Senior Consultant / Recruitment Consultant Southampton – Build Your Own Territory

Southampton Up to £40,000 DOE + Uncapped Commission + Free Parking

Are you an experienced Recruitment Consultant in Southampton looking for greater autonomy and the opportunity to build something of your own?

Alternatively, are you a successful sales professional who enjoys building relationships and wants to move into recruitment?

Our client is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment businesses. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Recruitment Consultant or Senior Recruitment Consultant to develop and grow a dedicated territory covering Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch and the wider BH postcode area.

Unlike many recruitment roles, this is not about maintaining someone else’s established desk. Instead, you’ll have the opportunity to build your own territory with the support of a successful and experienced team. As a result, you’ll be able to create something genuinely valuable whilst accelerating your own career.

Recruitment Consultant Southampton Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a market with significant untapped potential.

You’ll be responsible for building relationships with schools throughout Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch. In addition, you’ll source, interview and place high-quality education professionals across your territory.

The region already presents strong opportunities. Furthermore, it has been identified as a major growth area for the business. Therefore, the successful candidate will have genuine scope to build a highly successful desk over time.

For ambitious individuals, there is also the potential to develop a team as the territory expands.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and grow a dedicated BH postcode recruitment territory
• Build relationships with schools and education providers
• Source, interview and place education professionals
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle
• Generate new business opportunities
• Attend client meetings, school visits and candidate interviews
• Build long-term client partnerships
• Deliver exceptional service to candidates and clients
• Contribute positively to a supportive team culture

What We’re Looking For

We would like to hear from:

• Recruitment Consultants
• Senior Recruitment Consultants
• Recruiters from any sector
• Proven B2B sales professionals
• Direct sales professionals looking to move into recruitment

To succeed in this role, you’ll be:

• Resilient and commercially aware
• Hard-working and self-motivated
• Relationship focused
• Confident speaking with clients and candidates
• Driven to achieve results
• Positive and approachable
• Someone who genuinely cares about delivering a high level of service

A full UK driving licence is essential, as regular client visits form part of the role.

Why Join This Recruitment Consultant Southampton Role?

You’ll be joining a close-knit and supportive team where culture genuinely matters.

The role is primarily office based. However, there is flexibility around appointments, school visits and external meetings. Consultants are trusted to manage their schedules effectively whilst maintaining excellent service standards.

Our client offers the security and reputation of an established business. At the same time, the Southampton office retains the feel of a friendly and collaborative local team.

As a result, you’ll benefit from strong support whilst still enjoying a high degree of autonomy.

Salary, Commission & Benefits

This Recruitment Consultant Southampton opportunity offers a basic salary up to £40,000 DOE, alongside an uncapped commission structure.

Benefits include:

• Up to £40,000 basic salary DOE
• Uncapped commission
• Commission from day one
• Opportunity to increase commission percentage through performance
• Future leadership opportunities
• Clear career progression
• Free parking
• Modern waterfront office environment
• Flexibility around client visits and appointments
• Ongoing training and development

Location

Based from impressive modern offices overlooking Southampton’s marina, this role combines a fantastic working environment with the opportunity to develop a thriving Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch territory.

Ultimately, this Recruitment Consultant Southampton role is ideal for someone who wants to build something of their own rather than simply maintain an existing desk.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need recruitment experience?

No. Our client welcomes applications from experienced recruiters as well as successful sales professionals looking to move into recruitment.

What area will I cover?

You will be responsible for developing relationships across Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch and the wider BH postcode area.

Is there commission?

Yes. The role offers an uncapped commission structure with earnings available from day one.

Is the role office based?

The role is primarily office based in Southampton, with flexibility around client visits, school visits and external appointments.

Is there progression available?

Yes. The business offers clear career progression and future leadership opportunities as the territory develops.