Senior Recruitment Consultant (Engineering)

Location: Manchester or Birmingham 

The Opportunity:

Are you an experienced recruiter who excels at delivery but is looking for more strategic depth?

Randstad, the global leader in HR services, is seeking a Senior Consultant to join our high-performing Engineering division. In this role, you won’t be building a desk from scratch; you will inherit established, high-volume accounts, positioning you as a pivotal "partner for talent" for some of the industry’s most respected engineering firms.

Your Mission:

Your core focus is the precision delivery of technical talent. You will:

• Candidate Mastery: Source, headhunt, and engage top-tier Engineering professionals using LinkedIn Recruiter, specialist boards, and our extensive internal database.
• Account Management: Partner closely with existing clients to understand complex technical requirements and organizational cultures.
• Market Mapping: Become a true subject matter expert in the Engineering field, identifying trends and talent shifts before they happen.
• Process Excellence: Manage the end-to-end candidate journey, from initial technical screening and interview prep to sophisticated offer negotiation.

Why Join Randstad?

We combine the reach of a global powerhouse with the agility of a specialist boutique. Through our "Together we grow" philosophy, we offer:

• Financial Reward: A competitive base salary and a rewarding commission structure.
• Tools for Success: A full LinkedIn Recruiter license and access to the industry’s latest AI-driven recruitment technology.
• Flexibility & Autonomy: A hybrid working model built on mutual trust and results.
• Personal Growth: Best-in-class L&D programs with transparent pathways into Management or Principal Consultant roles.
• Global Perks: Share purchase schemes, high-street discounts, and comprehensive wellbeing support.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven Experience: A track record of success in recruitment, specifically within technical or fast-paced sectors.
• Resilience: The ability to navigate the complexities of the Engineering talent market.
• Communication: A natural ability to build rapport with technical specialists and hiring managers at all levels.
• Ambition: A desire to move beyond "standard" recruitment and provide genuine consultancy to your clients.

Randstad is an inclusive employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an equitable environment for all. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let our Internal Talent Acquisition (ITA) team know.