Senior Recruitment Consultant

WeConnect Energy is a leading provider of specialized recruitment and contracting solutions tailored for the global Energy sector, focusing on Upstream, Corporate, Low Carbon, and Renewables. Established in 2008, our company prides itself on integrity, honesty, and reliability while consistently delivering outstanding results.

The role of the Senior Recruitment Consultant is pivotal in aiding our business growth by successfully placing technically qualified senior professionals across various sectors of the Energy industry. This position entails driving candidate and client relations while managing the recruitment process from inception to completion.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

Candidate Generation:

• Actively source and attract qualified candidates across specified disciplines.
• Manage your own recruitment desk and develop market expertise.
• Conduct headhunting for open vacancies, including pre-screening and reference checks.
• Ensure accurate and efficient candidate database management.
• Submit qualified candidate CVs and shortlists in a timely manner.
• Provide regular feedback to candidates throughout the recruitment process.
• Oversee the entire recruitment life cycle from submission through to offer acceptance.

Client Relations:

• Maintain and enhance existing client relationships.
• Conduct effective business development to secure new clients.
• Negotiate and finalize client contracts.
• Engage with HR/Internal Recruitment, Technical Management & Senior Executives.
• Ensure accurate management of client accounts in the database.
• Monitor client activities and potential recruitment needs.
• Independently present relevant data to clients.
• Manage the recruitment process from a client perspective, ensuring satisfaction throughout.

Desired Competencies & Capabilities:

Competencies:

• Resourcing & Researching
• Process Management
• Target Achievement
• Client Development
• Personal Effectiveness

Capabilities:

• Proficient in managing a recruitment desk.
• Client account management and deal closure.
• Ability to build and enhance market expertise.
• Independently present data to clients.
• Strengthen personal brand and professional network.

Skills & Experience:

• University degree.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in recruitment.
• Full clean UK driving license.
• Willingness to travel as needed.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Confident and persuasive telephone manner.
• Creative and innovative approach to recruitment.
• Organized, self-motivated, and proactive.
• Strong networking abilities.
• Professional demeanour with commercial awareness.
• Exceptional planning and organizational skills.
• Effective in providing constructive feedback.
• Skilled in accurate record keeping.

• Uncapped Commission
• Half Day Fridays
• Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Two Paid Volunteering Days per Year