Recruitment Consultant - Warm Permanent Desk in Burton-on-Trent

This warm permanent recruitment desk in Burton-on-Trent pays up to £35,000 basic plus uncapped commission. You inherit active client relationships and live vacancies from day one, bypassing the cold-start delays that cost most consultants their first three billing months. Hybrid working and clear career progression are included.

• Warm desk with existing clients: Step into active accounts and live revenue immediately without cold-start delays.

• Salary up to £35,000 plus commission: Secure a competitive basic salary paired with an attractive performance incentive structure, with realistic OTE of £50,000 - £60,000 in Year 1.

• Contract recruiters welcome: Experienced contract consultants seeking a transition to permanent placements are actively considered.

Role Responsibilities and Market Growth

This full 360 recruitment position grants total operational ownership of an established regional client portfolio across Construction, Civil Engineering, and related technical disciplines. You manage complete recruitment cycles, taking vacancy briefs, advising hiring managers on commercial terms, and sourcing candidates across the East Midlands. Key day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Managing end-to-end permanent recruitment across Construction and Civil Engineering disciplines

• Developing existing client accounts and identifying new fee opportunities within the established portfolio

• Advising hiring managers on salary benchmarking, market conditions, and candidate availability

• Sourcing, screening, and presenting candidates using the inherited CRM database and active job boards

• Negotiating offers and managing the placement process through to start date

According to the KPMG and REC Report on Jobs, permanent placements grew in August 2026 for the first time since September 2022, positioning this warm desk for immediate fee conversion. Because these client relationships are active, you generate billings from your first month rather than waiting for a cold pipeline to mature. The Construction and Civil Engineering sectors in the East Midlands continue to show consistent hiring demand, making this desk well-placed for sustained billing performance throughout 2026.

Candidate Requirements and Application Process

The role offers a basic salary up to £35,000 alongside uncapped commission, hybrid working, and comprehensive company benefits. A commission guarantee applies during initial onboarding to protect earnings while you establish your billing rhythm. Prospective applicants can review the Recruitment Consultant Salary UK 2026 benchmark guide or consult our Salary Survey to evaluate regional packages against your current earnings.

Qualified consultants bring a demonstrable 360 agency track record across permanent or contract sectors. Construction or Civil Engineering recruitment experience is strongly preferred, though candidates from adjacent technical disciplines with transferable client management skills are considered. Reviewing your journey with a rec2rec agency details our representation framework. Our recruitment career specialists manage every stage under strict UK GDPR discretion, delivering confidential feedback within 24 business hours.

Securing this live desk involves a structured, confidential three-stage consultation process:

1. Step 1: submit your CV for an introductory briefing. We conduct a confidential consultation to review your billing history and determine desk alignment.

2. Step 2: Review commercial disclosures. Qualified candidates receive detailed client metrics, historic revenue performance, and remuneration parameters.

3. Step 3: Attend formal interviews. Candidates meet directly with agency leadership to present their recruitment approach and confirm mutual suitability.

Get in Touch with The Job Office

The Job Office is ready to help. Contact Jamie Rafferty to discuss your requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is this genuinely a warm recruitment desk?

Yes. You will inherit existing client relationships, live vacancies and an established candidate database, giving you the opportunity to start generating fees without building an entirely new desk from scratch. It is still a 360 recruitment role, so you will be expected to develop those accounts, identify new opportunities and grow your client portfolio over time.

2. Do I need Construction or Civil Engineering recruitment experience?

Experience recruiting within Construction, Civil Engineering or a related technical market would be an advantage, but it isn't necessarily essential. The business will consider experienced 360 recruiters from other sectors who can demonstrate strong business development, client management and candidate delivery skills. Contract recruiters looking to move into permanent recruitment are also encouraged to apply.

3. What salary, commission and working arrangements are available?

The role offers a basic salary of up to £35,000 plus uncapped commission, with a stated realistic first-year OTE of £50,000 to £60,000. A commission guarantee is available during the initial onboarding period, alongside hybrid working, company benefits and clear opportunities for career progression.