Recruitment Agency Leicester

Recruitment Agency Leicester

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13-15 Belvoir Street, Leicester, LE1 6SL

0116 275 7733

Quest Employment - Leicester Branch.

The continued success of our Leicester recruitment branch comes from the team’s drive and determination to offer the best experience possible to its customers and candidates alike. As one of the leading recruitment agencies in the region, we help people find a wide range of jobs in Leicester, from warehouse and production roles to office and admin jobs. Since opening its doors in 2001, the branch has gone from strength to strength, supplying staff into some of the largest and most well-known companies in Leicestershire, and earning a reputation as the “go-to” agency in the city.

"A reputation as the 'go-to' agency in the city."

To maintain this reputation, the team works closely with our clients and workforce to build long-standing relationships and solid working partnerships. Within the office, they foster a highly motivated team spirit through a work hard, play hard ethos - with plenty of laughs along the way to keep spirits high.

We offer a range of day-shift and night-shift opportunities, as well as full-time and part-time industrial jobs in Leicester City Centre, Magna Park, and Lutterworth - covering postcodes LE1, LE2, LE3, LE4, LE5, and more. Whether you’re looking for full-time or flexible part-time jobs in Leicester, our consultants are here to match you with the right role. The branch is also easily reached from Leicester train station and has direct bus routes from Oadby, Wigston, and Hamilton should you want to visit the premises.

What We Cover in Leicester

We recruit across a wide variety of roles throughout Leicester and the surrounding area, including:

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Opening Times

Monday: 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday: 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday: 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday: 8am - 4:30pm
Friday: 8am - 4:30pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

FAQs

Can I register for food production jobs through your Leicester branch?

Absolutely. We work with food manufacturers across Leicestershire offering both day and night shift job opportunities.

How quickly can I start work after registering?

Many of our warehouse and industrial jobs in Leicester start within 24-48 hours of completing registration and right-to-work checks.

Do you support Leicester businesses with seasonal staff?

Yes, we regularly provide temporary and seasonal staff across retail, warehouse, and food production in Leicester, particularly around Christmas and summer peak times.

