Recruitment Consultant

Birmingham – Accountancy and Finance, Practice

£26,437 – £37,670 + commission!

Your new company

Hays Birmingham Accountancy & Finance is home to one of our longest standing and most experienced recruitment teams of 14 consultants, based in our modern, city‑centre offices. Due to continued success and strong market demand, we are investing further in our Accountancy and Finance offering, working within a wider team of experienced consultants and leaders.

Hays are true experts in this space, making this an excellent opportunity to join a high‑performing, well‑established team with a strong reputation across the region. You’ll have the opportunity to shape and grow a thriving desk, progress your career, and earn a competitive package with uncapped commission. You’ll also be part of a welcoming, energetic and collaborative team that celebrates success and supports each other.

The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced consultant to join our Accountancy and Finance division in Birmingham, focusing on recruiting for Audit, trainee accountants and semi senior vacancies within practice.

You’ll be stepping into a well‑established, high‑value permanent desk, with the opportunity to grow an already successful and profitable business, nurturing long‑standing relationships and partnering with a wide range of professional services clients.

You’ll benefit from industry‑leading training, market‑leading tools and technology, and the support of a strong regional network, all designed to help you make a real impact and build a long‑term, successful career.

What can I expect day to day?

As a Recruitment Consultant, you’ll work within the Accountancy and Finance market, supported by colleagues and leaders with deep expertise in Finance and Senior Finance recruitment. Your role will include:

• Running a 360 desk, supporting both candidates and clients with their hiring needs
• Providing expert, specialist advice to candidates across Business Support roles
• Developing and implementing effective business developing strategies
• Managing the end‑to‑end recruitment process
• Leading by example through consistent fee performance, activity and attitude
• Building strong market intelligence and staying ahead of trends

At Hays, your earning potential is directly influenced by your performance. Your drive and dedication will be rewarded in a culture that celebrates success.

What you'll need to succeed

• Commercial, ambitious and innovative mindset
• Passion to succeed in a fast‑paced, inclusive environment
• People‑focused with a strong sales and service mentality
• Confidence in building strong relationships and networks
• Collaborative approach with a growth mindset
• An interest in the Professional Services and Business Support market

What you'll get in return

• A culture built on rewarding success, collaboration and high performance
• Industry‑leading technology and a renowned training programme to support rapid career progression
• Flexible hybrid working patterns
• Your birthday off!
• Opportunity to take your career globally
• Incentives and rewards recognising performance locally, regionally and nationally
• A broad range of wellbeing initiatives and benefits
• Referral bonus scheme
• Internal support networks and communities
• Paid volunteering days through our Working for Your Tomorrow initiative

Life at Hays offers growth, varied career paths, exciting challenges and a culture of inclusion that celebrates diversity. As a committed Disability Confident employer, if you’re thinking about a new tomorrow for your career — whatever your background — let’s create it together.