Full job descriptionRecruitment Consultant
Hays Recruitment - London - Senior Finance - Retail & Leisure - Permanent Desk
We are looking for an ambitious, commercially driven Recruitment Consultant to join our Senior Finance team in Cheapside, specialising in permanent senior-level finance appointments across the Retail & Leisure sector. This is a high-potential desk partnering with globally recognised brands and senior finance leaders.
This is an exciting opportunity for either an experienced recruiter or an ambitious consultant looking to build a career in executive-level finance recruitment.
Why This Desk?
*Established desk with a strong track record of success
*Opportunity to work with globally recognised Retail & Leisure brands
*Strong demand for senior finance talent across the sector
*Established market with significant revenue potential and senior-level relationships already in place
*Opportunity to re-establish market share within one of London’s most dynamic sectors
*Access to a broad network of Finance Directors, CFOs and senior stakeholders

This is a proven desk with strong foundations, premium client relationships and a significant opportunity to build a highly successful market position.
The Opportunity
You’ll manage a dedicated permanent Senior Finance desk focused on Retail & Leisure clients across London.
You will benefit from:
*An established desk with a successful history
*Access to globally recognised brands and senior stakeholders
*The opportunity to work on senior-level appointments and strategic hires
*A specialist market with consistent hiring demand
*The opportunity to become a recognised expert within the Retail & Leisure finance community
This is your chance to inherit a desk with significant potential and build long-term partnerships with some of the most recognisable businesses in the market.
What You’ll Bring
*Previous recruitment experience or a strong background in sales and business development
*A commercial mindset and passion for building long-term relationships
*Confidence engaging with senior business leaders and finance professionals
*Strong networking and communication skills
*Drive, resilience and ambition to succeed in a specialist market
*The desire to build a specialist reputation within a rewarding sector
You’ll be joining a highly successful Senior Finance team with a strong market reputation, established client relationships and excellent opportunities for long-term career growth.
At Hays, we share a passion for creating a culture where there are opportunities for our people to flourish and succeed, whatever your background. We know that diversity of perspective and an inclusive approach, which encourages those experiences and views to be heard, is great for business and therefore your career with us.