Senior Recruitment Consultant in Hampshire

Sarto Thomas is a dynamic recruitment specialist dedicated to connecting high-calibre professionals with contract roles across the built environment. We are defined by relationships that last with our candidates, our clients, and our internal team.

As we scale, we are looking for an experienced Senior Recruitment Consultant to take over a warm desk. This is a strategic hire: you will inherit established client relationships and an active candidate pool within our core sectors, allowing you to focus on high-level delivery and sophisticated account growth.

The Role:

We aren’t looking for someone to learn the ropes. We’re looking for a seasoned 360 recruiter who knows how to navigate the fast-paced contract market. You will take ownership of a desk with an existing run-rate, using your expertise to maximise current accounts while strategically identifying new opportunities.

At Sarto Thomas, "Senior" means more than just a title; it means you have the autonomy to run your desk like a business, the polish to consult at a high level, and the drive to mentor the next generation of consultants.

Why Join Us?

• High-performance, flexible environment where your output is valued over calls-per-hour metrics.
• Market-Leading Rewards: Min 15% flat commission with NO THRESHOLD.
• Performance Bonuses: 1% of your yearly target as a bonus, plus milestone rewards: £5k bonus for a £5k contract run rate, and £10k bonus for a £10k run rate.
• Lifestyle & Holiday: 25 days holiday to start, plus +1 day for every promotion.
• Social & Culture: 7 company-funded events per year, including our flagship H1 Incentive trip to Ibiza.
• Warm Desk Advantage: Immediate access to active requirements and a deep database of niche professionals.
• Pathway to Leadership: Clear, predefined milestones to move into Principal billing roles or Team Management.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Account Optimisation: Manage and expand a "warm" portfolio of clients within Civil Engineering, Town Planning, and Building Control.
• Full 360 Execution: Lead the end-to-end recruitment cycle, from high-level brief taking to contractor care and compliance.
• Market Mapping: Proactively identify and headhunt passive talent for specialized contract requirements.
• Strategic Business Development: Move beyond "spec calls" and use a consultative approach to win new tenders and preferred supplier status.
• Mentorship: Act as a lead figure in the office, providing guidance and best-practice examples to Trainee and Junior Consultants.
• Contract Management: Oversee your contract book with precision, ensuring high retention and seamless renewals.

What You Bring:

• Proven Track Record: At least 2+ years of 360 recruitment experience, ideally within the Built Environment, Technical, or Public Sector contract markets.
• Billing Excellence: A documented history of achieving and exceeding targets in a fast-paced environment.
• Strategic Mindset: You know how to "work" a warm desk to its full potential while still having the "hunter" instinct for new business.
• Professionalism: High levels of integrity and the ability to act as a brand ambassador for Sarto Thomas.
• Autonomy: You are self-motivated and thrive in an empowered environment where you aren’t micro-managed.

Stop building someone else’s cold desk and start scaling a warm one. If you are an ambitious, driven Senior Recruiter looking for a business that offers genuine rewards and a clear path to the top, we want to hear from you.