Specialists in Recruitment to Recruitment Services

Leeds Office 0113 2460062

JOB SPEC
Job Reference:BD2789
Position Type:Full Time
Sector:Digital/Marketing
Location:Chelmsford
SalaryBasic to £45k DOE plus commission scheme
Contact:Barrie Dewhirst
Phone:0113 2460062 or 07487508210
E-mail:[email protected]

 

 Chelmsford, Essex | Hybrid Working | Remuneration DOE on Previous Billings


ABOUT US

We're a well-established and rapidly expanding specialist recruitment agency headquartered in Chelmsford. Our focus is the marketing and digital sector — partnering with digital marketing agencies, creative agencies, and in-house marketing teams across the UK to place exceptional talent at every level.

We operate as true specialists, building deep relationships with clients and candidates across the digital marketing community. As we grow, we're investing in the people who will shape where this business goes next — and that means we're looking for ambitious consultants who want to do more than just hit a target.


THE ROLE

As a Marketing & Digital Recruitment Consultant, you'll take ownership of a dedicated desk focused on the UK's dynamic agency marketplace. You'll develop relationships with digital marketing agencies of all shapes and sizes — from independent boutiques to large network agencies — connecting them with the marketing and digital talent they need to grow.

Whether you're joining with an established desk or ready to build one from scratch, you'll have the backing of an experienced leadership team, a strong brand, and a toolkit unlike anything you've worked with before.

This is a 360° or 180° consultancy role — tailored to your experience and ambitions — covering permanent and contract placements across the UK.


THE TALENT YOU'LL PLACE

You'll be targeting and placing professionals across a broad range of marketing and digital disciplines, including:

Performance & Paid Media

  • PPC Managers & Paid Media Specialists
  • Programmatic Managers
  • Paid Social Managers (Meta, TikTok, LinkedIn)
  • Biddable Media Directors

SEO & Content

  • SEO Managers & Directors
  • Technical SEO Specialists
  • Content Strategists & Content Managers
  • Digital PR Managers

CRM, Data & Analytics

  • CRM Managers & Marketing Automation Specialists
  • Data Analysts & Marketing Analysts
  • Email Marketing Managers

Social Media & Creative

  • Social Media Managers & Strategists
  • Creative Directors & Art Directors
  • Copywriters & Brand Strategists

Agency Leadership

  • Account Managers & Account Directors
  • Head of Digital, Marketing Directors & CMOs
  • Growth & Strategy Consultants

WHAT YOU'LL DO

  • Develop and manage relationships with digital marketing agencies across the UK
  • Source, engage and qualify candidates using the latest AI-powered tools
  • Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from brief to placement
  • Build a pipeline of active and passive marketing and digital talent
  • Identify new business opportunities and grow your billing desk
  • Conduct market mapping across agency sectors and disciplines
  • Negotiate offers and manage stakeholders throughout the process
  • Contribute to the culture and growth of the wider team

AI & AUTOMATION TOOLKIT

You'll be given access to the latest AI-powered recruitment and automation platforms — from intelligent candidate sourcing and engagement workflows to data-driven market insight. We remove the friction so our consultants can focus on what matters: relationships and results.


ABOUT YOU

We're open to consultants at various stages of their career — from proven billers looking for a better platform, to ambitious mid-level consultants ready to step up. What matters most is your drive, commercial instinct, and a genuine interest in the marketing and digital sector.

  • Experience in marketing, digital or creative recruitment (agency-side preferred)
  • Proven track record of billing and building client relationships
  • Strong communication and candidate engagement skills
  • Commercially minded with a hunter mentality
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
  • Knowledge of the UK digital agency landscape is a strong advantage
  • Leadership ambitions welcomed — we actively promote from within

WHAT WE OFFER

 

  • Generous base salary and commission package, structured around your previous billings — uncapped earnings potential
  • Hybrid working — flexible split between our Chelmsford office and home
  • Clear and fast progression path — we are expanding and actively developing our next generation of leaders
  • Access to cutting-edge AI sourcing, automation, and candidate engagement tools
  • A dedicated desk within a thriving and growing specialist sector
  • A genuine specialist environment — not a generalist, high-volume model

How to Apply

If you are ready for the next stage of your recruitment career, contact Barrie Dewhirst in the strictest confidence on 07487 508210 or email [email protected]

Equal Opportunities Employer: We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Confidential applications are welcome. All enquiries treated in strict confidence.