Divisional Manager - Council/PRG

At Talentia Group, we’re scaling with intention — and we\’re searching for an experienced recruiter to lead the Council & PRG division through its next phase of growth. If you’re a senior recruiter or billing manager with experience in public sector recruitment (local authority, central government, NDPBs, housing, or not-for-profit), this is your opportunity to step up and take ownership. Talentia Group is a 90-person, employee-owned, B-Corp certified recruitment business operating across Bristol, Manchester, and Leeds. Since 2018, we’ve grown rapidly with a clear vision: to make recruitment better — for clients, candidates, and consultants. This is a brand new team that we’re ready to scale it into a dedicated, market-leading division — and we need someone with the ambition, experience, and commercial mindset to take the lead. 🧭 The Opportunity: Lead a High-Impact Division As Divisional Manager, you’ll be responsible for: * Leading and expanding our Council/PRG recruitment offering across the UK * Managing and mentoring a team of recruiters (with immediate headcount to grow) * Personally billing and winning new business in line with our ethical and purpose-driven values * Building a high-performing team culture rooted in delivery, collaboration and impact This is your chance to build a business within a business — with the autonomy, support, and structure to truly make your mark. 🎯 Who We’re Looking For You’ll be someone who knows how to win and grow in the public sector — and now you\’re ready to take it further. * Experienced public sector recruiter, with a track record in local authority, housing, not-for-profit, or regulated markets * Proven biller and team leader — someone who leads by example and knows how to build teams that deliver * Strategic thinker with a commercial mindset, capable of scaling a division sustainably * Values-led, with a belief in doing recruitment the right way — ethically, transparently, and with long-term impact * Ambitious and proactive — ready to step into a leadership role and build something lasting 🌍 Why Talentia? * B-Corp certified – we\’re committed to making business a force for good across people, planet and profit * Investors in People – Platinum * Award-winning culture – supportive, collaborative, and high-performing * Leadership autonomy – you’ll have a seat at the table and the freedom to shape your division 💥 What You’ll Get * Up to £50k base salary (DOE) * Uncapped commission – realistic OTE of £100k+ * Private healthcare + gym membership allowance * 3 x annual company trip incentives including Ski, City and Beach breaks * Performance bonuses, lunch clubs, and more * Structured leadership development and internal L&D support Ready to Build Something That Matters? If you\’re a public sector recruitment expert ready to scale a division, lead a team, and create something with purpose — we want to hear from you. This is your opportunity to own, mould, and grow a key part of Talentia Group’s future