Recruitment Consultant Trades (Construction)

Be one of the first applicants, read the complete overview of the role below, then send your application for consideration. Leeds Basic salary up to £35,000 DOE Uncapped commission and full benefits package Modern offices with on-site parking Full UK driving licence required Hybrid About the Company This is a long-established and highly respected construction recruitment business with a strong national footprint and a loyal, diverse client base. They operate across multiple technical and trades disciplines, delivering tailored, flexible solutions to some of the most recognised names in the industry. Their consultants receive ongoing training, modern tools, and the autonomy to build successful, profitable desks. Due to continued growth, the Trades division is expanding, and the business is now seeking a driven Recruitment Consultant to take ownership of a busy, high-demand market. The Role This is a full 360 recruitment position with a strong emphasis on business development. You will be responsible for building and growing a Trades desk, developing long-term client relationships, and placing skilled trades professionals into temporary and permanent roles. You will be joining a team that values pace, quality, and commercial thinking. The environment is direct, energetic, and supportive, with a clear focus on performance and service excellence. Key Responsibilities Develop and grow a Trades recruitment desk within a high-activity market Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients Manage the full recruitment cycle from prospecting to placement Source, interview, and place high-quality candidates Drive consistent business development activity to maximise revenue Deliver a professional, service-led experience to clients and candidates Work collaboratively with colleagues to support wider business goals What Youll Bring Success in this role requires a combination of commercial instinct, resilience, and ambition. You will need: A strong drive to achieve and exceed targets Confidence, competitiveness, and the ability to influence Excellent communication and relationship-building skills A proactive, self-motivated approach to business development The ability to work at pace in a demanding but rewarding environment xehkeey Experience in recruitment or construction/trades is advantageous, but attitude and work ethic are key Whats on Offer Competitive basic salary up to £35,000 depending on experience Uncapped commission with realistic, high-earning potential A well-established brand with a strong reputation in the construction sector Modern offices, on-site parking, and high-quality recruitment tools Ongoing training, development, and clear career progression A passionate, friendly, and high-performing team culture If you are ambitious, commercially minded, and ready to build a long-term career in one of the most dynamic sectors in recruitment, we would like to hear from you. All applications are handled in strict confidence