Divisional Director – New Start-Up Desk (HR / Procurement / Professional Services)
Divisional Director – New Start-Up Desk (HR / Procurement / Professional Services)
Location: Liverpool (Hybrid)
Desk Type: Start-up / Professional Services Focus
Experience: Senior leadership, divisional director or equivalent
Salary: £55k - £70k PLUS uncapped commission up to 40%
The Opportunity
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established recruitment business to appoint a Divisional Director to lead a new start-up desk focused on HR, Procurement, and other Professional Services disciplines.
This is a unique opportunity to shape a new, high-potential desk, take full ownership of strategy, and deliver substantial earnings through both base salary and uncapped commission.
The Role
Build and manage a new start-up desk across HR, Procurement, and Professional Services
Lead strategy for desk growth, client acquisition, and candidate sourcing
Own divisional targets and deliverables, ensuring high performance and revenue
Grow, develop and mentor a small team as the desk expands across the Northwest
Maintain strong client relationships, advisory services, and market insight
Manage CRM, pipelines, and recruitment processes
The Ideal Candidate
Divisional Director or senior recruiter with experience launching or leading a desk
Proven track record in recruitment within HR, Procurement, or Professional Services
Entrepreneurial, commercially focused, and autonomous
Skilled at building teams, mentoring, and scaling a new desk
Based in or commuting to Liverpool
Working Pattern & Culture
Hybrid working model
Flexible hours aligned with senior responsibility
Adult, performance-led culture with autonomy to shape desk strategy
Modern office environment with collaborative and breakout spaces
Commission & Benefits
Base salary: DOE
Uncapped commission tied to divisional performance
Private healthcare
Death in service – 3x salary
25 days holiday plus 3 days over Christmas
Salary sacrifice / voucher schemes
Electric car tax benefits
Client entertainment, networking, and team incentives
Clear path to executive leadership for high performers
To apply for this role send your cv to camille@amandawright-rec.co.uk