an excellent reputation across the Architecture and House Building markets.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful, highly respected team and take ownership of a warm Architecture desk covering the entire Central region. You'll have access to a warm client base, active vacancies and a strong network of candidates from day one, providing the foundations to quickly build billings and progress your career. With average fees of £7,000-£8,000 per placement and uncapped commission, this is a fantastic opportunity to maximise your earning potential while becoming a recognised specialist in your market.

The Opportunity

You will focus on permanent recruitment across the Architecture and House Building sectors, recruiting for a range of specialist roles including Architects, Design Managers, CAD Technicians and Revit Technicians, partnering with architectural practices, developers, housebuilders and multidisciplinary consultancies across the Central region.

As a Recruitment Consultant, you'll gain exposure to a variety of activities while being supported by a structured training and development programme from day one.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, interview and match high-quality candidates to suitable opportunities.
• Build relationships with new and existing clients through proactive business development activities.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from taking a brief through to offer negotiation.
• Develop specialist market expertise and become a trusted recruitment partner within the Architecture and House Building sectors.
• Take accountability for achieving targets and contributing to the growth and profitability of Hays.
• Play an active role in our vibrant and inclusive culture, celebrating personal and team success.

Who Are We Looking For?

You'll be ambitious, willing to step outside your comfort zone and eager to develop your career.

You'll Have:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A customer-focused approach with the ability to deliver tailored solutions.
• A strategic mindset to identify opportunities and drive profitable outcomes.
• Resilience and adaptability in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
• The ability to build and maintain client relationships through business development, networking and client meetings.
• A collaborative, people-focused and sales-driven approach.
• A bold, curious and determined mindset.

What You'll Get in Return – The Hays Deal

We believe that personal growth leads to professional success. At Hays, you'll feel valued, supported and empowered to be your authentic self.

Benefits Include:

• Access to leadership development and management training.
• Industry-leading tools and technology.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Generous holiday and leave entitlements, including your birthday off and volunteering days.
• Uncapped commission and a culture that rewards success.
• High Performer Incentives, including local and international trips.
• Global career opportunities across the Hays network.
• A diverse and inclusive working environment.
• Health, leisure and lifestyle discounts.
• Employee Resource Groups and Working Groups.

What to Do Next

If you strive for performance, act with integrity and enjoy seeing things through, Hays is the place to be. Joining Hays means joining a business that's going places.

Apply today.