Recruitment Consultant - Perms

Acorn · Newport, Wales

Recruitment Consultant - Perms at Acorn, based in Newport, Wales. This is a permanent role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Newport, Wales
Contract
Permanent
Posted
1 day ago
Closes
24 Sep 2026
Sector
Recruitment Consultant

Reference HR738_1787736617

About the role

Recruitment Consultant

Newport | Permanent | Full-Time | Birthday Off | You Day | Employee Assistance Programme

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie, part of Synergie - Europe's fifth-largest recruitment company, is recruiting an experienced Recruitment Consultant to join our busy Newport head office.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced recruiter or ambitious sales professional looking to build their career within a fast-paced, client-focused recruitment environment.

You'll have the autonomy to run your own desk, develop strong client relationships and deliver creative recruitment solutions across multiple sectors. This role focuses on permanent commercial recruitment, giving you the opportunity to manage your own client portfolio and drive business growth.

What We Offer
  • Minimum 33 days' holiday.
  • Birthday off and a You Day.
  • Uncapped commission scheme with excellent earning potential.
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
  • Life assurance from day one.
  • Training, development and career progression opportunities.
  • Friendly and rewarding working environment.
  • Competitions, incentives and regular staff events.
Key Duties
  • Manage the full permanent recruitment lifecycle, from job briefing through to offer and placement.
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted recruitment partner.
  • Carry out business development activity to win new clients and generate vacancies.
  • Source, screen and interview candidates using job boards, LinkedIn, networking and referrals.
  • Match candidates to permanent opportunities based on skills, experience and cultural fit.
  • Prepare candidates for interviews, providing coaching and feedback.
  • Negotiate offers and fees to achieve successful placements.
  • Maintain accurate candidate and client records using CRM and ATS systems.
  • Ensure recruitment activity complies with employment legislation, data protection and company processes.
Requirements
  • Previous experience in recruitment or sales.
  • Strong work ethic and confident, outgoing personality.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
  • Ability to listen, learn and develop strong client and candidate relationships.
  • Passion for sales and delivering excellent customer service.
  • Self-motivated and comfortable working independently.
  • Full UK driving licence.
Interested?

If you're an experienced Recruitment Consultant, Recruitment Resourcer, Sales Consultant or B2B Sales Professional looking for your next opportunity in Newport, apply today with your up-to-date CV and join the Acorn by Synergie team.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Reference: HR738_1787736617 · Posted 1 day ago · Closes 24 Sep 2026 · Listed via Acorn

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