Education Recruitment Director

4 weeks ago


Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom RecSeekers - Rec2Rec Full time

Director – New Education Recruitment Branch | Build, Lead & Own Your Success

Location: Flexible (UK-based, with hybrid working options)

Salary: £60,000 - £80,000 + equity + uncapped commission (OTE £150,000+)

Start Date: Negotiable

An established and highly successful education recruitment firm is expanding and looking for a director to launch and build a new branch. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced recruitment leader to take full ownership of a new location, handpick their team, and shape the future of the business, with the added benefit of earning equity in the company.

With full backing from an established brand, high-level operational support, and a market-leading commission structure, this is the ideal role for a driven professional ready to build something exceptional and be rewarded as a business owner.

What's on offer

  • Base salary of £60,000 - £80,000, negotiable depending on experience
  • Uncapped commission with realistic OTE of £150,000+
  • Equity stake in the business, giving you a direct share in long-term success
  • Full autonomy to launch and scale a new branch, with backing from a well-established recruitment firm
  • The opportunity to handpick and build your own team from the ground up
  • Hybrid working model, providing flexibility alongside a high-performance culture
  • Strategic input at board level, helping shape the business direction and long-term growth plans
  • Full operational and compliance support, ensuring you can focus on growth and revenue generation
  • Company-wide incentives, including international trips, leadership retreats, and high-performance rewards

The role

  • Launch, develop, and lead a new education recruitment branch, establishing a strong presence in your chosen region
  • Build and manage a high-performing team, setting the culture and direction from day one
  • Drive business development, securing long-term partnerships with schools and education providers
  • Take full P&L responsibility, managing growth, profitability, and operational success
  • Implement strategic recruitment and sales initiatives, leveraging the brand's existing success while innovating for future growth
  • Scale the business efficiently, ensuring high standards in recruitment, compliance, and candidate placement

Who we're looking for

  • Experienced recruitment directors or senior managers with a strong track record in education recruitment
  • Entrepreneurial leaders who want to build and own a business with equity incentives
  • High-level business developers, confident in winning new clients and establishing strong regional partnerships
  • Strategic thinkers who understand how to scale a profitable branch while maintaining a high-performance culture
  • Leaders who can attract and retain top recruitment talent, creating a motivated and driven team

This is a career-defining opportunity to launch, lead, and own a recruitment business while being backed by an established brand.

RecSeekers values your career. We take a tailored, consultative approach and leave no stone unturned when it comes to your success. Apply now for a confidential discussion.



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