Recruitment Consultant - Engineering

Job Summary Engineering Recruitment Consultant – Cardiff (CF10 1EW) Salary: Up to £34,000 depending on experience plus uncapped bonus. Specialism: Engineering. Open to trainees with strong sales backgrounds. Responsibilities Grow a permanent‑led engineering recruitment desk Recruit Quality Inspectors & Quality Managers, Design Engineers & Design Managers, Manufacturing & Engineering Management roles Develop long‑term client partnerships across South Wales Win new business through consultative, value‑led sales Sourcing, engaging and supporting skilled engineering candidates Work closely with colleagues across Cardiff, Bristol and Oxford Qualifications & Experience Experienced recruiter : Agency recruitment experience (any specialism considered), comfortable with business development and client management, motivated to build a desk and grow market share. B2B sales professional (career‑switcher) : Proven success in B2B sales or account management, strong communication & relationship‑building skills, commercial mindset & resilience, interested in transitioning into a professional recruitment career. Engineering experience is not required; training will be provided. A driving licence is preferred due to client visits, but not essential. Benefits Warm desk with real opportunity – not a cold start Specialism with continued investment and long‑term demand Uncapped bonus scheme, paid every four weeks Clear career pathways within a growing engineering division Industry‑leading recruitment technology and candidate database Award‑winning learning and development programmes Supportive, collaborative team culture with experienced leadership Paid sabbaticals every 5 years; additional annual leave at long‑service milestones; market‑leading incentives, rewards and recognition schemes; inclusive, values‑driven culture focused on long‑term careers. EEO Statement Reed is an equal opportunities employer.

We aim to ensure that no candidate or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity. We are a Mindful Employer and offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria. As a proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, we welcome applications from ex‑services personnel, reservists and cadets and offer a guaranteed interview for applicants who meet the minimum criteria. #J-18808-Ljbffr