Recruitment Manager

Recruitment Manager - Contract 

At NES Fircroft, we’re more than a recruitment agency. We’re a global specialist connecting exceptional talent with organisations shaping the future. As our contract recruitment operations continue to grow, we’re looking for a capable Recruitment Manager to lead, develop and scale a high performing team. 

This is an opportunity to take full ownership of a contract recruitment function, drive commercial performance, and lead a team to consistently deliver profitable growth across new and existing client partnerships. 

What You’ll Be Doing 

• Account Development & Revenue Growth: Drive performance through senior level client engagement, contract negotiation and expansion of existing accounts to maintain a consistent workload for the team. 

• Strategic Account Management: Lead strategic client relationships, retaining ownership where appropriate while delegating accounts to support team development and growth.  

• KPI & Performance Management: Implement, monitor and analyse recruitment KPIs to drive performance and productivity, providing corrective actions where required. 

• Team Leadership & Development: Recruit, coach and develop high performing consultants through regular feedback, reviews and structured development plans.  

• Contractual & Compliance Oversight: Oversee contractual requirements with a focus on insurance, taxation and risk, while supporting and leading client negotiations. 

• Operational Collaboration: Work closely with Operations and Finance, supporting key activities including cost of sales analysis, reconciliations and monthly reporting.  

• Contractor Management: Oversee contractor relationships, resolve complex issues and support candidate marketing to attract and retain specialist talent.  

• Reporting & Administration: Complete monthly bonus calculations, cost of sales analysis and key account reconciliations, ensuring accurate and timely reporting to senior management. 

Why NES Fircroft? 

• Growth & Opportunity: Join a high growth division with strong international investment and long-term career potential  

• Global Exposure: Collaborate with colleagues and clients across a diverse range of international markets 

• Collaborative Culture: Work autonomously while being supported by a driven, inclusive and high performing team 

• Work Life Balance: Enjoy flexible working arrangements with a genuine focus on wellbeing and sustainability 

• International Experiences: Take part in global travel, events and incentive trips to destinations such as Lisbon, Houston, Dubai and New York 

• Career Development: Benefit from clear progression pathways, tailored mentoring and ongoing professional development 

• Reward & Recognition: Competitive base salary paired with an uncapped, performance led bonus structure 

What We’re Looking For 

• Proven Contract Recruitment Leadership: Demonstrated experience leading and developing successful teams within a technical contract recruitment environment. 

• Strong Financial Track Record: Consistent history of exceeding GP and profit targets, with strong commercial judgement and investment mindset. 

• Business Development Expertise: Proven ability to develop new business, negotiate contracts and operate successfully at senior stakeholder level. 

• People Management & Coaching Skills: Proven capability to coach, motivate and retain high performing consultants, developing future leaders within the business. 

• Commercial & Operational Acumen: Strong understanding of recruitment economics, cashflow management, credit control and contractual compliance. 

• Excellent Communication Skills: Confident communicator with strong written and verbal presentation skills, able to influence both internal and external stakeholders. 

About NES Fircroft 

NES Fircroft is a global leader in engineering and technical recruitment, supporting some of the world’s most innovative companies across energy, infrastructure and life sciences. We’re driven by innovation, growth and collaboration—and we believe recruitment should be both high performing and enjoyable. 

NES Fircroft – Empowering with energy.