Recruitment Consultant

Recruitment Consultant

Location: Portsmouth/ Hybrid
Salary: Competitive Basic + Uncapped Commission + Benefits

About Interlinx

Interlinx is a specialist recruitment consultancy delivering permanent and contract recruitment solutions across the UK's infrastructure and built environment sectors. We work with clients across Telecommunications, Rail, Data Centres, Aviation, Utilities, Construction and M&E, building long-term partnerships through a professional, consultative approach.

As we look to grow, we're looking for an experienced Recruitment Consultant to join our close-knit team. This is an opportunity to take ownership of your desk, make a genuine impact within the business, and grow your career as Interlinx expands.

The Role

As a Recruitment Consultant, you will manage the full recruitment lifecycle across both permanent and contract vacancies. You will be responsible for developing new business, building long-term client relationships, sourcing exceptional candidates, and delivering an outstanding recruitment service.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and grow your own recruitment desk.
• Generate new business opportunities and build lasting client relationships.
• Source, interview and qualify candidates for permanent and contract positions.
• Manage the full recruitment process from vacancy briefing through to placement.
• Negotiate fees, rates and terms with clients and candidates.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines within your specialist market.
• Manage contractor relationships and client accounts.
• Achieve individual sales and placement targets.

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

• Previous experience as a Recruitment Consultant (360 recruitment preferred).
• Strong business development and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• A driven, proactive and professional approach.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience within technical, engineering, construction or infrastructure recruitment is advantageous but not essential.

What We Offer

• Competitive basic salary.
• Uncapped commission structure.
• Clear career progression opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Autonomy to develop and grow your desk.
• Modern recruitment systems and sourcing tools.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Opportunity to play a key role in the continued growth of Interlinx.