Recruitment Consultant - NO SALES

Job Title: Hybrid Recruitment Consultant - NO SALES
Shift Pattern: Mon - Fri 08:00 - 17:00
Salary: 30,000 - 32,500 DOE
Overview
The Hybrid Recruitment Consultant – Logistics & Driving will take ownership of the end-to-end delivery of staffing solutions across our new contract. Combining workforce planning with hands-on recruitment, this role is responsible for attracting, onboarding, and deploying high-quality warehouse and driving staff to meet client demand.
Acting as the key link between clients, operations, and candidates, the consultant will ensure consistent fulfilment, high service levels, and a reliable workforce that supports operational success.
Key Responsibilities Workforce Planning & Delivery
*
Plan, forecast, and allocate drivers and warehouse operatives to meet daily and weekly client requirements.
*
Develop workforce plans aligned with volume forecasts, seasonal trends, and operational needs.
*
Ensure optimum workforce utilisation, balancing fulfilment, cost efficiency, and service delivery.
*
Proactively manage shift coverage, resolving shortages and last-minute requirements.
Recruitment & Talent Pipeline
*
Source, attract, and recruit warehouse and driving candidates to meet ongoing and future demand.
*
Build and maintain a strong pipeline of compliant, work-ready candidates.
*
Conduct interviews, registrations, and assessments in line with client requirements.
*
Work closely with marketing and resourcing channels to drive candidate flow.
Client & Stakeholder Management
*
Develop strong relationships with on-site and client operational teams.
*
Act as the main point of contact for all staffing requirements and day-to-day coordination.
*
Ensure service delivery meets or exceeds SLAs and client expectations.
*
Provide regular updates on fulfilment levels, challenges, and workforce performance.
Candidate Management & Engagement
*
Coordinate onboarding, inductions, and deployment of candidates.
*
Maintain regular communication to ensure attendance, performance, and retention.
*
Manage bookings, shift confirmations, and real-time changes.
*
Build strong relationships with the workforce to improve engagement and retention.
Compliance & Administration
*
Ensure all candidates meet legal and company compliance standards (Right to Work, licences, CPC, WTD, RT(WT)R).
*
Maintain accurate records within CRM and workforce management systems.
*
Monitor KPIs such as fulfilment, absence, and attrition.
*
Support audits and ensure adherence to all regulatory requirements.
Performance & Continuous Improvement
*
Analyse trends in demand, fill rates, and workforce performance.
*
Identify opportunities to improve recruitment efficiency and workforce planning.
*
Support implementation of systems, processes, and best practices.
*
Work collaboratively with wider recruitment teams to ensure a consistent supply of talent.
Skills & Competencies
*
Strong understanding of logistics, driving, and warehousing environments.
*
Proven ability to balance recruitment activity with operational planning.
*
Excellent organisation and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.
*
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
*
High attention to detail, particularly in compliance and scheduling.
*
Proficient in CRM systems, workforce planning tools, and Microsoft Office.
Qualifications & Experience
- Previous experience in recruitment (logistics/driving preferred) or transport planning.
- Knowledge of driver legislation, WTD, and RT(WT)R regulations.
- Experience managing high-volume temporary workforces.
- Full UK driving licence preferred.
Apply Today
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed