Recruitment Consultant

Location: Swords
Salary: €28,000 - €32,000 OTE €40,000 - €45,000
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (flexibility required)

What's on offer

• Competitive base salary €28k-€32k
• Uncapped commission structure (OTE €40k-€45k)
• 36 days annual leave including public holidays
• Private healthcare
• Life assurance
• Company pension
• Reward & recognition scheme
• Clear progression opportunities within a market-leading recruitment business

The role

As a Recruitment Consultant, you will manage the full recruitment lifecycle, building strong client and candidate relationships while delivering against sales and service targets. This is a fast-paced, people-focused role suited to someone commercially driven and confident working in a target-led environment.

Key responsibilities

Business development & sales

• Generate new business and grow existing client accounts
• Meet agreed sales and gross profit targets
• Conduct client meetings, site visits and follow-ups
• Support proposals and tenders and negotiate fees and rates in line with company policy

Client management

• Manage vacancies end-to-end and deliver high-quality service
• Build a strong understanding of client operations, workforce needs and future plans
• Provide market insight on salary levels, candidate availability and industry trends
• Maintain accurate client information on the CRM system

Candidate management

• Source, screen and register candidates against weekly KPIs
• Prepare candidates for interviews and provide feedback
• Negotiate offers, notice periods and terms of employment
• Maintain strong candidate relationships and talent pools

Quality & compliance

• Ensure all activity aligns with internal processes and quality standards
• Complete candidate compliance checks and documentation
• Maintain accurate records in line with legislative requirements
• Support continuous improvement and professional development

What we're looking for

Essential

• 1+ year recruitment consultancy experience or 2+ years' direct sales experience in a target-driven environment
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Commercial awareness and a results-focused mindset
• Full driving licence or access to transport

Desirable

• Additional recruitment experience
• Experience using recruitment databases or CRM systems
• Professional accreditation (REC / NRF / ERF)

Why join Staffline?

You'll join a supportive, high-performing team with clear progression, strong earning potential and the opportunity to build long-term client relationships while developing your recruitment career.