Grow As a Leader
Strong leadership is the single biggest determinant of a recruitment business’s success. When leaders are confident, commercially focused and able to coach high performance, the entire organisation moves differently: faster, sharper, and with purpose.
Whether you’re stepping into leadership for the first time or operating at board level, leadership development shouldn’t be accidental. It should be deliberate, structured and commercially impactful.
Alison Humphries
Hon (FREC) | Strategic Consultant to the Recruitment Industry
Who Is This For?
This page is for you if:
You’ve grown as a recruiter, and now need to grow as a leader
You’re managing people but still carrying personal billing responsibility
You feel the weight of decision-making without the framework
You want a trusted external partner for accountability, clarity and direction
You’re a business owner or founder who wants to develop internal leadership capability
If any of these resonate, you’re in the right place.
Available Leadership Pathways
There are two core development routes depending on your role and level.
1. Leadership for Billing Managers
A structured, results-focused development programme for emerging leaders, billing managers and team leaders who need to lead confidently while still delivering revenue.
Designed to create leaders who can:
- Drive consistent team performance
- Build structure and momentum
- Balance billing with leadership responsibilities
- Create a culture of accountability and development
- Lead confidently, not reactively
What You’ll Gain
Typical Outcomes When Implemented Fully
20%
uplift in team billing
Increased
referrals and repeat business
Zero
"blank" months
Improved
retention and engagement
Programme Structure
Four action-focused half-day sessions delivered across six months.
Session 1: Mastering team performance
• Analyse performance data
• Create measurable goals
• Structure operating rhythms
• Build a 3–9 month action plan
Session 2: Sales, BD & brand strategy
• Define value proposition
• Build sales processes
• Use buyer personas
• Use buyer personas
Improve referrals and brand consistency
Session 3: People development & motivation
• Identify capability gaps
• Apply motivation theory
• Balance billing with leadership
• Create development plans
Session 4: Managing challenges & scaling success
• Handle underperformance
• Navigate difficult conversations
• Strengthen legal and reputation safeguards
• Plan for future growth
Investment & Commitment
• £1,500 + VAT per ½-day session
• Minimum commitment: 4 sessions
• To be completed within 6 months
• Up to 8 participants per business
• Delivered in-person or via Zoom
(Travel and accommodation apply for sessions 50+ miles from Manchester.)
2. Executive Coaching
Private, confidential development for senior leaders, directors and founders who need space to think, make decisions and lead effectively.
Designed to create leaders who can:
- Monthly dedicated time
- Clear goals
- Structured accountability
- A sounding board without internal politics
- Immediate application to live situations
What This Helps You Do
Available Formats
Individual Leadership Coaching
Designed for founders and senior leaders who need clarity, direction and a confidential space to work through:
- Strategy
- Growth plans
- Difficult decisions
- People challenges
Includes telephone support between sessions.
Investment: From £1,200 + VAT
(minimum 4 sessions)
SLT Effectiveness Reset
For senior teams who need alignment, cohesion and shared direction.
Includes:
- Psychometric profiling
- Confidential coaching
- Facilitated workshops
- Practical frameworks to define roles, behaviours and expectations
Investment: Pricing based on scope.
Which Route Is Right For You?
If you are…
- A billing manager, team leader or stepping into management
- A founder, director or senior decision maker
- A leadership team needing alignment, shared direction or reset
Best fit
- Leadership for Billing Managers
- Executive Coaching
- SLT Effectiveness Reset
Ready To Grow As a Leader?
Leadership impacts everything: performance, culture, strategy and retention.
If you’re ready to step up and lead with confidence, we’ll help you get there.
Prefer a more embedded leadership advisory relationship?
If you need ongoing support beyond coaching or programmes – including board advisory, strategic guidance or long-term partnership – alternative routes are available.