Recruitment Consultant and Business Development Specialist

Overview

At Search Select Hire Talent, we are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Recruitment Consultant & Business Development Specialist to join our team on a freelance basis. This role is ideal for an experienced recruiter with a passion for identifying top talent and building strong client relationships, combined with a focus on growing new business opportunities. As this is a commission-based position, the successful candidate will be motivated by performance, possess excellent networking skills, and be highly self-motivated to achieve placement targets.

Key Responsibilities

1. Talent Acquisition & Recruitment:
   • Source, attract, and engage high-quality candidates across various industries and roles.
   • Manage the full recruitment life cycle, including job posting, candidate screening, interviewing, and candidate presentation to clients.
   • Build and maintain a robust candidate pipeline for current and future vacancies.
   • Conduct thorough candidate assessments to ensure a perfect match with client needs.
2. Client Relationship Management:
   • Develop and nurture relationships with existing clients, ensuring excellent service delivery and client satisfaction.
   • Act as a trusted recruitment partner by understanding clients' hiring needs, organisational culture, and long-term goals.
3. Business Development:
   • Proactively identify and approach potential clients to offer recruitment solutions.
   • Pitch recruitment services to new businesses and secure exclusive recruitment agreements.
   • Maintain a proactive approach to market research, identifying industry trends and business opportunities.
   • Build strategic partnerships with organisations and industry networks to enhance client base.
4. Freelance & Remote Setup:
   • Operate autonomously as a remote consultant, managing your own schedule and tasks.
   • Utilise remote collaboration tools to communicate effectively with clients and candidates.
   • Adhere to all contractual obligations related to exclusive service agreements.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 5 years of recruitment experience, ideally combined with new business development.
• Industry Knowledge: Proven track record of successfully placing candidates across different sectors.

Skills

• Strong negotiation and sales skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple clients and projects simultaneously.
• Adept in sourcing strategies, networking, and candidate attraction techniques.
• Self-Motivated: Ability to work independently and thrive in a remote working environment.
• Technology Proficient: Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS), recruitment platforms (LinkedIn, job boards), and online collaboration tools.

What We Offer

• Outstanding Commission-Based Earnings: Uncapped commission structure based on successful placements
• Flexible Work Arrangement: 100% remote with the freedom to manage your own schedule.
• Exclusive Services: Opportunity to work under an exclusive agreement with a reputable and fast-growing recruitment agency.
• Growth Potential: Opportunities for long-term partnerships and continued growth with clients and candidates alike.

Required Skills

Interviewing Strategic Partnerships Search Service Delivery New Business Opportunities Hiring Partnerships Sourcing Compensation Screening Market Research LinkedIn Networking Business Development Negotiation Research Business Sales Communication Management