At Itchyfeet, we know that one move changes everything. We take time to understand our candidates’ career ambitions and our clients’ business needs, helping people find roles where they can thrive and companies find the right people to achieve their goals.
We are looking for an experienced full-time Senior Executive Recruiter to join our friendly, professional and supportive team in Guernsey. If you enjoy building lasting relationships, supporting people in their careers and helping businesses find the talent they need, we would love to hear from you.
About us
Itchyfeet Recruitment Agency specialises in financial services and commercial recruitment. We take a personal and thoughtful approach, making time to understand our candidates and clients. Our team works collaboratively, sharing knowledge and supporting one another to deliver a high standard of service.
Your role
You will manage recruitment from initial conversations through to placement and beyond, supporting candidates and clients across permanent, temporary and contract opportunities, from entry-level to executive appointments.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Getting to know candidates, understanding their experience, ambitions and priorities, and identifying suitable opportunities.
- Providing practical support with CVs, interview preparation and career decisions.
- Building and developing client relationships, understanding their company goals, culture, team structure and recruitment needs.
- Working with clients to understand the skills, experience and personal qualities needed for each appointment.
- Sourcing and matching candidates through our applicant tracking system (ATS), professional networking platforms and referrals.
- Preparing candidate submissions and obtaining consent before sharing CVs with clients.
- Coordinating interviews, gathering feedback and keeping candidates and clients informed.
- Managing offers, negotiating salary and benefit packages, and supporting candidates through to their start date.
- Following up with candidates and clients after placements to ensure the appointment is working well for both.
- Identifying new business opportunities and sharing relevant insights on recruitment trends, salary expectations and candidate availability.
- Maintaining accurate candidate, client and vacancy records.
- Promoting opportunities through professional networking platforms, social media and relevant events.
- Working closely with colleagues, sharing knowledge and supporting recruitment activity across the team.
About you
- Previous recruitment experience is essential, ideally with 6 years, or more . You will bring a personal approach and a commitment to excellent service. Experience within financial services recruitment would be particularly valuable.
We are looking for someone who:
- Builds rapport easily and communicates with care, confidence and professionalism.
- Listens closely and understands both individual career aspirations and business requirements.
- Is organised, proactive and attentive to detail.
- Can manage a varied workload and keep people informed throughout the recruitment process.
- Enjoys developing business relationships and identifying new opportunities.
- Is confident using applicant tracking systems, professional networking platforms and digital recruitment tools.
- Handles confidential information with discretion.
- Works collaboratively and takes pride in helping candidates, clients and colleagues succeed.
Why join Itchyfeet?
- No KPIs or unrealistic targets
- Supportive, friendly and collaborative team culture
- The chance to make a meaningful difference every day
We offer:-
- Competitive salary with a highly attractive performance-based bonus structure
- 35 hours per week 9 am to 5 pm
- 30 days annual leave + your birthday + public holidays
- Private Healthcare
- Dress-down, breakfast and a hot/cold beverage every Friday
📩 All enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence. To apply please send your CV to jodie@itchyfeet.gg
