Recruitment Consultant

Russell Taylor Group are looking for an experienced Construction Recruitment Consultant to join our growing team, focusing on blue‑collar construction trades across Scotland.

This is a hands‑on, 360 recruitment role, suited to someone who understands the construction industry, is confident dealing with site managers and contractors, and knows how to build long‑term client relationships. You'll take ownership of your own desk, manage existing accounts, and develop new business while placing reliable trades and site staff into projects across the whole of Scotland.

• Running a full 360 recruitment desk within blue‑collar construction
• Recruiting trades and site staff (e.g. Joiners, Bricklayers, Ground workers, Labourers, Plant Ops, Supervisors)
• Building strong relationships with contractors, developers, and site managers
• Winning new business and developing existing client accounts
• Registering, vetting, and managing candidates
• Booking workers onto sites and managing day‑to‑day requirements
• Negotiating rates, terms, and contracts
• Ensuring compliance with right‑to‑work, CSCS, and industry regulations

• Proven experience as a Construction Recruitment Consultant (blue collar essential)
• Strong knowledge of the Scottish construction market
• Confident, resilient, and target‑driven
• Comfortable dealing with site teams and decision‑makers
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
• Ability to work at pace and manage multiple live vacancies
• Full UK driving licence preferred

• Competitive basic salary
• Uncapped commission structure
• Established client base and warm desk available
• Company car or car allowance (depending on experience)
• Clear progression to Principal / Team Leader / Management roles
• Supportive, straight‑talking recruitment environment

For more information, or to express interest in the role, apply today!

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