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Howard James Recruitment & Training Howard James Recruitment – Connecting businesses with top talent across the UK.

Specialists in commercial recruitment, we provide tailored hiring solutions for companies and job seekers.

📞 0161 641 2550 | 🌐 www.howardjamesrecruitment.co.uk Howard James Recruitment supplies commercial recruitment solutions across Cheshire, Greater Manchester and rest of the UK. Additional recruitment specilists supply clients with candidates across Australasia

You find the perfect candidate. First interview goes brilliantly. Everyone's on board.Then the diary clashes start. Seco...
20/10/2026

You find the perfect candidate. First interview goes brilliantly. Everyone's on board.

Then the diary clashes start. Second interview gets pushed back a week. Sign-off drags. References sit waiting.

A month later, your ideal hire accepts an offer from someone faster.

The bottleneck isn't candidate quality—it's the gap between interview stages. Strong property and construction professionals don't wait around. They're talking to your competitors, and speed wins.

We coordinate diaries, manage expectations and keep your process moving fast enough to secure the people you actually want.

If slow turnaround is costing you good hires across Warrington, let's tighten it up: https://howardjamesrecruitment.co.uk/hire-staff/submit-a-vacancy/

The best Supply Chain and Logistics professionals aren't scrolling job boards. They're already in work, performing well,...
19/10/2026

The best Supply Chain and Logistics professionals aren't scrolling job boards. They're already in work, performing well, and not actively looking.

But many would consider the right opportunity—if approached in the right way.

That's the gap most employers struggle to bridge. You can advertise all you like, but you'll rarely reach the passive talent who could be your strongest hires.

We proactively identify professionals across Supply Chain and Logistics, assess them personally, and introduce only those who are genuinely interested in exploring your role. You get access to candidates you'd never reach through traditional advertising.

If you're finding it hard to attract the right people, let's talk about how we can help.

https://howardjamesrecruitment.co.uk/hire-staff/submit-a-vacancy/

A calm Sunday reminder: your next career step does not need to happen all at once.The best hiring decisions rarely happe...
18/10/2026

A calm Sunday reminder: your next career step does not need to happen all at once.

The best hiring decisions rarely happen overnight. Neither do the best career moves.

When candidates take time to think clearly about their next step, they join with intention and stay for the right reasons.

For employers, that means better retention, stronger commitment and fewer regrettable hires.

Every candidate we introduce has been spoken to and assessed — so you're hiring people who've made a considered choice, not an impulsive leap.

If you're building a team of people who move thoughtfully, we'll help you find them.

Submit your vacancy or request an honest assessment of your hiring requirement: https://howardjamesrecruitment.co.uk/hire-staff/submit-a-vacancy/

When you advertise a role without stating the salary, the best candidates move on before they even apply.They're already...
15/10/2026

When you advertise a role without stating the salary, the best candidates move on before they even apply.

They're already in good roles. They need a clear reason to invest time in your process. Without salary transparency, they assume the budget is low or the role isn't what it seems.

Meanwhile, the applications you do receive are often mismatched—some hoping for more, others undervaluing themselves. The result? Wasted time and a longer hire.

Salary clarity isn't about losing negotiating power. It's about respect, efficiency and attraction. It filters out the wrong applicants and draws in the right ones.

We provide honest salary and market advice to every employer we work with. If you're hiring in insurance or financial services, let's talk: https://howardjamesrecruitment.co.uk/hire-staff/submit-a-vacancy/

Business Development Manager | Competitive salary with commission/performance elements | KnutsfordHoward James Recruitme...
14/10/2026

Business Development Manager | Competitive salary with commission/performance elements | Knutsford

Howard James Recruitment is supporting a client with the appointment of a commercially driven Business Development Manager to develop new opportunities across the waste management, recycling and environmental services sector. This full-time role is based in Cheshire.

You will identify and secure new business, manage the sales pipeline, develop client relationships and oversee opportunities from initial enquiry through to contract award. The role includes tender writing, bid management, preparing commercial submissions and supporting the handover of new contracts.

We are seeking proven experience in business development, sales or account management within waste management, waste brokerage, recycling or environmental services, alongside a strong record of winning new business and managing complex tender responses. Knowledge of UK waste legislation and environmental compliance would be advantageous.

