Technical Recruitment Consultant (F1 & Motorsport)

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Technical Recruiter (F1 & Motorsport)

XQ Technical

Farnborough, Hampshire

We have an exciting opportunity for a Technical Recruitment Consultant to join our Formula 1 and Motorsport division. XQ is a Technical Recruitment Consultancy with a passion for high performance engineering. We work across cutting-edge sectors of engineering innovation. These include high technology divisions of Automotive, Advanced Engineering, Electric Vehicles, Motorsport and Formula 1.

As a Technical Recruiter, you will be responsible for managing the full recruitment cycle from sourcing and interviewing to placing candidates in technical roles. You will work with a range of clients in various sub-industries, so adaptability and a passion for building strong relationships is essential.

We believe in developing our team to reach their potential quicker, allowing everyone a noticeable impact on the company’s culture, success and vision.

The role

• Conducting candidate interviews to assess their technical abilities, experience, and cultural fit.
• Identifying, sourcing, and engaging with top technical talent across various platforms and networks.
• Managing relationships with existing clients and developing new business opportunities through networking and referrals.
• Building and maintaining a database of qualified candidates and proactively sourcing new candidates.
• Providing guidance and support to both clients and candidates throughout the recruitment process.
• Negotiating job offers and compensation packages on behalf of clients and candidates.
• Keeping up to date with industry trends and market insights to stay ahead of the competition.

Candidate Profile

• Experience in technical recruitment, preferably in a fast-paced agency environment
• Experience working in a recruitment agency environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and trust with clients and candidates.
• Experience with technical recruitment tools and platforms, such as LinkedIn Recruiter and ATS systems.
• An understanding of the technical job market and trends, as well as the ability to learn quickly about new industries.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• A passion for delivering excellent service to clients and candidates.