Area Manager

Overview

In this role you will lead an established London construction recruitment division and own its growth trajectory. You’ll oversee around 200 construction workers across sub-divisions, strengthening client relationships and expanding the team. You will drive the expansion strategy across London, Manchester and Yorkshire, focusing on long-term infrastructure projects. The position offers a competitive package with uncapped bonus, car allowance, and a central London base. This is an opportunity to shape a high-impact division within a growing recruitment business.

Pay / Benefits

• car allowance
• uncapped bonus
• birthday leave
• increased holiday entitlement with service
• 24-hour GP access
• central London office location

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the London construction division and optimize performance across sub-divisions
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships within the construction sector
• Recruit, mentor and expand the recruitment team and capabilities
• Own the division’s strategic direction and drive an opportunistic expansion plan
• Manage margins and ensure long-term profitability of contracts including major infrastructure projects
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to win and deploy talent for large infrastructure initiatives
• Oversee recruitment operating model and ensure delivery against growth targets

Key requirements

• Mid-to-senior recruiter with a background in construction recruitment
• Strong, active client relationships within the sector
• Credibility and network to attract additional recruiters
• Ambition to own and grow a division, not just a branch
• Ability to manage multiple large-scale infrastructure projects and client accounts

• relationship-building
• leadership
• strategic thinking
• construction recruitment expertise
• stakeholder management
• talent pipeline development

…