Recruitment Consultant - White Collar Construction

  • Rec2 Recruitment
  • Apr 21, 2026
Full time HR / Recruitment

Job Description

Recruitment Consultant - White Collar Construction.

Are you an experienced Recruitment Consultant ready to take full ownership of your desk and maximise your earnings?

We're partnering with a growing independent recruitment specialist delivering both white- and blue-collar talent to major construction projects across the UK. Due to continued growth, they're looking for a Recruitment Consultant (White Collar) to join their Reading office.

Why Join?
  • Own your desk - manage a permanent or dual desk with full autonomy
  • Strong market access - work with Tier 1 residential developers, PLC housebuilders, and leading main contractors
  • Warm start - inherit live roles and access to 1,000+ active client accounts
  • High earning potential - up to 35% commission with additional incentives
The Role
  • Manage and grow a white-collar construction desk
  • Recruit across Residential, Commercial, or M&E sectors
  • Place production and commercial professionals into permanent roles
  • Build and develop long-term client relationships
  • Source, interview and manage high-quality candidates
What's on Offer?
  • Basic salary: £30,000 - £45,000
  • 3-month financial guarantee
  • Uncapped commission structure (up to 35%)
  • Quarterly cash bonuses
  • Two international incentive trips per year
  • Ski holidays and additional rewards
About You
  • Proven experience in white-collar construction recruitment
  • Strong billing history and commercial mindset
  • Confident in managing clients and developing new business
  • Driven, ambitious, and motivated by high earnings
About the Company

Founded by experienced industry directors, the business has built a strong reputation supplying top-tier talent to some of the UK's most recognised construction companies.

They are known for their fast delivery, transparency, and proactive approach, supported by a well mapped and highly engaged candidate network.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're looking for a role where you can earn more, grow faster and truly own your success, apply now to take your recruitment career to the next level.

This vacancy is for a permanent, full-time role based in the UK. Applicants must have independent legal authorisation to live and work in the UK.

We are only able to respond to Candidates who have Recruitment Industry experience. If you have not heard from us within one week, please assume you have not been selected for an interview.

I don't advertise all the roles I am working on, so the best way to hear more about the opportunities I have at present is to speak with me or one of the team directly. See latest Recruitment jobs.