Recruitment Director - Offshore Energy

ZipRecruiter; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000

Job description

Job Description

We are currently recruiting a Recruitment Lead/Director for a trusted supplier of highly skilled military veterans to the Offshore Energy sector. The main offices are based out of Exeter but the role will be hybrid based and so split between home and the office. The business provides qualified professionals across various disciplines, including Medics, HSE Advisors/Managers, Engineers, Marine Technology, and Security personnel. They have established themselves as a key partner to major Energy and Shipping companies, as well as a key subcontractor to the UK Government.

The Role

We are looking for an entrepreneurial Manager/Director to take the lead in building and scaling the specialist offshore energy recruitment business. This is not just a management role—it’s a growth-focused leadership position where you will take ownership of an existing but nascent recruitment operation, drive business development, and establish it as a leading provider in the sector.

To succeed in this role, you must have proven experience in offshore energy sector recruitment, with a deep understanding of industry demands, client expectations, and the ability to match high-quality candidates with specialist roles, championing armed forces veterans. This role requires a self-starter with a strong sales mindset, industry expertise, and the ability to build a business from the ground up. You’ll have the backing of an established reputation but will be responsible for shaping and driving the recruitment division’s success.

Key Responsibilities

1. Take ownership of the recruitment division and drive its growth and expansion.
2. Develop and execute a go-to-market strategy for offshore energy recruitment.
3. Lead business development efforts, securing new clients and contracts.
4. Build and manage a high-performing recruitment team as the business grows.
5. Establish efficient operational and recruitment processes to support scalability.
6. Maintain and expand relationships with key industry stakeholders.
7. Ensure compliance with industry regulations and best practices.

Key Requirements

1. Proven experience in recruitment, ideally within offshore energy or technical sectors.
2. Strong business development and sales skills, with a track record of winning and growing business.
3. Experience in startup, scale-up, or business-building environments.
4. Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to work autonomously and drive results.
5. Strategic thinker with hands-on execution ability.
6. Ability to attract and lead a high-performing team as the business grows.

Why Join the business?

1. Lead and shape a recruitment business in a high-demand sector.
2. Backed by an established and respected company in offshore energy.
3. Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
4. The opportunity to build something from the ground up and drive real success.