Recruitment Manager

Recruitment Manager Route to Directorship

East Midlands Hybrid Non-Billing Recruitment Manager Role

A respected independent recruitment business in the East Midlands is seeking an experienced Non-Billing Recruitment Manager to lead its next phase of growth.

Specialists in manufacturing, professional services, and commercial recruitment, the business has built long‑term relationships across the region. As part of a planned succession, the CEO is stepping back from day‑to‑day operations and is looking for a trusted Recruitment Manager to take operational responsibility and shape the team.

This role offers a clear and genuine route to Directorship within a short timeframe for the right Non‑Billing Recruitment Manager.

The Role

You will lead and develop a team of recruitment consultants across manufacturing, engineering, HR, finance, and commercial markets. This is a non‑billing recruitment manager role focused on coaching, team performance, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of recruitment consultants
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and structured development
• Oversee day‑to‑day recruitment operations and delivery standards
• Drive performance, collaboration, and recruitment best practice
• Work closely with the CEO on business strategy and future growth

Experience

• Experienced Non‑Billing Recruitment Manager, Recruitment Manager, Team Leader, or Senior Consultant ready to step up
• Background within agency recruitment is essential
• Passionate about developing people and building high‑performing teams
• Motivated by team success rather than personal billings

Benefits

• Competitive salary with leadership incentives and realistic OTE
• Clear pathway to Directorship
• Autonomy to shape the team and operations
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Opportunity to play a key role as a Non‑Billing Recruitment Manager in a respected independent East Midlands business

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If you are an experienced Recruitment Agency Manager or ready to step into a non‑billing recruitment manager leadership role, connect with Michelle Waterworth on LinkedIn /Michelle Waterworth Recruitment to view similar roles or have an informal confidential conversation about this or other recruitment opportunities.