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On-Site Coordinator
Leicester
£13.50 per hour
​ Job Title: Onsite Site Coordinator Start Date: Asap Location: Leicester Hours: Monday to Friday, 06:00-15:00 / Flexibility required Employment Type: Temp-Perm role Industry: Recruitment / Warehousing Salary:£13.50 Car: A drivers license and own car is essential for this role Role Summary: We are looking for a proactive and people-focused Onsite Site Coordinator to support warehouse operations at our client site in Leicester. This role is perfect for someone with strong leadership, operational, and relationship management skills. This is a temporary to permanent role. A permanent contract will be offered to the right candidate once a successful 12 week period has passed Key Responsibilities: Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with warehouse management teams to ensure staffing needs are met efficiently and professionally. Check-in Coordination: Greet and check in temporary workers at shift start; ensure full staffing and timely replacements if needed Recruitment & Onboarding: Manage the inductions and deployment of temporary warehouse staff.. Performance & Compliance: Monitor attendance, productivity, and conduct of workers; support performance reviews. Reporting: Maintain accurate records, provide daily and weekly KPI reports, and deliver operational updates to both the branch and client. Problem-Solving: Handle operational challenges with flexibility and a solution-driven mindset. Key Requirements: Strong people management and communication skills. Computer literacy – confident with Microsoft Office (especially Excel) Flexibility to adapt to operational needs and occasional extended hours.
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Multi-Skilled Shift Engineer - Leicester
Leicester
44000
​Multi Skilled Shift Engineer Location: Leicester Salary: £44,000 per annum Shifts: Two days followed by two nights (6am to 6pm), then four days off This role sits within a modern, fast-paced manufacturing environment where safety, quality and teamwork are central to how the site operates. As a Multi Skilled Shift Engineer you will play a key role in keeping production running safely and efficiently by responding to breakdowns, supporting planned maintenance, and helping to drive continuous improvement across the plant. Key Responsibilities: • Work to the planned preventative maintenance schedule, ensuring all paperwork and compliance is completed accurately • Complete statutory inspections on time and log any remedial works • Support improvements on site and contribute toward a continuous improvement culture • Respond to breakdowns promptly and complete repairs, including root cause analysis and corrective actions • Maintain high standards of housekeeping in a 5S environment • Liaise with external specialists when required • Follow company health and safety processes and raise any concerns promptly • Work closely with the Engineering Supervisor and Production Shift Managers • Be part of an engineering team who deliver a high level of service to operations • Communicate confidently and show initiative when taking the lead
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Onsite Contract Account Manager - Leicester
Leicester
13
​ We are looking for a proactive and people-focused Onsite Site Coordinator to support warehouse operations at our client site in Leicester. This role is perfect for someone with strong leadership, operational, and relationship management skills. Key Responsibilities: Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with warehouse management teams to ensure staffing needs are met efficiently and professionally. Check-in Coordination: Greet and check in temporary workers at shift start; ensure full staffing and timely replacements if needed Recruitment & Onboarding: Manage the inductions and deployment of temporary warehouse staff.. Performance & Compliance: Monitor attendance, productivity, and conduct of workers; support performance reviews. Reporting: Maintain accurate records, provide daily and weekly KPI reports, and deliver operational updates to both the branch and client. Problem-Solving: Handle operational challenges with flexibility and a solution-driven mindset. Key Requirements: Strong people management and communication skills. Computer literacy confident with Microsoft Office (especially Excel) Flexibility to adapt to operational needs and occasional extended hours. Desirable: Previous experience in onsite recruitment within warehousing/logistics. Understanding of employment legislation for temporary staffing.
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Senior Recruitment Consultant - Leicester
Leicester
26000-30000
Senior Recruitment Consultant – Leicester Quest Employment is on the lookout for a dynamic Senior Recruitment Consultant join our thriving Leicester team..! Reporting directly to our Branch Manager, you’ll step into a vibrant role with a warm desk, collaborating with existing clients and candidates while cultivating your own client base - this is a heavy sales based role. Key Details: Basic Salary; £26,000 - £30,000 plus a very competitive bonus Working hours; Monday – Friday 8.00am – 4.30pm What’s in it for You: Competitive salary Uncapped commission structure Pension Birthday day off Club Quest benefits Yearly company events Option to buy 5 extra days annual leave per annum Staff recognition program including annual awards, competitions, and incentives On-going training and development Reduced Christmas hours Extra holiday length of service Childcare vouchers Your Role as an Industrial Recruitment Consultant Involves: As a Recruitment Consultant, you’ll have the freedom to do things differently, supported by colleagues with a wealth of experience empowering you to learn and grow. No day is the same..! Sell recruitment business solutions over the telephone and face to face - for the first 6 months, this will be 70% of your day to day to try and grow your client base Gathering competitor information through resources Identify and manage own portfolio of prospect target accounts Cultivating strong client and candidate relationships Meeting and exceeding targets Recruiting, screening and selecting high quality applicants Matching the best candidates to the best jobs Updating all internal systems What You Need to Succeed: Must have a proven track record in Industrial sales for the Leicester area Proven track record in sales Proven account management skills Driving Licence and own vehicle is essential. We are one of the Midlands leading employment agencies, covering the Industrial, Commercial and Technical sectors. We have been trading since 1993. Significantly grown year after year and have 11 profit centres located throughout the Midlands, East Anglia, and Home Counties.