If you have the relevant sector experience, please submit your CV to Howard James Recruitment for consideration. Contact the Knutsford branch at [email protected] or call 01565 655800.

A focused shortlist shouldn't just be a pile of CVs that mention the right keywords.When we build a shortlist for a cust...
14/10/2026

A focused shortlist shouldn't just be a pile of CVs that mention the right keywords.

When we build a shortlist for a customer service or contact centre role in Winsford, every candidate has been spoken to and assessed before their CV reaches you. You get our honest view of their strengths, any development areas, current salary expectations, and why they're looking to move.

That level of insight saves hiring managers hours of guesswork. Every interview is with someone who already understands your business and the role—not another speculative applicant.

Submit your next customer service or contact centre vacancy and we'll show you the difference: https://howardjamesrecruitment.co.uk/hire-staff/submit-a-vacancy/

You're losing strong candidates—and it's not the role. It's the process.Too many stages. Long gaps between interviews. I...
13/10/2026

You're losing strong candidates—and it's not the role. It's the process.

Too many stages. Long gaps between interviews. Interviewers who haven't read the CV. No clarity on next steps. Generic tasks that don't reflect the real job.

Each one sends a signal. And the best people are reading them.

When candidates withdraw late in your process, it's usually fixable. But you need to know how your hiring experience actually lands.

Every candidate we introduce has been assessed and briefed. We'll also give you honest feedback on how your process is performing, so you can secure the people you need.

Submit your vacancy or request a confidential conversation about your hiring approach: https://howardjamesrecruitment.co.uk/hire-staff/submit-a-vacancy/

Speed or quality—most employers think they can't have both when hiring engineers.But the fastest hires often come from t...
12/10/2026

Speed or quality—most employers think they can't have both when hiring engineers.

But the fastest hires often come from the most selective processes.

The key is working with specialists who've already done the assessment. Every candidate we introduce has been spoken to and evaluated within their specific engineering discipline. You get shortlists you can trust, honest market advice on salary, and no time wasted on unsuitable CVs.

You don't need to compromise your standards. You need to cut out the bottlenecks slowing you down.

If your engineering vacancies in Crewe are taking too long to fill, let's discuss how we can help: https://howardjamesrecruitment.co.uk/hire-staff/submit-a-vacancy/

Social Media and Marketing Assistant | £Competitive | KnutsfordOur client is seeking an enthusiastic Social Media and Ma...
12/10/2026

Social Media and Marketing Assistant | £Competitive | Knutsford

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic Social Media and Marketing Assistant to support its online presence and wider marketing activity. This office-based role offers the opportunity to develop your digital marketing and public relations skills in a creative, fast-paced environment.

You will create and schedule engaging content, manage day-to-day social media activity, support multimedia and public relations initiatives, monitor performance and contribute ideas to build audience engagement and brand awareness.

The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in digital marketing, social media and public relations, excellent written communication skills, attention to detail and a creative approach. Familiarity with social media platforms, content management tools and basic analytics would be useful. Previous marketing or communications experience is desirable but not essential.

This is an in-person role, Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.30pm. To apply, contact Howard James Recruitment, Knutsford branch, on 01565 655800 or email [email protected].

Business Development Manager | £30,000 basic plus uncapped commission | NorthwichHoward James Recruitment is acting on b...
12/10/2026

Business Development Manager | £30,000 basic plus uncapped commission | Northwich

Howard James Recruitment is acting on behalf of our client, seeking a driven Business Development Manager to join its office-based sales team. This is a target-focused B2B sales role involving business development, lead conversion and new business generation.

You will build commercial relationships with business owners, convert warm inbound leads, generate opportunities through proactive cold calling and manage your own sales pipeline. Strong follow-up, ownership of targets and a focus on measurable results are essential.

The successful candidate will have proven B2B sales experience, a confident telephone manner, closing ability and experience in cold calling and pipeline management. A resilient, competitive and self-starting approach is required.

The role offers a £30,000 basic salary, uncapped commission and warm leads provided daily. If you are motivated by winning new business and uncapped earning potential, contact Howard James Recruitment.

Apply via [email protected] or call 01606 339779.

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Monday 9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5:30pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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