Recruitment Consultant

Recruitment consultant - Aberdeen


Vacancy overview

The Aberdeen office at Hays are looking to appoint someone with a proven track record in the recruitment sector to the position of Professional Services Recruitment Consultant. You may feel there is a lack of career progression with your current employer, or are seeking a return to Aberdeen whilst still working in a career focused job with a forward-thinking business. Either way, if you have experience in the recruitment market, and place clients and candidates at the heart of everything you do, then we want to hear from you!

Your new job in Hays

Due to a period of growth in our Aberdeen office, we have an exciting opportunity for you to be part of an established team to help us continue to build the business, focusing on the Professional Services sector. Some key aspects of the role will include pro-actively generating leads and converting to sales, working closely with colleagues to identify & source sales leads, identifying opportunities to make recommendations that promote company approved products and techniques, presenting at external meetings representing the Hays brand, working to an agreed market development strategy and developing new and existing business using effective, appropriate and ethical sales methods. Ultimately you will work to exceed targets set to generate and fill vacancies in the Professional Services space across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire.

About us

Hays Specialist Recruitment was established 52 years ago and since then has continued to grow, developing our expertise and market presence in specific key disciplines. Our existing staff in our Aberdeen have a length of service ranging from 1 to 12 years, and covers Professional Services and Construction. As a business we invest heavily in adding value to all areas of employment and staffing, demonstrated across the last few months with the creation of our Thrive, Boost and Employee engagement hubs. This provides our consultants with a huge competitive advantage being able to approach customers as true experts in the field of recruitment and engagement. As a wider team, Hays Scotland are a competitive group, having won the last UK wide National competition we have our sights set on the next! After relocating all 2000 of our staff to a remote based system back in March, we remain of course working remotely at present, however when we are able to make a phased return to the office at some point in the future, the Aberdeen office location is right in the heart of the city overlooking the newly developed Union Terrace Gardens.

What you'll need to succeed with us

You will have recruitment experience from an agency environment, be confident in the development of new business, both targeting new clients & nurturing existing warm Hays relationships and able to display that you are adept at dealing with a diverse portfolio of clients. Core competencies will include the ability to build and solidify lasting relationships, deliver exceptional customer service, have a results-driven approach and a genuine passion for evolving your knowledge of advancement in recruitment techniques The successful applicant will likely have a proven track record of delivering consistent new business and growing existing, and be able to demonstrate effective selling and presentation techniques to influence the customer.

What you'll get in return from us

On joining Hays you will be given the support of our market-leading brand, receive world-class and sector leading training and have access to the best tools and technology in the industry, a competitive base salary, commission on billings, access to range of excellent incentives and rewards, and we also have a range of generous employee benefits to choose from. We operate a meritocratic culture where you are rewarded, recognised and promoted based on your results. You already know recruitment is hard work, and we expect excellence here at Hays, but if you deliver the results your earning potential and career progression has no limits.

You will also receive:
* Direction from highly experienced Directors and Senior Managers
* Continuous learning and development, both professionally and personally
* A competitive package
* The chance to grow your career exponentially
* Access to Technology which aids your ability work more efficiently

What you need to do now

To join our Aberdeen office, apply now, or if you would like a strictly confidential and informal discussion about the role before deciding to progress, please contact Gill Fraser, Internal Recruitment Manager on 07873500395 or Lynsey Campbell by applying to this vacancy.

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