Senior Recruitment Consultant

Senior Recruitment Consultant - Business Change & Transformation

Location: Manchester or Remote (UK-based)

About Us

We're a specialist recruitment agency focused on placing high-caliber contractors across the full spectrum of organizational change initiatives. From incremental improvements to complete organizational transformations, we support clients in delivering successful change programmes. Our deep understanding of various change methodologies and frameworks has established us as a trusted partner for organizations at every stage of their transformation journey.

The Role

We're seeking an experienced Recruitment Consultant to join our expanding team, specializing in placing interim professionals across all types of transformation initiatives:

Developmental Change

• Process improvement projects
• Skills enhancement programmes
• System upgrades and optimization
• Continuous improvement initiatives

Transitional Change

• Digital transformation programmes
• Mergers and acquisitions
• Organizational restructuring
• New system implementations

Transformational Change

• Culture change programmes
• Operating model redesign
• Business model transformation
• Strategic repositioning initiatives

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their specific transformation needs across developmental, transitional, and transformational change programmes
• Develop expertise in various change management frameworks and methodologies, including:
  • ITIL for IT service management
  • COBIT for IT governance
  • Six Sigma for process improvement
  • COSO for risk management
  • Agile and Waterfall methodologies
  • Lean management principles
  • Change management frameworks (ADKAR, Kotter, etc.)
• Source and engage contractors with expertise in specific frameworks and methodologies based on client requirements
• Conduct thorough assessments of candidates' experience with different change types and methodologies
• Maintain an active network of transformation professionals including:
  • Change Management Specialists
  • Process Improvement Experts
  • Six Sigma Black Belts
  • ITIL Practitioners
  • Digital Transformation Consultants
  • Programme Directors
  • Business Analysts
  • PMO Specialists

Required Experience & Skills

• Minimum 3 years' experience in contract recruitment, preferably within Business Change and Transformation
• Understanding of various change management methodologies and frameworks
• Ability to match contractor expertise with specific transformation requirements
• Proven track record of successful contractor placements across different types of change initiatives
• Strong understanding of the contract market, IR35 legislation, and contractor engagement models
• Demonstrated ability to hit and exceed revenue targets consistently
• Experience in managing contractor extensions and redeployments
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously in a remote setting if desired

Benefits Package

• Competitive base salary + uncapped commission structure
• Higher commission percentages for contract placements
• Flexible working arrangements - choose between our Manchester office or full remote
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Private healthcare coverage
• Professional development budget
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Regular team social events and incentive trips
• Mental health and wellbeing support

Career Development

We believe in growing our own talent. You'll have access to:

• Comprehensive training in various change management methodologies and frameworks
• Certification support for relevant professional qualifications
• Regular updates on emerging transformation trends and methodologies
• Specialist training in contract recruitment and IR35
• Clear progression path to Senior/Principal Consultant
• Leadership development opportunities
• Industry-specific certifications and courses

How to Apply

If you are ready for the next stage of your recruitment career, contact Barrie Dewhirst in the strictest confidence on 07487 508210or email Show email

Equal Opportunities Employer: We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.