Recruitment Agency Northampton

Recruitment Agency Northampton

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102A Abington Street, Northampton, NN1 2BP

01604 232227

Quest Employment - Northampton Branch.

With its roots dating back to the birth of Quest Employment in 1993, the Northampton branch has been pivotal to Quest’s overall evolution and has been supporting employers near Sixfields, Brackmills, and Moulton Park - three of the town’s biggest employment hubs. Whilst having undergone evolutions itself over recent years, the branch now sees its strongest team to date combining exceptional customer service, pinpoint organisation, and positive relationships.

"The branch now sees its strongest team to date, combining exceptional customer service, pinpoint organisation and dynamic positive relationships."

Occupying Abington Street since the very beginning, Quest’s Northampton branch sits at the very heart of the community. It goes without saying that the branch treats its clients and candidates as an extension of the Quest family. The branch is also easy to reach by bus routes along Abington Street, and is just a short walk from Northampton train station

We offer an extensive range of day shift, afternoon shift, and night shift opportunities, along with full-time and part-time jobs available across the Northampton area - covering NN1 (town centre), Kingsthorpe (NN2), Abington and Weston Favell (NN3), Wootton and East Hunsbury (NN4), Duston and St. James (NN5) - and further across Northamptonshire.

What We Cover in Northampton

We recruit across a wide range of sectors in the Northampton area, including:

Our Location

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 find food production jobs through your Northampton branch?

Absolutely. We work with several food production companies across Northamptonshire, offering both day and night shift roles.

What documents do I need to register with Quest Employment Northampton?

You'll need proof of ID (passport or driving licence), proof of address, and right-to-work documents if applicable. Bringing bank details helps us get you set up for pay quickly.

Do you provide seasonal or temporary staff for local businesses?

Yes, we support Northampton employers with seasonal staff, particularly around Christmas, Easter, and for summer events. This includes warehouse operatives, catering assistants, and retail temps.

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Commercial recruitment consultant - Northampton
Northampton
28000-35000
​Job Title: Experienced Commercial Recruitment Consultant Location: Northampton Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Bonus: Very competitive, uncapped bonus structure Job Type: Full-time, Permanent About Quest Employment Quest Employment is a well-established and highly respected recruitment agency with a strong national presence. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality recruitment solutions across multiple sectors, building long-term partnerships with our clients, and offering excellent career development opportunities for our employees. The Role We are seeking an experienced and driven Commercial Recruitment Consultant to join our successful team. This role is ideal for a proven recruiter with a strong sales mindset who thrives in a fast-paced, target-driven environment and has a passion for building relationships and delivering results. You will be responsible for managing the full recruitment lifecycle, developing new business opportunities, and nurturing existing client relationships while consistently delivering high-quality commercial candidates. Key Responsibilities Recruitment & Delivery Manage the full 360° recruitment process from business development through to candidate placement Source, screen, interview, and assess candidates for a range of commercial roles Write and advertise job vacancies across multiple platforms Maintain a strong candidate pipeline and ensure excellent candidate care throughout the process Conduct reference checks and ensure compliance with recruitment legislation and company policies Sales & Business Development Proactively identify and develop new business opportunities within the commercial sector Build and maintain strong, long-lasting client relationships Conduct client meetings to understand hiring needs and provide tailored recruitment solutions Negotiate terms of business, fees, and offers Achieve and exceed individual and team sales targets Account Management Manage and grow existing client accounts through excellent service delivery Act as a trusted recruitment partner, offering market insight and advice Ensure high levels of client satisfaction and repeat business Administration & Compliance Maintain accurate records on the CRM system Ensure all recruitment activity is compliant with employment legislation and internal processes Provide regular updates and reports to management Key Requirements Proven experience working as a Recruitment Consultant (commercial sector experience preferred) Demonstrable sales experience with a strong track record of meeting or exceeding targets Excellent communication and negotiation skills Strong relationship-building and account management abilities Highly organised with strong time-management skills Resilient, self-motivated, and results-driven Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment Full UK driving licence preferred What We Offer Competitive salary of £28,000 – £35,000 (DOE) Very competitive, uncapped bonus structure Clear career progression and development opportunities Supportive and collaborative team environment Ongoing training and professional development Opportunity to work with a well-established and reputable recruitment brand
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Experienced 360 Recruitment Consultant - Northampton
Northampton
26000-28000
​Hours: Monday – Friday 8am – 4.30pm Salary: £28K-£30K (dependant on experience) plus competitive bonus structure - OTE upto £50K Benefits: 20 Holidays + Bank Holidays, attractive pension scheme, Perkbox membership, company car Location: Northampton, UK (travel required) Reporting to: Branch manager 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 role in Northampton for a Recruitment Consultant at Quest Employment. Northampton is a well established and busy office, you'll be placed onto a hot desk with immediate roles to fill and clients to look after. 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. Responsibilities New business development via sales calls, emails & face to face meetings Management of large 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 a busy 360 recruitment role is a must Experience in business to business sales Strong Communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills Interviewing skills Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment but also self manage A positive & 'can do' attitude We are looking to hire as soon as possible Employment is subject to reference.
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