Recruitment Consultant - Business Development FocusLocation: Southampton Contract: Full-time, permanentAbout the RoleWe are looking for a driven, commercially minded Recruitment Consultant to join our growing team. This is a sales-led role with a heavy focus on business development, client acquisition, and building long-term relationships with employers who need reliable recruitment support.You will be responsible for developing your own client base, identifying new opportunities, winning vacancies, and delivering high-quality recruitment solutions. The ideal candidate will be confident making outbound calls, comfortable meeting decision-makers, and motivated by targets, commission, and career progression.Key ResponsibilitiesProactively generate new business through cold calling, sales calls, networking, referrals, and market mapping.Identify and approach prospective clients, including hiring managers, business owners, HR teams, and senior decision-makers.Book and attend client meetings to understand recruitment needs, promote services, and secure new vacancies.Build, manage, and grow a pipeline of active and prospective clients.Negotiate terms of business, fees, rates, and service agreements in line with commercial objectives.Develop strong knowledge of your market, competitors, salary trends, and hiring challenges.Write and advertise vacancies across relevant platforms to attract suitable candidates.Source, screen, interview, and shortlist candidates for client vacancies.Ma