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Recruitment Consultant - Leicester
Leicester
25000-28000
​Company Description Quest Employment is a leading recruitment specialist within the Midlands, offering temporary and permanent staffing solutions across various sectors. With an emphasis on 'People are our Priority', Quest aims to match the right candidate to the right role for every client. The company has over 30 years of successful services and strong relationships with local and global brands, serving industries like Office Support, Accounting, Manufacturing, and more. ​ Role Description This is a full-time on-site role in Leicester for a Recruitment Consultant at Quest Employment. The role involves tasks such as new business development activity, attending client meetings, consulting with clients and candidates, conducting interviews, effective communication with stakeholders, and proficient recruiting activities. This role is for further expansion of one of Quest's most successful branches. The successful candidate will be walking in to branch based commission currently at an annual average of £8,000 in addition to basic salary (before the successful applicant brings on any new business)! Responsibilities New business development via sales calls, emails & face to face meetings Management of existing client accounts Advertise active roles through all available means Actively source and qualify candidates Manage the client's needs and expectations Regularly attend client sites to gauge & improve service levels Maintaining strong relationships with workers, clients & colleagues Maintain high levels of compliance ​ Perks Clear, uncapped & generous commission structure, based on branch profits rather than individual desks (expected £6,000-£10,000 individual commission p/annum - totally uncapped, plus individual sales related bonuses) Extra holiday (you get your birthday off, an extra day off for attending our AGM & an extra day holiday for each year you work for Quest) Annual pay increases (increase on your basic salary based on % of basic + % of commission earned... so the more you earn in commission, the more your basic increases the following year) Free parking Monthly free team lunches Professional qualifications paid for by the business (NVQ's, REC etc.) & time given to study Internal & external training courses provided each year for every member of staff Career development programs & internal progression paths Quest Perks (or Querks) including; access to a 24/7 GP for you & your household, discounts on supermarkets & fuel, cashback & discounts on over 4,000 online retailers, free mental health counsellor, free physio therapy, discounted gym membership, money off cinema tickets & meals out... and much more 2+ fully paid company events per year (including a 1+ ticket for the Christmas party & overnight stay in a 5* hotel) Charity fundraising activities through optional team building activities ​ Requirements for applicants Experience in business to business sales Strong Communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills Interviewing skills Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment A positive & 'can do' attitude Experience in the recruitment industry is a plus We are looking to hire as soon as possible, however are happy to wait for the right person as this role is for expansion of the branch rather than replacement of an individual. Employment is subject to reference.
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Senior Recruitment Consultant - Leicester
Leicester
£26,000 - £30,000 basic, plus bonus
Quest Employment is on the lookout for a dynamic Senior Recruitment Consultant join our thriving Leicester team..! Reporting directly to our Branch Manager, you’ll step into a vibrant role with a warm desk, collaborating with existing clients and candidates while cultivating your own client base. Key Details; Basic Salary; £26,000 - £30,000 plus bonus Working hours; Monday – Friday 8.00am – 4.30pm What’s in it for You; Competitive salary Uncapped commission structure Pension Birthday day off Club Quest benefits Yearly company events Option to buy 5 extra days annual leave per annum Staff recognition program including annual awards, competitions, and incentives On-going training and development Reduced Christmas hours Extra holiday length of service Childcare vouchers Your Role as an Industrial Recruitment Consultant Involves; As a Recruitment Consultant, you’ll have the freedom to do things differently, supported by colleagues with a wealth of experience empowering you to learn and grow. No day is the same..! Sell recruitment business solutions over the telephone and face to face Gathering competitor information through resources Identify and manage own portfolio of prospect target accounts Cultivating strong client and candidate relationships Meeting and exceeding targets Recruiting, screening and selecting high quality applicants Matching the best candidates to the best jobs Updating all internal systems What You Need to Succeed; Must have a proven track record in Industrial sales for the Leicester area Proven track record in sales Proven account management skills Driving Licence is essential. We are one of the Midlands leading employment agencies, covering the Industrial, Commercial and Technical sectors. We have been trading since 1993. Significantly grown year after year and have 11 profit centres located throughout the Midlands, East Anglia, and Home Counties.
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