Head of Education Recruitment (Future Director Potential)

Company: Ping-HR – Rec2Rec & Sales Recruitment
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Location: Chigwell
Job Description:

Job Title: Head of Education Recruitment (Future Director Potential)

Location: Hainault

Salary: Up to £60k basic + Commission + Future Share Options

About the business

My client is a forward-thinking recruitment business with bold ambitions to expand their footprint in the Education sector. With a strong foundation across the healthcare industries, they are now looking for a passionate and entrepreneurial individual to lead, build, and grow the education division. This is a rare opportunity to work closely with the CEO to shape strategy, drive business development, and create long-term impact—with future share options on the table for the right person.

The Role

As Head of Education Recruitment, you’ll take ownership of developing our education vertical from the ground up. You’ll be instrumental in crafting and executing the go-to-market strategy, building relationships with schools, trusts, and education institutions, and hiring and leading a high-performing team as the division scales.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute a strategic growth plan for the education division
  • Build and nurture long-term partnerships with education providers across the UK
  • Act as a trusted advisor to clients and candidates, ensuring exceptional service
  • Work closely with the CEO to align the division’s growth with overall business goals
  • Lead from the front in business development and client acquisition
  • Recruit, train, and lead a high-performing team as the division expands
  • Track performance, KPIs, and market insights to adapt and evolve strategy
  • Identify and develop new revenue streams within the education space

About You

  • Proven experience in education recruitment
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with the drive to build something from scratch
  • Confident communicator and relationship-builder with a natural flair for business development
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, agile environment
  • Ambitious, with leadership aspirations and a desire for long-term growth
  • Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach and commercial awareness
  • Passionate about making a difference in education

What We Offer

  • Direct mentorship from the CEO
  • A clear path to leadership and influence within the business
  • Future share options for long-term impact and ownership
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Supportive, collaborative, and high-performance culture
  • Real autonomy to shape the division your way

Ready to Take the Lead?

If you’re hungry to lead a sector, shape a brand, and make a real impact in the education recruitment space, we want to hear from you. This is your opportunity to grow something meaningful—with the backing of a successful business and a leadership team that believes in your vision.

Apply now or reach out directly for a confidential chat.

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Posted: April 17th, 2025