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About Us

Located in the heart of Ipswich town centre, Employment Specialists Ltd is a highly regarded Specialist Recruitment consultancy focussing on the Insurance industry. We pride ourselves on connecting top-tier talent with leading Insurance organisations, offering bespoke Recruitment solutions that meet the needs of both Candidates and Clients.

Why Join Us?

We offer a culture that is unlike most Recruitment environments. We focus on account management, making this the ideal role for someone who enjoys building relationships and delivering quality rather than operating in a sales-heavy or KPI-driven environment. If you're looking for a recruitment role that offers flexibility, collaboration, and a focus on long-term partnerships, we'd love to hear from you.

Recruitment Consultant - Job Overview

Due to continued business growth, we are looking for a Senior Recruitment Consultant to join our team. Working closely with our Recruitment Operations Manager and MD, this role focuses on managing the recruitment process for our valued Insurance Clients. Unlike many traditional recruitment roles, this position allows you to focus instead on delivering exceptional service to both Candidates and Clients without strict KPI's or business development.

As a Senior member of the Team, you will be expected to lead by example and be able to demonstrate resilience, speed, organisation and passion for helping others.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the entire recruitment process, from sourcing candidates through to onboarding, ensuring a smooth and positive experience throughout
Work closely with our Management Team to understand Client needs and priorities
Proactively identify and engage with potential candidates for both current and future roles
Build and nurture strong relationships with candidates, offering guidance and support throughout the recruitment process
Conduct thorough assessments and interviews to ensure the best fit for both candidate and client
Develop and maintain a talent pipeline for critical roles
Stay updated on industry trends and insights, adapting recruitment strategies to suit changing market conditions
Collaborate with hiring managers and the wider team to ensure recruitment goals are aligned
Provide regular updates on recruitment progress, candidate pipelines, and successful placementsWhat We're Looking For

Proven experience in internal recruitment, talent acquisition, recruitment consultancy, or within the insurance sector itself
Familiarity with the Insurance industry and related roles would be advantageous but is not essential, as full training will be provided
Strong relationship management and communication skills
A results-oriented approach, with excellent attention to detail
Strong time management skills and the ability to juggle multiple tasksWhat We Offer

We provide an attractive salary package with a competitive guaranteed base salary and flexible working arrangements. In addition, we offer a wellness allowance, give you your birthday off if it falls on a working day, and organise regular team-building events