Recruitment & Training Manager

<p><strong>Recruitment & Training Manager</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Build great teams. Develop great recruiters. Make a lasting impact.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Meridian Business Park, Leicester</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £35,000–£40,000 basic + OTE £45,000–£50,000</p><p><strong>Benefits:</strong> Including EMI Share Options</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Great recruiters aren't just hired. They're developed.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>At <strong>Precision People</strong>, we're investing in the future of our business, and that starts with our people.</p><p><br></p><p>We're looking for an experienced <strong>Recruitment & Training Manager</strong> to help us transform how we attract, onboard, develop and retain recruitment talent.</p><p><br></p><p>This is more than an internal recruitment or training position. It's an opportunity to take real ownership, introduce fresh ideas and influence how our business develops its people.</p><p><br></p><p>We want someone who understands what makes a successful recruitment consultant, knows how to bring out the best in individuals and believes that high performance and a supportive working environment should go hand in hand.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>If you're passionate about recruitment, love developing people and want the freedom to make meaningful improvements, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>The Opportunity</u></strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>You'll work closely with our leadership team, taking responsibility for improving the entire employee development journey.</li><li>From identifying the right talent and creating effective onboarding programmes to coaching experienced consultants and supporting team leaders, you'll play a central role in building stronger, more successful teams.</li><li>Crucially, you'll have the autonomy and authority to challenge existing processes, implement improvements and introduce initiatives that make a measurable difference.</li><li>We're looking for someone who can combine commercial recruitment expertise with a genuine passion for people development.</li><li>Someone who understands that long-term success isn't simply about hitting targets. It's about giving people the skills, confidence, support and direction they need to perform consistently.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong><u>What You'll Be Responsible For</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Recruiting the Right People</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Leading our internal recruitment strategy and managing the full hiring process.</li><li>Identifying and attracting talented individuals who align with our business and culture.</li><li>Working with hiring managers to improve candidate assessment and selection.</li><li>Developing recruitment processes that prioritise long-term suitability and potential.</li><li>Creating a positive, professional candidate experience from initial contact through to appointment.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Transforming Onboarding & Training</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Reviewing and improving our existing onboarding and training programmes.</li><li>Creating structured development plans that give new starters the best possible foundation.</li><li>Delivering practical, engaging training across the recruitment lifecycle.</li><li>Establishing clear expectations, achievable milestones and regular development reviews.</li><li>Ensuring new consultants receive consistent support as they develop their skills and confidence.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Coaching & Developing Existing Teams</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Providing hands-on coaching and mentoring to consultants across our Permanent and Contract divisions.</li><li>Working with experienced recruiters to strengthen performance, increase billings and develop their capabilities.</li><li>Identifying skill gaps and introducing targeted training initiatives.</li><li>Supporting underperforming consultants through constructive coaching and structured improvement plans.</li><li>Working alongside team leaders to improve coaching techniques, leadership capability and team performance.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Driving Positive, Lasting Change</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Reviewing existing recruitment, training and development practices and identifying opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Introducing new approaches that strengthen employee engagement and retention.</li><li>Developing a consistent coaching and development culture across the business.</li><li>Using performance data to identify trends, measure progress and improve outcomes.</li><li>Working directly with senior leadership to implement meaningful changes that support both our people and commercial objectives.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong><u>What We're Looking For</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p>You'll be an experienced agency recruitment professional who understands the industry, enjoys developing others and has the confidence to make things happen.</p><p><br></p><p>Ideally, you'll have:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>At least five years' experience within agency recruitment.</li><li>A strong understanding of the full recruitment lifecycle, including business development, candidate sourcing and client management.</li><li>Proven experience training, coaching or mentoring recruitment consultants.</li><li>Experience improving individual or team performance.</li><li>The ability to develop structured onboarding and training programmes.</li><li>Strong communication skills and the confidence to influence people at all levels.</li><li>A commercially focused mindset combined with a genuine interest in employee development.</li><li>The confidence to challenge established ways of working and implement positive change.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>You might currently be a Recruitment Manager, Training Manager, Learning & Development Manager or an experienced Senior Consultant who has taken responsibility for developing others.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>We're more interested in your ability to develop successful recruiters than your current job title.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Why Precision People?</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Make a Genuine Difference</strong></p><p>This is an opportunity to shape how we recruit, train and develop our people. Your ideas will be welcomed, and you'll have the authority to turn them into action.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Influence the Future of the Business</strong></p><p>You'll work directly with our leadership team, contributing to decisions that improve performance, strengthen our teams and support our long-term growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Develop People, Not Just Performance</strong></p><p>We want to create an environment where talented individuals have the opportunity to build successful, rewarding careers. You'll play a central role in making that happen.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Autonomy & Ownership</strong></p><p>We don't want someone who simply follows a training manual. We want someone who can identify opportunities, introduce improvements and take ownership of delivering results.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>A Rewarding Package</strong></p><p>You'll receive a basic salary of £35,000–£40,000, with an OTE of £45,000–£50,000, alongside additional benefits including EMI Share Options.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Ready to Help Shape Our Future?</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p>If you're an experienced recruitment professional who gets genuine satisfaction from developing others, improving performance and building successful teams, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p><br></p><p>We're looking for someone who can bring energy, expertise and fresh thinking to our business.</p><p><br></p><p>Someone who wants to do more than fill vacancies or deliver training sessions.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Someone who wants to help build a recruitment business where great people join, develop, succeed and stay.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Click Apply and send your CV, or contact <strong>Michelle Fletcher</strong> at Precision People for a confidential discussion.</p><p><br></p>

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