OJ Manchester

There has never been a more exciting time to join our growing Manchester team. Watch the video below to find out what a career at Oliver James could offer you.

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Meet the founders of Oliver James...

In 2002, Oliver James was launched by Oliver Castle (Ollie) and James Rogers (Jimmy) to simply do recruitment better. Fast-forward 20 years and we have become a globally recognised business that has become the envy of the recruitment industry and one that works with the leading businesses across the world.

"As the HQ of the Oliver James Group, we set the bar high with our standards, service, and performance at OJ Manchester. Over the last 20 years, we have experienced exponential growth and our goal is for Manchester to remain a centre of excellence for hiring new talent. From your very first day at OJ you’ll receive 1-on-1 support from our specialist team of sales coaches and you will be surrounded by a team of highly experienced consultants who will help you to reach your full potential."

Your career is in safe hands, meet Regional Managing Director, Rick Davis

Our management team are all top performers and recruitment experts. They are here to enhance your skills and knowledge, and foster an environment of collaboration, transparency, and ongoing support to ensure you can achieve your career goals.

Joining OJ Manchester means entering an environment where you will be championed every day and have the tools to progress your career at speed. It is fantastic to see on average 60% of our team being promoted annually. OJ Manchester has been responsible for creating over 65% of the Group’s Global Director community, along with a large proportion of top performing consultants each year.

We believe everyone should benefit from our award-winning training plan, no matter their level, experience, or job role, so we tailor a development plan to suit every individual who entrusts their career to OJ.

As a result, we have an impressive track record in producing elite recruiters. If you have the drive and hunger to break out of your comfort zone and make something of yourself, you can expect to be within the top 10% of earners in the UK within an average of two years with us.

Developing your career

We believe in building and investing in people and their careers. No matter your level, experience, or the market you operate in, you will have access to a clear promotion pathway and a dedicated global People & Performance team who will work with you to build your confidence and knowledge so you can perform to the best of your ability and succeed in your role.

Work shoulder to shoulder with the leading recruiters in the industry

When you join our Manchester office you can expect to enter an environment where you are supported and championed to be the very best version of yourself. We provide a collaborative environment where you have the chance to learn from some of the most talented individuals in the business and wider recruitment market.

84% of our Manchester office continue to stay with us year on year

OJ has grown hugely over the 10+years I have been with them, however the one thing that hasn't changed is culture. The collaborative nature of all the teams has remained the same even when team numbers have increased. This is a message that comes from the top down and will not change going forward. OJ has given me the chance to develop and manage my own team which has led to personal growth and success. The success of OJ is down to the support that the senior leadership pass on to everyone within the business to allow them to have a great career. The business is going from strength to strength and the opportunities in the future are vast.

Josh Wiseman

Senior Manager
Working in the team here at Oliver James will surround you with support and great culture. If you’re looking to join a business which provides you with the tools and support to do well, then OJ is one of the best. Being surrounded by the right people and great management is key to personal and professional development, you definitely get this at OJ and it puts achieving great things within your reach.

Lauren Hamer

Managing Consultant
When I joined OJ, I was entirely new to recruitment. OJ’s meritocratic environment, unrivalled career progression, and transparrent leadership mean you can earn life-changing money and truly build a longterm career at OJ. I’ve found that working here has helped me to grow alongside a great group of people who have supported me the entire way.

Liam Crank

Senior Manager

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Hello! Thinking about joining our Manchester Tech team? We are an established team of 8 people, who are part of a wider Technology & Change team of Circa 40 people. You will be partnering with a range of new clients, your role being to develop long lasting relationships through meetings and calls with a range of contacts through the business, should they be a hiring manager or candidate.