Account Manager - Contract Marine Recruitment

Broadreach Limited
Poole, Dorset
9 months ago
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Salary: Competitive base salary + Car Allowance + Uncapped Commission + Benefits

About Broadreach:
Broadreach is a specialist recruitment partner operating across the UK, US and international marine markets. From luxury and superyacht refit to new build, and increasingly within commercial, defence and offshore energy sectors, we are trusted by world-class shipyards and marine engineering businesses to deliver compliant, reliable, and motivated contract talent.

We are seeking a Marine Contract Account Manager to support the continued growth of our contract business. This is a key delivery role focused on managing contractors, supporting clients, and resourcing high-calibre talent across shipbuilding and repair projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Account manage existing client relationships across luxury, commercial, and defence marine sectors

  • Manage and support contractors throughout the entire lifecycle – onboarding, mobilisation, placement, and aftercare

  • Source, engage, and submit high-quality candidates for contract roles across UK and international marine projects

  • Maintain and grow candidate pools within joinery, engineering, outfitting, pipefitting, composites, and related marine trades

  • Ensure full contractor compliance using our digital mobilisation platform (Sincere)

  • Work with the business development team to support new and expanding client accounts

  • Track, manage, and report on contractor activity and performance metrics

    Person Specification:

  • Proven experience in contract recruitment, contractor management or a marine operations/resourcing environment

  • Ability to manage multiple placements simultaneously and under pressure

  • A strong understanding of the contractor lifecycle and compliance processes

  • Excellent communication and relationship management skills

  • Knowledge of the marine, superyacht, or shipbuilding industries preferred

  • Tech-savvy and familiar with CRM/ATS tools (experience with Vincere or Sincere advantageous)

    Key Deliverables:

  • Maintain consistent contractor fulfilment rates above 90%

  • Grow contractor base across marine disciplines in target sectors by 25% in 12 months

  • Achieve agreed gross profit targets through successful contractor placements

  • Provide accurate, timely reporting to the leadership team

    Performance Measures:

  • Weekly contractor interviews booked

  • Contractor satisfaction scores (feedback and surveys)

  • Client service ratings and repeat business metrics

  • Margin performance per contractor

  • Compliance and mobilisation timeframes

    Incentives & Development:

  • Uncapped commission scheme (earnings directly linked to contractor gross profit)

  • Career pathway into senior account management or contract delivery leadership

  • Supportive environment for veterans or those with maritime service backgrounds

    Additional pay:

    Bonus scheme

    Commission pay

    Benefits:

    Casual dress

    Company events

    Company pension

    Free parking

    Health & wellbeing programme

    Life insurance

    On-site parking

    Optical & dental cashback

    Sick pay

    Work Location: Hybrid remote in Poole BH15 1AB

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