Senior Recruitment Consultant – Finance and Accounting

As a Senior Recruitment Consultant – Finance and Accounting at Talent, your primary responsibilities will include developing new business across PSA accounts, leveraging your existing relationships, and enhancing client engagements in the Finance vertical. You'll carry out full 360 recruitment processes, from lead generation to building strong, trusted advisor relationships with clients. This dynamic role will require you to develop both contract and permanent recruitment strategies tailored to the finance domain.

To succeed as a Senior Recruitment Consultant – Finance and Accounting at Talent, you need extensive experience in finance recruitment, particularly in both contract and permanent positions. Agency experience, preferably within Auckland, and a well-established network are crucial. The role also requires a team-oriented approach, consistent billing achievements, and the ability to foster trustworthy relationships with business partners.

At Talent, you’ll enjoy a highly collaborative and motivating team environment. The Auckland office boasts remarkable engagement scores, reflecting a supportive culture where teamwork and unity are paramount. You will be surrounded by friendly colleagues who value contribution and collaboration, making it a delightful space to thrive in your role as a Senior Recruitment Consultant – Finance and Accounting.

As a Senior Recruitment Consultant – Finance and Accounting, you’ll benefit from uncapped commissions paid monthly, alongside quarterly accelerators without any deficit carryover. You'll earn commissions from your very first sale, complemented by benefits like extra annual leave ('Talent Time Out'), a monthly phone bill allowance, and a health and wellbeing voucher — all designed to enhance your work-life balance and job satisfaction.

Talent is committed to your professional growth. In the role of Senior Recruitment Consultant – Finance and Accounting, you'll have access to comprehensive training and development programs tailored to your needs. Whether you want to dive into learning anything new or prefer to take it at your own pace, our supportive structure will help you excel and reach your career goals.

Highlight your specific experience and success stories in finance recruitment. Discuss the types of roles you've filled, the industries you've worked with, and how you built lasting relationships with clients. Make sure to quantify your achievements where possible, such as consistent billing and successful placements.

Focus on your proactive approach to lead generation and research, and emphasize your ability to utilize your existing network while building new client relationships. Share specific strategies, such as leveraging social media, industry events, or targeted marketing campaigns to get potential leads.

Discuss the importance of regular communication and understanding clients' evolving needs. Explain how you establish trust and credibility, keeping clients informed with market insights and trends while ensuring you are a reliable partner they can turn to anytime.

Be prepared to share a specific challenge related to finance recruitment, such as candidate scarcity or changing regulations. Describe the steps you took to address these challenges, showcasing your problem-solving skills and resilience in adversity.

Emphasize the importance of collaboration and how you actively contribute to a unified team environment. Give examples of how you've worked with colleagues to achieve common goals, sharing knowledge, resources, and celebrating team wins.

Explain your comprehensive assessment process, including interviews, skills tests, and cultural fit evaluation. Mention tools or frameworks you use to ensure candidates align with both the technical competency and soft skills needed in finance.

Discuss your methods of staying current with industry news, trends, and changes. This may include subscribing to relevant publications, networking with professionals, attending industry conferences, or participating in online finance forums or groups.

Share a compelling story of a successful placement, detailing the role, the challenges faced, and how you navigated the process. Highlight the positive outcomes for both the client and candidate, demonstrating your ability as an effective consultant.

Detail the recruitment tools and technologies you are proficient in, such as applicant tracking systems (ATS), CRM software, and social media platforms. Discuss how these tools enhance your efficiency and candidate sourcing strategies.

Be honest about what drives your passion for recruitment. This could be the thrill of making placements, helping individuals find fulfilling roles in finance, or contributing to the success of businesses through identifying the right talent.