Principal Consultant

Principal Consultant – (Consumer Products sector)Spinningfields, Manchester£32,000p.A. £34,000p.A. + commission + benefits Company Overview:At The Advocate Group, we are a leading Talent Acquisition specialist in the Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector. Our mission is to connect top-tier talent with the best opportunities in the industry, driving success for both candidates and clients. With a reputation for excellence and a network of high-profile FMCG clients (some on a sole partnership basis), we are poised for significant growth and are looking for a Principal Consultant to join our team.Role Overview:We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Principal Consultant (from any sector within search and selection) to lead our business focusing on the consumer product sector. As a key player in our team, you will be responsible for driving business development, managing high-profile client relationships, and delivering exceptional recruitment solutions. Your expertise will shape the strategic direction of our FMCG practice, ensuring we continue to set industry standards.Key Responsibilities:Business Development: Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the FMCG sector, expanding our client base and increasing market share.Client Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, understanding their recruitment needs and providing tailored solutions.Team Leadership: Mentor and support junior consultants, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.Strategic Recruitment: Oversee the end-to-end recruitment process, from job specification to candidate placement, ensuring high-quality and timely results.Market Insight: Stay abreast of industry trends and market conditions to offer informed advice and guidance to clients and candidates.Brand Advocacy: Represent our consumer product organisations on the market as an extension of their business, enabling for you to find the right talent for their organisation with adequate representation. Requirements:Experience: At least 2 – 4 years within recruitment especially experience within a 360 perm recruitment role from business development to post placement care.Knowledge: Deep understanding of perm recruitment, with a proven track record of success in chosen market.Skills: Strong business development acumen, excellent client management abilities, and a knack for strategic thinking.What We Offer:Competitive Salary: Attractive base salary with no threshold commissionCareer Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career progression within a growing company, which is defined and completely transparent.Work Environment: A supportive and dynamic work culture with a focus on work-life balance, team building activities, themed fun days and bi-annual extravaganzas.Recognition: Regular performance reviews and recognition programmes to celebrate your achievements.