About Edward Jacobs Edward Jacobs is a market-leading recruitment firm specializing in accounting and finance. Established in 2019, we’ve grown rapidly with over 15 consultants across Australia, the US, and the UK. Our success is driven by our people, innovative technology, and a commitment to excellence in every aspect of recruitment. We have a dedicated 30+ member support team based in South Africa and the Philippines, allowing our consultants to focus on strategic activities—building meaningful relationships, growing their personal brand, and providing exceptional service to clients and candidates. Our clients range from international corporations to boutique businesses, providing a rich, diverse portfolio for our consultants to manage and expand. Your Opportunity With Us: Junior Consultant/Resourcer to support your desk: Play an active role in shaping your team by hiring a Junior Consultant to directly support your desk, allowing you to focus on high-value tasks and drive strategic growth. Tailored Roles for Your Journey: We understand that every professional brings unique strengths and aspirations to the table. Whether you’re an experienced Senior Consultant ready for the next challenge, a Manager seeking strategic influence, or an Associate Director eager to lead teams across multiple regions, we have a place for you. Clear Career Progression: Enjoy the flexibility to define your career path, with opportunities for equity options and access to senior leadership roles. Thriving Growth Environment: Edward Jacobs has achieved remarkable growth of 400% over the past four years, creating abundant opportunities for rapid advancement and market expansion. Attractive Earning Potential: Our competitive compensation package includes a market-leading base salary, uncapped commissions, and performance-based bonuses tailored to your experience. Strategic Influence: Take the lead in shaping the strategy for your desk and play a vital role in driving our global expansion efforts. Comprehensive Support: You’ll be backed by a dedicated back-office team handling administrative and operational tasks, allowing you to concentrate on high-value activities. Empowered Workplace Culture: Autonomy and respect are fundamental to our culture. Our results-driven environment empowers you to work independently without micromanagement. Access to Modern Technology: Benefit from cutting-edge recruitment software and tools designed to streamline your operations and enhance efficiency. Vibrant Company Culture: Experience a collaborative and inclusive environment with regular social events, including the Melbourne Cup, weekly gatherings, overseas trips, and much more. Position Overview: We are seeking experienced recruitment professionals to contribute to the growth of our organization across both new and existing verticals. Depending on your expertise and ambition, you will have the opportunity to manage your own desk, lead a high-performing team, or establish a new department within Edward Jacobs. In this role, you will have the autonomy to develop your division, cultivate new client relationships, and expand into global markets, including the UK, US, and Australia. If you excel in an entrepreneurial environment, have a keen ability to identify high-potential markets, and aspire to make a strategic impact, we invite you to explore this opportunity. What You’ll Do: Full Cycle Recruitment: Oversee the recruitment process from candidate sourcing to placement, ensuring a high standard of service for clients and candidates. Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients to understand their hiring needs and provide tailored recruitment solutions while managing key client accounts to ensure high service levels and sustainable growth. Business Development: Expand client relationships across Australia and international markets through strategic planning, networking, and innovative business development strategies. Market Expansion: Identify and develop new market opportunities, establishing yourself as a thought leader in your industry and driving overall recruitment strategy. Candidate Sourcing: Utilize various sourcing methods, including job boards, social media, and networking, to identify top talent for client vacancies. Interviewing & Assessment: Conduct thorough interviews and assessments to evaluate candidates’ skills, qualifications, and cultural fit for client organizations. Negotiation: Negotiate job offers and terms of employment between clients and candidates, ensuring a positive experience for both parties. Team Leadership: Mentor junior consultants, build a high-performing team, and lead by example with a focus on achieving results. Strategic Planning & Execution: Develop and implement recruitment strategies to meet client needs and achieve business objectives, influencing recruitment strategies at a national and global level to drive results and business growth. Performance Monitoring: Set and monitor performance targets for the recruitment team, ensuring accountability and achievement of business goals, and report on recruitment metrics and KPIs to evaluate team performance. Networking & Brand Building: Attend industry events to promote the brand and expand professional networks, positioning the firm as a thought leader in the industry. Resource Allocation: Oversee resource allocation and budgeting for the recruitment division, ensuring optimal use of resources. Change Management: Lead initiatives to adapt to changing market conditions, client needs, and recruitment trends. Market Analysis: Conduct market research to identify trends and competitor activity, providing insights to clients and candidates. What We’re Looking For Proven Recruitment Expertise: Extensive experience in recruitment, with a strong track record of building and managing successful desks or teams. Inspirational Leadership: Exceptional leadership skills, capable of inspiring and mentoring others to achieve their best. Strategic Thinker: A strategic mindset focused on long-term growth and profitability, with the ability to identify opportunities for expansion. Commercial Acumen: High level of market awareness and commercial insight, enabling informed decision-making and effective client engagement. Relationship Builder: Excellent communication and relationship-building skills to foster strong connections with clients and candidates alike. Autonomous Operator: Ability to work independently, driving your own success while influencing broader business strategies. Entrepreneurial Spirit: A desire to shape the future of the business with innovative ideas and a proactive approach. Global Perspective: Experience in international markets or a willingness to develop global expertise is a valuable asset. Join Us Today! Our team highlights Edward Jacobs as an exceptional workplace, with over 90% expressing pride in being part of our organization. This is your chance to advance your career with a market leader and share that same sense of pride in where you work. Reach out to us to know more: Kathleen: kathleen@edwardjacobs.com.au Rose: rose@edwardjacobs.co.uk We look forward to exploring how you can contribute to Edward Jacobs’ success.