At a Glance
- Tasks: Build relationships with employers and match candidates to exciting job opportunities.
- Company: Join Richmond Work Match, a dynamic employment brokerage service.
- Benefits: Enjoy 40 days annual leave, flexible working, and a generous pension plan.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team committed to equality and safeguarding.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on local economic growth while helping residents find jobs.
- Qualifications: Experience in recruitment or business development is essential.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
- £37,602 - £45,564
- Fixed Term
- Full Time
- Twickenham
- Objective of role
Richmond Work Match employment brokerage service for the London borough of Richmond upon Thames and Wandsworth council is looking for a motivated business engagement and employment officer to join our successful team.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a background in recruitment business and or development, who enjoys building relationships, generating opportunities and delivering results.
Working as part of a small high performing team, you will develop relationships with employers, generate vacancies, match candidates to opportunities and sustainable employment.
You will play an important role in contributing to local economic growth objectives by helping businesses access talent and residents access employment opportunities.
About The Role
- Develop and maintain relationships with employers across Richmond upon Thames, to generate vacancies and identify employment opportunities for local residents.
- Screen, assess and match suitable candidates to provide targeted support to residents throughout the recruitment process.
- Work collaboratively with employers, training providers and partner organisations to identify candidates and clients.
- Maintain accurate, good quality records and performance and up-to-date records on both residents and clients in real time.
- Deliver against agreed performance targets and service outcomes and visibly contribute to local economic growth priorities.
Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience
- Knowledge of end‑to‑end recruitment lifecycle (business development, vacancy generation, candidate sourcing, placement).
- Understanding of employer needs, workforce planning, and sector‑specific recruitment challenges.
- Proven track record in recruitment or business development, identifying and winning new business/clients with evidence of generating opportunities and successful placements.
- Experience of managing and growing employer accounts, including repeat business and long‑term partnerships.
- Ability to respond effectively and efficiently to any number of tight deadlines within a pressurised environment.
We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer.
If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know.
We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.
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Recruitment Consultant employer: London Borough of Richmond Upon Thames
The London Borough of Richmond upon Thames is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that values flexibility and employee well-being. With generous benefits such as 40 days of annual leave and opportunities for professional growth, this role as a Business Rates Inspector allows you to make a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying a balanced work-life dynamic.
Contact Details:
London Borough of Richmond Upon Thames Recruitment Team
