Recruitment Consultant - Industrial Division

  • Job Reference: APEX/WAT
  • Date Posted: 28 August 2026
  • Recruiter: Apex Resources
  • Website: https://www.apexltd.co.uk/
  • Location: Watford, Hertfordshire
  • Salary: £30,000 to £40,000
  • Bonus/Benefits: Uncapped 25% Commission + Excellent Benefits
  • Sector: Driving & Industrial, Manufacturing & FMCG, Transportation, Distribution & Logistics
  • Job Type: Permanent

Job Description

Apex Resources is the UK’s No.1 Construction and Industrial supplier, specialising in placing temporary, contract and permanent workers. From helping subcontractors meet their labour requirements to supplying qualified tradespeople and labour to the nation’s leading main contractors, we have contributed to some of the UK’s most recognisable construction projects.

Since beginning trading in 2004, we have continued to innovate our processes, develop our people, grow our customer base and establish offices across the UK.

We are now looking for an experienced Recruitment Consultant to join our established Watford office and help expand our Industrial and Logistics Division across the UK.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious recruiter who enjoys developing new business, building lasting client relationships and managing the complete recruitment lifecycle with genuine autonomy.

The Role

As a Recruitment Consultant, you will be responsible for:

  • Developing and winning new business across the UK industrial and logistics markets.
  • Building and maintaining long-term relationships with clients and candidates.
  • Managing the complete 360 recruitment process, from business development through to placement.
  • Recruiting temporary, contract and permanent personnel.
  • Sourcing, interviewing and placing high-quality candidates.
  • Growing and developing your own client portfolio without regional restrictions.
  • Delivering excellent customer service while achieving and exceeding revenue targets.

You will have the freedom to build your own desk within a non-KPI-led, entrepreneurial environment, supported by an established nationwide recruitment business.

About You

To be considered for this position, you will need:

  • Proven 360 recruitment experience.
  • A successful track record of winning new business and developing client relationships.
  • Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
  • A driven, self-motivated and commercially focused approach.
  • The ability to manage your desk independently.
  • The ambition to develop your career with a business that recognises and rewards success.

Applications are welcomed from recruiters experienced in one or more of the following sectors:

  • Industrial
  • Logistics and transport
  • Driving
  • Warehousing and distribution
  • Production and manufacturing
  • Maintenance
  • Facilities Management
  • Hospitality and catering
  • Construction Trades and Labour

What’s on Offer?

  • Basic salary of £30,000–£40,000, depending on experience and billing history.
  • Uncapped commission of up to 25%.
  • Financial guarantees available for proven billers.
  • £5,000 annual forecast bonus.
  • Multiple monthly cash incentives.
  • Company-wide incentives and rewards.
  • Regular overseas incentive trips.
  • A non-KPI-led working environment.
  • Freedom to develop business across the UK without regional restrictions.
  • Genuine career progression opportunities.
  • The autonomy and support required to build a successful recruitment desk.

Why Apex Resources?

At Apex Resources, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We invest in our consultants, reward success and provide the autonomy, infrastructure and support needed to build a thriving recruitment career.

Having grown to nine offices across the UK, we can offer excellent opportunities to recruiters looking for progression, increased earning potential and the freedom to develop their own market.

If you are an experienced Industrial, Logistics, Driving or Trades and Labour Recruitment Consultant looking for your next challenge, we would welcome a confidential conversation.

Rec2 Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.