As an Area Manager, you'll lead from the front, developing high-performing teams whilst building strong client and candidate relationships.
You will:
Lead, coach, and develop a team of specialist recruiters across multiple disciplines
Create and deliver a clear business development strategy to grow market share
Build and maintain senior client relationships, acting as a key escalation point
Drive team performance against KPIs, financial targets, and business plans
Analyse performance data to make sound commercial decisions
Identify new business opportunities and strengthen Reed's presence locally
Ensure a first-class service for both clients and candidates
Recruit, retain, and develop top talent to build a sustainable, high-performing team
About you
We are looking for a confident, commercially minded leader who thrives on developing people and delivering results.
You will:
Have proven experience in recruitment leadership or managing high-performing sales teams
Be passionate about coaching and developing others
Take a proactive, solutions-focused approach
Be resilient, motivated, and driven to succeed
Why join Reed?
At Reed, we believe in rewarding success and supporting long-term career development.
Hybrid working
3 days in the office, 2 days from home after training
Benefits & rewards
Competitive base salary with uncapped bonus potential
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
Option to purchase additional annual leave
Private medical insurance options
Life assurance
High achiever awards and incentive trips
Paid sabbaticals for long service
Industry-leading training and development
Clear career progression opportunities
Access to wellbeing support and employee assistance programmes
Why Birmingham?
Our Birmingham office is a key hub within Reed, consistently delivering strong results and growth. With multiple specialisms and an established client base, you will be joining a collaborative and successful team with real momentum.
Ready to lead your next chapter?
If you are ready to make a real impact and build something exceptional, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now and be part of Reed's continued success.
Feel what it's like to truly belong...
Benefits
Performance bonus
Additional Information
Reed is the most recognised recruitment brand in the UK, with a rich history and reputation for improving lives through work, for over 60 years. Delivering recruitment solutions with many household brands throughout the UK and globally, we find new jobs and careers for people from many different backgrounds across multiple business sectors.
We look for people who enjoy an inclusive and collaborative environment, who strive for performance and celebrate team success, in a rewarding career.
Pay Range
£40,000 - £47,000 per annum + uncapped commission + team bonus
Job Description
Join Reed, the UK's largest family-run recruitment business, as an Area Manager in our Birmingham office - one of the top-performing offices in the region. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead multiple recruitment specialisms, driving growth, performance, and exceptional service delivery across a diverse and well-established market.
Reed · Rsr - Birmingham