At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage recruitment for the Power & Infrastructure sector and build strong client relationships.
- Company: Award-winning Training and Recruitment company with a focus on niche industries.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, uncapped commission, career progression, and tailored training.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with networking opportunities and excellent career growth.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in the energy and utilities sector.
- Qualifications: 3+ years of recruitment experience, ideally in construction or energy sectors.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
The Launch Group is an award-winning Training and Recruitment company based in the UK. Established in 2013, TLG specialises in servicing several niche industries such as Aviation, Defence and Engineering.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Recruitment Consultant to join our growing Power & Infrastructure division, with a dedicated focus on the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) sector. You will take ownership of a warm desk with existing clients and active jobs, while also driving new business development across substation builds, overhead lines, cabling, and grid upgrades for key clients in the energy and utilities space. This role is ideal for a recruiter with a proven track record in the construction or utilities markets, who is passionate about building long-term relationships and delivering high-quality manpower solutions to major contractors and infrastructure providers.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end recruitment for contract and permanent roles across the T&D sector, including but not limited to: Project Managers, Site Managers, SAPs, Electrical Engineers, Cable Jointers, Civils Supervisors, HSE Advisors, and Labourers
- Grow and maintain a network of skilled candidates within Transmission & Distribution
- Develop strong relationships with key clients including Tier 1 utilities contractors, DNOs, and renewable energy firms
- Win new business and secure PSLs through outbound sales activity, client meetings, and industry networking
- Attend site visits, industry events, and client meetings to build rapport and market intelligence
- Collaborate with the compliance and resourcing teams to ensure fully compliant placements
- Consistently hit and exceed personal and team KPIs including revenue, margin, and activity targets
- Provide mentoring to junior consultants or resourcers if required
What We’re Looking For
- Minimum 3 years of 360 recruitment experience, ideally within construction, energy, or engineering
- Demonstrable success in contract or permanent billing – ideally £150k+ annually
- Understanding of the T&D market, or adjacent infrastructure sectors (utilities, civils, power)
- Proven ability to develop and maintain client relationships in a competitive sector
- Strong candidate sourcing and interviewing skills, using job boards, LinkedIn, and own network
- Self-motivated, resilient, and target-driven mindset
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and organisational skills
Desirable (but not essential)
- Experience placing roles on National Grid, UKPN, SSE, SPEN or similar DNO/ICP frameworks
- Knowledge of compliance and safety regulations in high-voltage environments
- Existing client or candidate network in the T&D sector
What We Offer
- Competitive base salary + uncapped commission
- Warm desk with existing client base
- Career progression towards Principal Consultant or Team Lead
- Supportive, fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment
- Training and development tailored to your career path
- Regular industry events, networking opportunities, and site visits
- 23 days annual leave + bank holidays + additional incentives
Ready to power up your recruitment career? Apply now or contact Nick Brown for a confidential conversation.
Email – nick.brown@thelaunchgroup.co.uk
Mobile – 07900805242
Senior Recruitment Consultant in Newcastle upon Tyne employer: The Launch Group
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