Regional Sales Manager

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Hours: Monday Friday 8am 4.30pm
Salary: £30-40K plus bonus
Benefits: 20 Holidays +BankHolidays, attractive pension scheme,Perkboxmembership, company car
Job Title: Regional Sales Manager Location: Leicester, UK (Regional travel required)
Reporting to: Sales Director / Managing Director
About Quest Employment Quest Employment is one of the UKs leading recruitment agencies, providing high-quality staffing solutions across industrial, commercial, technical, and professional sectors. With a strong national presence and a reputation for service excellence, we partner with clients to deliver flexible, reliable, and tailored recruitment solutions.
Role Overview The Regional Sales Manager will be responsible for driving revenue growth across a defined region by developing new business, expanding existing client relationships, and leading regional sales activity. This role plays a key part in delivering Quest Employments commercial strategy while ensuring high standards of service, compliance, and brand representation.
Key Responsibilities Sales & Business Development
Develop and implement a regional sales strategy aligned with Quest Employments overall growth objectives

Identify, target, and secure new business opportunities across temporary, contract, and permanent recruitment services

Grow revenue and margin from existing key accounts through account development and upselling

Manage and deliver against regional sales targets and KPIs

Client Relationship Management
Build strong, long-term relationships with key decision-makers and stakeholders

Act as a senior point of contact for strategic and high-value clients

Lead negotiations on commercial terms, pricing, and service agreements

Ensure client satisfaction and retention through regular reviews and service improvement plans

Leadership & Collaboration
Work closely with Branch Managers and recruitment teams to convert sales opportunities into successful placements

Coach and support branch-based sales activity, sharing best practice and market insight

Collaborate with marketing, operations, and compliance teams to ensure a consistent and high-quality client experience

Market & Performance Management
Monitor regional market trends, competitor activity, and client demand

Produce accurate sales forecasts, reports, and pipeline updates

Ensure all sales activity complies with UK employment legislation and internal compliance standards

Skills & Experience Essential
Proven experience in a senior sales or business development role within recruitment

Strong track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets

Experience managing large, multi-site or regional client portfolios

Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills

Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel within the region

Desirable
Experience working within a high-volume or multi-sector recruitment agency

Previous responsibility for regional sales strategy or team leadership

Strong understanding of UK recruitment compliance and legislation

Personal Attributes Commercially driven and results-focused

Confident, credible, and professional when engaging at senior client level

Highly organised with strong planning and prioritisation skills

Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

What We Offer Competitive salary with an attractive commission and bonus structure

Company car or car allowance

Opportunities for career progression within a national recruitment business

Supportive, performance-driven culture with ongoing training and development

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Location:
Leicester
Salary:
£40,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Sales

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