Recruitment Consultant 360

gap personnel is the industrial arm of gap personnel group, an award-winning recruitment company specializing in industrial, professional, technical, and driving sectors, gap personnel is focused on accelerating growth and building a contemporary recruitment journey for candidates and clients across the UK.

The business is committed to putting people at the centre of its operations through the I-CARE values programme, which emphasizes being Innovative, Consultative, Accountable, Real, and Ethical. Applicants can expect a people-focused environment that prioritizes wellbeing, satisfaction, and long-term partnerships.

This is a full-time, Branch Based Recruitment Consultant in a 360 role based in Southend, On Sea, a full driving licence is essential for the role as is relevant, previous experience in a similar role.

Duties Include

• Managing an existing Industrial desk & completing new business duties
• Support business growth by completing prospective client meetings, drops and activity via all means of communication
• Ensuring a pipeline of regular new clients
• Manage and develop relationships with existing client accounts, acting as the main point of contact
• Coordinate end-to-end recruitment activity to ensure client staffing requirements are met.
• Source, screen, interview, and place candidates into suitable temporary and permanent positions.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of quality candidates using job boards, LinkedIn, referrals, social media & CRM.
• Manage candidate availability, bookings, and workforce planning to ensure successful fulfilment.
• Conduct regular client service reviews to maintain high levels of satisfaction and identify ongoing recruitment needs.
• Complete pre-employment checks, references, and right-to-work verification in line with compliance requirements.
• Ensure all client bookings are fulfilled efficiently while maintaining service standards.
• Build long-term relationships with candidates, providing guidance and support throughout the recruitment process.
• Resolve client and candidate queries promptly and professionally.
• Monitor account performance, ensuring KPIs, service levels, and compliance standards are achieved.
• Deliver an exceptional recruitment service that supports client retention and long-term partnerships.

Skills

• Previous experience within recruitment or similar including new business and service
• Strong client management skills
• Strong candidate sourcing and relationship management skills.
• Excellent organisational and workload management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple vacancies and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Outstanding communication and customer service skills.
• Strong attention to detail and compliance awareness.
• Proficient in CRM systems and Microsoft Office.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Full UK driving licence and own transport.

Benefits;

• Competitive basic salary, dependent on experience
• Uncapped bonus scheme
• 33 days annual leave (including your birthday as an additional paid day)
• Bespoke training and ongoing professional development
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Eye Care Voucher
• Quarterly Company Performance Award - Via Shout Out with a £250 voucher
• Health Assurance
• Wellbeing Programme
• Plus many more employee benefits!