Recruitment Consultant
CV-LibraryExeter, DevonpermanentPosted: 19 June 2026
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We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Recruitment Consultant to join our Exeter Office.
About Us
Backline Logistics is a specialist recruitment contractor, transport operator and training provider, with over 30 years of expertise serving the Transport & Logistics sector. We have over 10 branches located across the South of England with the Exeter branch itself well established with both a loyal client and candidate base.
The Position
As a Recruitment Consultant, you will be responsible for branch recruitment, allocating of temporary and/or permanent placements to the appropriate candidates and managing/creating your own sales pipeline.
You will be required to:
* Conduct interviews with candidates applying for temporary and/or permanent roles as appropriate.
* Ensure copies of all relevant documentation are taken at point of interview.
* Field incoming calls from temporary staff, clients and other Backline employees, taking the required action or escalating to the appropriate level of authority.
* Allocate placements to the appropriate candidate(s) and liaise with the relevant client in a timely manner to maximise the success rate for fulfilled bookings.
* Complete daily operations reports.
* Maintain daily ring-round contact with clients.
* Execute our sales activity pipeline (flyer, mail, telesale, follow up).
* Arrange and attend regular sales meetings.
* Conduct any other task(s) as reasonably requested by the Regional Manager or Director.
N.b. This list is not exhaustive.
About you
Alongside your positive attitude – you will have the drive to succeed, the hunger to deliver and a desire to go that extra mile providing excellence in customer service.
* Previous Admin/Recruitment experience would be an advantage.
* Driving license is not essential but preferred
* Computer literate (Microsoft office)
* Experience utilising time and organisation skills
* Excellent communication skills - written, verbal, and by phone/email
* Strong written and spoken English
* Able to perform well under pressure
* Excellent attention to detail
* Someone looking for a dynamic and exciting role where no two days are the same!
What we will give you
* 22 day holiday plus 8 days bank holiday total 30 days year 1, after 1 year service increase to 25 days plus 8 days bank holidays, after 5 years service increase to 28 days plus 8 bank holidays
* Excellent benefits with achievable bonus'/rewards - Realistic OTE of £28000 in the first year.
* Great exposure and responsibility early on
* A supportive and fun team
* Pension
* Free parking
Reports to: Branch Manager
Hours of work: 40 per week, 08:00 to 17:00 Monday to Friday.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
* Private medical insurance
Education:
* A-Level or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
* Recruiting: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Recruitment Consultant to join our Exeter Office.
About Us
Backline Logistics is a specialist recruitment contractor, transport operator and training provider, with over 30 years of expertise serving the Transport & Logistics sector. We have over 10 branches located across the South of England with the Exeter branch itself well established with both a loyal client and candidate base.
The Position
As a Recruitment Consultant, you will be responsible for branch recruitment, allocating of temporary and/or permanent placements to the appropriate candidates and managing/creating your own sales pipeline.
You will be required to:
* Conduct interviews with candidates applying for temporary and/or permanent roles as appropriate.
* Ensure copies of all relevant documentation are taken at point of interview.
* Field incoming calls from temporary staff, clients and other Backline employees, taking the required action or escalating to the appropriate level of authority.
* Allocate placements to the appropriate candidate(s) and liaise with the relevant client in a timely manner to maximise the success rate for fulfilled bookings.
* Complete daily operations reports.
* Maintain daily ring-round contact with clients.
* Execute our sales activity pipeline (flyer, mail, telesale, follow up).
* Arrange and attend regular sales meetings.
* Conduct any other task(s) as reasonably requested by the Regional Manager or Director.
N.b. This list is not exhaustive.
About you
Alongside your positive attitude – you will have the drive to succeed, the hunger to deliver and a desire to go that extra mile providing excellence in customer service.
* Previous Admin/Recruitment experience would be an advantage.
* Driving license is not essential but preferred
* Computer literate (Microsoft office)
* Experience utilising time and organisation skills
* Excellent communication skills - written, verbal, and by phone/email
* Strong written and spoken English
* Able to perform well under pressure
* Excellent attention to detail
* Someone looking for a dynamic and exciting role where no two days are the same!
What we will give you
* 22 day holiday plus 8 days bank holiday total 30 days year 1, after 1 year service increase to 25 days plus 8 days bank holidays, after 5 years service increase to 28 days plus 8 bank holidays
* Excellent benefits with achievable bonus'/rewards - Realistic OTE of £28000 in the first year.
* Great exposure and responsibility early on
* A supportive and fun team
* Pension
* Free parking
Reports to: Branch Manager
Hours of work: 40 per week, 08:00 to 17:00 Monday to Friday.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
* Private medical insurance
Education:
* A-Level or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
* Recruiting: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person