Work for us

Be yourself, be fulfilled

We exist to help build better lives for all, helping our people be fulfilled

Stuart’s story

We’ll let our people speak for us

Joining as a Manager of a new brand in 2021 I have been able to successfully grow my team from just four people to nine, proudly introducing Merrifield Consultants to candidates and clients. From the moment I joined, I benefited from the training and support provided but also appreciated being trusted to know what my best method of working is. There is no one size fits all mentality, and this has always helped me and my team. I’ve experienced both a very intensive hands-on agency, as well as a hands-off (get on with it) approach, giving me the best of both worlds.

We have a fantastic culture which is highlighted by the way all the teams work together and get along. We celebrate our successes together and this is why I’ve always enjoyed the flexibility of being able to choose how many days I work in the office.

Personally, I do four days in the office as I like working in the same environment as my team, but I also do enjoy having one day from home to get on with it. The company really cares about everyone’s wellbeing. It’s not an industry where you can immediately secure the right balance between work and home life. But there are always people and places who are there to support you.

I have always felt supported when I needed to hire into my team. This has helped to lessen the responsibility on my shoulders, and I’ve always been backed by the company which I’m grateful for.

Be yourself, be fulfilled

We exist to help build better lives for all. Nurturing the wellbeing and professional growth of our people is our primary focus.

We listen to our people

We continue to evaluate our offering; we listen and adapt. Along with other benefits, we implemented a flexible working policy that is individual to the needs of our people.

flexibility - supporting your personal goals

A personal approach to flexible working

Lisa’s story

We’ll let our people speak for us

I joined the business in March 2006 as a Consultant. Having developed a high-performing desk over 11 years, I relocated and was given the opportunity to set up a branch from scratch. This involved recruiting a team and growing new business.

Sales positions can naturally be demanding and often high pressure. Huntress has never made me feel like I needed to do more than I currently do. You are not forced to work late, and there is a big emphasis on a work life balance. I am fully remote which was a huge change from being office based. This has had such an impact on my family life.

I am now able to walk my little one to school, which I have never done previously. My kids no longer need to attend breakfast and afterschool club, which not only has a financial impact, but also gives my children a better quality of life. Huntress continues to give me the freedom to adapt alongside my personal life.

Lauren's story

We’ll let our people speak for us

I joined Huntress Group and founded Birchrose Associates in September 2019.

I launched the brand, and in the early months my role was very focused on the brand development, marketing strategy and the recruitment of my team. I have an open dialogue with my CEO and our HR Director; I feel my goals are listened to, considered and supported. When launching Birchrose, my ambitions were incredibly supported from my first pitch. It was a challenging first 12 months when the pandemic hit, but myself and the CEO were aligned on the long-term strategy from day one.

A huge appeal of joining Huntress to launch a new brand, is the way in which managers are financially rewarded. In my previous role, management bonuses were based on team growth YoY, but not profitability. At Huntress, Managers have two opportunities to achieve a bonus: achieving quarterly GP targets (collaboratively discussed and agreed in Q4 of the previous year), and annually in line with the profitability of your team.

This is hugely motivating, as quite simply, the more successful your team is the higher the bonus! Managers may sacrifice their own personal billings at times to focus on the development of their staff, but when the team collectively performs well, this is financially recognised in the form of annual management bonuses. It not only adds to the drive and motivation, but it also promotes commercial thinking, and has certainly improved my business acumen and general decision making with regards to hiring strategy, marketing spend.

The best bit about working for Huntress and Birchrose Associates are the people! We have a team of hugely passionate people who work hard and support each other along the way. Everyone is down to earth and approachable, which makes the tough days bearable and the good days incredible. I really value the support from my CEO. I always have it when I need it, along with the freedom (and trust) to make decisions and run with them.

Potential

Earning potential

Individual Commission

At Huntress, we have two schemes specifically aimed at our
trainees through to our experienced high performers. This is
paid to the individual monthly.

Team Commission

We also have additional Team commission, which recognises
and rewards equitably the achievements of being part of a
successful team. This is paid to the team monthly.

Manager’s Bonus

An incentive plan that rewards managers for achieving their short-term targets and additionally a 10% dividend based on each year’s profits. This is paid to the Manager quarterly and annually.

£ 240000

Average billings of consultants in 2022

3 Brands

Huntress, Birchrose Associates, and Merrifield Consultants

Progress

Progression

We are transparent. We offer clear career pathways to ensure fair and equal opportunities for our people.

Natasha’s story

We’ll let our people speak for us

I joined Huntress in July 2012 as a branch administrator. I was burnt out from a sales career within hospitality, where I was travelling too much. I had brought my first property with my now husband and I wanted to be more local. A better work/life balance was key, yet I still wanted the buzz of a sales environment. Through my Huntress career, I have progressed from Administrator, Temps Resourcer to Account Manager and now Manager of the high-performing Bracknell team.

I love having the autonomy to try new ideas, and I am so grateful for the trust that the leadership team have in me. I have been able to grow the Bracknell team, implement a new structure and create a happy working environment.

learning and development

Supporting your success

Personal & professional development

We are consistently updating our ways to add value. With new technology through our Learning Management System, we combine traditional training with new technology so our L&D opportunities are communicated to the wider business and easily accessible.

We also offer peer learning and mentorship to create further value, and give hands-on guidance to supplement our learning and development programme.

Henry’s story

We’ll let our people speak for us

I joined the company nearly 20 years ago as an Associate Consultant. Huntress had a very clear career pathway, which really spoke to my ambitious self. I have progressed over the years from a sales role into operations and now part of the Board of Directors. I absolutely love the fact that I have been able to develop my career within the organisation, whilst experiencing a really wide variety of positions and challenges.

Learning and Development is always a regular topic on any internal meeting agenda. Senior leaders work extremely hard to create a continuous learning culture. Investment has been made in a variety of different tools, speakers, and channels to provide staff with varied, engaging, and value adding training opportunities. Different people learn in diverse ways, and not all training is right for everyone. It is always important to constantly look at the training we offer and how it is delivered. Where internal resource is not available or appropriate to deliver training, external courses are used to enhance training. The company supported and encouraged me for several years whilst I was studying for my MBA. They knew it was something I wanted to achieve following my appointment to Director level.

Our lunch and learn sessions have been a fantastic addition to the L&D opportunities that Huntress offer. The sessions are engaging, informative, and provide us with an opportunity to come together as a business on a regular basis. There is no pressure to join if it’s not a topic that is relevant to you, and as the sessions are recorded, you can watch it back later if you couldn’t make the original session. I personally enjoy short, regular training sessions as I retain more information than a full day course, so these sessions are perfect for my personal learning style.

Contact our team for a confidential discussion

Chris Leeson

CEO

Claire Pierce

Managing Director

Find your future with us today!

At Huntress, we want to include other like-minded people in our ambitious growth plans. We have opportunities in our various locations and at all levels of seniority to join our team.

If you are looking to a kickstart your recruitment career, or enhance your established experience, we would love to hear from you. For a confidential chat, please contact our CEO Chris Leeson or our Managing Director Claire Pierce.

Chris Leeson

CEO

Claire Pierce

Managing Director