Recruitment Consultant - Business Support

About the role

You'll take ownership of a commercial Business Support desk, recruiting office-based roles such as administration, customer service and wider business support positions. You'll work closely with local clients, becoming their go-to recruitment partner while growing your market through proactive outbound business development. This role is office-based in Reading and involves regular client visits across the local patch, so a full driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential.

Responsibilities

• Developing new and existing client relationships across Reading and surrounding areas
• Meeting clients on-site to understand hiring needs and deliver tailored recruitment solutions
• Sourcing, engaging and managing candidates through advertising, networking and referrals
• Managing the full recruitment lifecycle from initial brief to placement and aftercare
• Working towards clear KPIs while building a sustainable, profitable desk

Requirements

• At least 12 months' experience in agency recruitment or B2B sales
• Confidence building relationships and winning new business
• A proactive, resilient and commercially minded approach
• Strong organisation skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle

Additional Information

Position: Recruitment Consultant Specialism: Business Support Location: Reading | Office-based | RG1 2LG Patch: Covering Bracknell, Wokingham & Maidenhead (Driving Required) Salary: £26,000+ (Trainee) £30,000+ (Recruitment Experience) Build a high-potential desk. Grow your career. Be rewarded for your impact. Reed Reading is looking for an ambitious Recruitment Consultant to join our Business Support team, managing a warm and high-potential desk recruiting for admin, customer service & sales roles cross the Thames Valley. This is a brilliant opportunity for a recruiter or commercially minded sales professional who enjoys building long-term relationships, developing new business and seeing the direct results of their effort, all with the backing of a trusted, market-leading brand. Why join Reed? At Reed, we believe in rewarding performance, supporting development and creating an inclusive culture where people can thrive. You'll benefit from: Uncapped bonus , paid every four weeks Clear career progression with transparent promotion and management pathways Incentives and recognition , including holidays, luxury rewards and high-achiever programmes Ongoing learning and development tailored to your career goals A supportive, collaborative and inclusive culture within a trusted, ethical brand

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