Recruitment Branch Manager

Branch Manager Leicester Quest Employment Are you an experienced recruitment leader ready to take full ownership of a thriving branch and drive it to the next level? We are seeking a commercially astute and results-driven Branch Manager to lead our Leicester city centre operation. This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious individual to step into a well-established, high-performing team and make an immediate impact through strong sales leadership and strategic business development.

This role requires someone who can truly hit the ground running developing new business, strengthening existing client partnerships, and inspiring the team to exceed performance expectations. The Opportunity As Branch Manager, you will take full responsibility for the performance, growth, and profitability of the Leicester branch. You will lead from the front in business development, setting the standard in client engagement, candidate management, and operational excellence.

This is a hands-on leadership role requiring both strategic oversight and personal billing capability.

Key Responsibilities Drive new business generation across Leicester and the surrounding area Develop and execute a clear sales strategy aligned with company objectives Build, maintain, and grow strong relationships with clients and candidates Ensure fulfilment targets are consistently achieved across key accounts Lead, mentor, and develop junior team members to maximise performance Monitor branch KPIs, analyse sales data, and implement performance improvements Prepare sales forecasts, set branch objectives, and report progress to the Senior Management Team - prepare and present a quarterly presentation at the managers meeting Attend networking events and actively represent the business within the local market Maintain accurate CRM records and ensure compliance with company standards Achieve and exceed monthly and quarterly revenue targets

What We Are Looking For Minimum 2 years experience as a Recruitment Branch Manager or Senior Consultant within the Leicester market Demonstratable success in business development and revenue growth Strong background supplying into sectors such as Warehouse, Food Production, and Logistics Proven ability to exceed sales targets and drive branch profitability Excellent communication, leadership, and negotiation skills Commercially focused with high levels of drive and ambition Full UK driving licence

Whats in It for You?

Competitive basic salary up to £40,000 (dep on experience) Uncapped bonus structure - OTE £10-20K Company car Bank holidays, 20 days annual leave plus birthday day off Option to purchase up to 5 additional days annual leave Club Quest benefits package Annual company events including managers retreat and AGM Ongoing training and professional development About Us Established in 1993, Quest Employment is one of the Midlands leading independent recruitment agencies, specialising in the Industrial, Commercial, and technical sectors.

We have grown consistently year on year and now operate from nine profit centres across the Midlands, East Anglia, and the Home Counties, alongside 25 national on-site account locations. Our success is built on long-term relationships, operational excellence, and a strong performance culture. If you are a driven recruitment professional ready to take ownership of a growing branch and play a pivotal role in its continued success, we would welcome your application Working hours 8am-4.30pm Monday to Friday