Job Introduction
Education Recruitment Team Manager (level negotiable for experience)
SEND and Primary team vacancies
West Midlands territory
Starting from £37,000 + uncapped commission
Office Based. 40 hours, 7-4 / 8-5 term time. Reduced hours school holidays.
At Operam Education Group, we know that strong revenue performance starts with exceptional leadership.
As a Billing Team Manager, you’ll take ownership of a high-performing team, driving both billings and business growth across your region in West Midlands. This role is about more than just hitting targets, it’s about demonstrating team leadership, self-leadership, and business acumen to develop talent, coach effectively, and maximise revenue.
You’ll manage and motivate your team to deliver outstanding results, balance client and candidate needs, and implement strategic plans that grow both individual desks and the overall business. Every decision, every placement, and every opportunity you lead will directly impact your team’s performance and the schools we support.
Responsibility of Role:
As a Billing Team Manager, you will:
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Own and grow your 360-recruitment desk, delivering billings, gross profit, and client satisfaction.
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Lead, coach, and motivate your team to achieve their billings, GP, and growth targets.
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Set clear expectations, actively recognise success, and challenge underperformance within the team.
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Build strong relationships with clients and candidates to drive revenue and retention.
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Analyse performance data for both your desk and the team to make informed decisions and drive improvements.
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Implement strategic plans to grow your desk and overall team revenue.
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Balance client and candidate needs with team performance to achieve successful outcomes.
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Inspire your team through emotional intelligence, effective communication, and inclusiveness.
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Demonstrate self-leadership by managing priorities, responding constructively to feedback, and driving your own development.
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Identify opportunities to add value, innovate processes, and support team development through coaching and mentoring.
What You’ll Bring
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Proven experience in a billing or revenue-focused team leadership role, ideally in recruitment.
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Strong commercial mindset with a track record of meeting or exceeding revenue targets.
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Excellent coaching, mentoring, and team development skills.
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Ability to read people, manage conflict, and inspire teams to deliver results.
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Strategic thinker who can identify opportunities, act decisively, and drive business growth.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to lead and grow within one of the fastest-growing education recruitment agencies in the UK.
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Access to our Aspiring Leaders Programme and clear leadership progression pathways.
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A supportive, ambitious, and purpose-driven environment where your impact is visible.
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Competitive salary with uncapped commission and bonus structure.
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The chance to combine commercial success with meaningful impact in education.
If you’re a results-driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced, commercial environment, this is your chance to lead a high-performing team, grow revenue, and make a tangible difference in schools across the UK.
Our Employee Benefits:
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Up to 34 days annual leave, plus bank holidays off
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Enhanced sick pay from 2 years’ service
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Life Assurance
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Employee Assistant Programme
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Birthday day off
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Wellbeing day off
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3 Pledge days per year for volunteering
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Reduced hours in school holidays
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Annual group conference weekend
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Eye care support
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Aspiring leaders programme
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Recruitment Qualifications
We look forward to receiving your application, our Talent Team will be here to give you more information.
As a proud member of Inclusive Employers, we are committed to creating a diverse, welcoming, and equitable workplace. We believe in providing a fair and transparent recruitment process, where every candidate is assessed solely on their skills, experience, and potential.
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application process or at any stage of the interview, please let us know. We are committed to making the necessary accommodations to support you fully.
Please note that all successful candidates will be required to provide proof of their right to work in the UK before commencing employment.
benefits subject to edibility criteria
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