Recruitment Consultant

Recruitment Consultant

Leicester – Accountancy & Finance

£26,437 – £37,670 + commission!

Your new company

Hays Leicester is home to one of our flagship offices and home to one of our Accountancy & Finance teams in the Midlands. Based in our modern city‑centre location, you’ll be joining a high‑performing group of experienced consultants who operate across the wider Finance market with our Central region.

Due to continued success and strong market demand, we are investing further in our A&F offering. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well‑respected, high‑performing team with a strong reputation across the region. You’ll have the chance to shape and grow a thriving desk, progress your career, and earn a competitive package with uncapped commission. You’ll also be part of a welcoming, energetic and collaborative team that celebrates success and supports each other.

The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a consultant to join our Accountancy & Finance division in Leicester, focusing on recruiting for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Credit Control and Part‑Qualified Accountant roles.

You’ll be stepping into a high‑value market with the opportunity to grow and develop a desk that specialises in either temporary or permanent recruitment. You’ll nurture long‑standing relationships and partner with a wide range of commercial clients across the region.

You’ll benefit from industry‑leading training, market‑leading tools and technology, and the support of a strong regional network, all designed to help you make a real impact and build a long‑term, successful career.

What can I expect day to day?

As a Recruitment Consultant, you’ll work within the Accountancy & Finance market, supported by colleagues and leaders with deep expertise in transactional and part‑qualified finance recruitment. Your role will include:

• Running a 360 desk, supporting both candidates and clients with their hiring needs
• Providing expert, specialist advice to candidates across transactional and part‑qualified finance roles
• Developing and implementing effective business development strategies
• Managing the end‑to‑end recruitment process
• Leading by example through consistent fee performance, activity and attitude
• Building strong market intelligence and staying ahead of trends

At Hays, your earning potential is directly influenced by your performance. Your drive and dedication will be rewarded in a culture that celebrates success.

What you'll need to succeed

• Commercial, ambitious and innovative mindset
• Passion to succeed in a fast‑paced, inclusive environment
• People‑focused with a strong sales and service mentality
• Confidence in building strong relationships and networks
• Collaborative approach with a growth mindset
• An interest in the Accountancy & Finance market

What you'll get in return

• A culture built on rewarding success, collaboration and high performance
• Industry‑leading technology and a renowned training programme to support rapid career progression
• Flexible hybrid working patterns
• Your birthday off!
• Opportunity to take your career globally
• Incentives and rewards recognising performance locally, regionally and nationally
• A broad range of wellbeing initiatives and benefits
• Referral bonus scheme
• Internal support networks and communities
• Paid volunteering days through our Working for Your Tomorrow initiative

Life at Hays offers growth, varied career paths, exciting challenges and a culture of inclusion that celebrates diversity. As a committed Disability Confident employer, if you’re thinking about a new tomorrow for your career, whatever your background, let’s create it together.