Branch Manager London

About us

At Protocol Education, we don't just fill jobs-we build careers, shape futures, and create opportunities. As a Branch Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in leading a specialist recruitment team, driving business growth, and making a real impact in the education sector.

If you're a dynamic leader with a passion for people management, coaching, and leading from the front, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Why Join Protocol Education?

Lead with purpose - Take charge of a specialist team, mentor consultants, and develop their careers while running your own successful desk.

Career progression - With clear pathways for growth, your leadership skills will be recognised and rewarded.

Supportive culture - We believe in collaboration, celebrating success, and empowering each other to reach new heights.

Make an impact - Help shape the future of education by connecting talented educators with the schools that need them most.

Uncapped commission - Your earnings reflect your efforts, with a competitive commission structure that rewards performance.

Work life balance - Hybrid working options available once established in the role.

Exclusive perks - From wellness initiatives and referral bonuses to incentive prizes and team rewards, we value our people.

About the job

Leading & inspiring - Coach, develop, and manage a team of specialist recruitment consultants, ensuring they thrive in a fast paced environment.

Driving growth - Develop business strategies, expand client relationships, and build a strong presence within your market.

Managing your own desk - Stay hands on by running your own recruitment desk, leading by example in sales and delivery.

Coaching & mentoring - Provide ongoing training, performance feedback, and support to consultants to maximise their potential.

Building strong partnerships - Engage with schools and educators, ensuring exceptional service and long term relationships.

Achieving results - Set ambitious goals, monitor team performance, and drive success through motivation and support.

About you

Experienced leader - You have a proven track record in managing recruitment sales teams, with strong coaching and people development skills.

Sales driven & target focused - You thrive in a performance led environment and know how to drive results.

Passionate about people management - You enjoy developing talent, fostering collaboration, and creating a high performance culture.

Resilient & adaptable - You're a proactive problem solver who thrives in a fast moving, ever changing industry.

A natural communicator - You build strong relationships, influence stakeholders, and inspire confidence in those around you.

What we offer

Uncapped Commission Structure

️28 days' holiday + bank holidays plus an extra day for every year you stay (up to 33) and option to buy up to 5 more days (all pro rata for part time roles)

Enhanced paid family leave (after probation pass) to help new parents and long term carers

Medical cash plan (after probation pass) making contributions toward everyday health costs such as dental, optical and prescriptions

️ Life insurance from day one (up to 4x salary) plus free wellbeing support with access to 24/7 GP, counselling, medical second opinions, physiotherapy and lifestyle coaching

Pension contributions from both of us (after 3 months)

Discounts - access to different options to help your money go further

Flexible benefits you choose - such as extra holiday, healthcare, bikes, gym, electric cars & Give As You Earn (after probation pass)

Learn & grow with us - we invest in your development with ongoing learning, training and career growth opportunities

Volunteer days - 3 paid volunteer days each year, with two dedicated to education

By joining Supporting Education Group, you will become part of a community that is dedicated to transforming lives and sustaining communities, where your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your individuality is celebrated. Together, we will continue to advance our passion for education and build brighter futures for all.

Employment offers are subject to satisfactory vetting checks. These checks will be run in line with the latest guidance and legislation. You will need to already have the right to work in the UK, as we are not able to offer any sponsorship(s) for visa applicants.