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What we do

Optima Recruitment is an independent professional consultancy which specialises in placing temporary and permanent staff in the Surrey area. 
 
We recruit from trainee up to management level across all sectors.&nbsp; 
 
Key positions we recruit for include: 
Administration 
Secretarial &amp; PA 
Accounts &amp; Finance 
Graduate Opportunities 
Human Resources 
Recruitment Consultancy 
Sales &amp; Marketing 
Customer Service 
Purchasing &amp; Legal 
 
We will take time to understand what you&rsquo;re looking for and guide you through every step of the selection and interview process.&nbsp; 
 
Being members of the REC (Recruitment &amp; Employment Confederation) also means that we adhere to the highest recruitment standards and codes of practice.

Our client is looking for a driven Sales Executive to join their expanding company. If you are confident on the phone, motivated by targets, and excited by the idea of growing something from the ground up, get in touch today! Based in Leatherhead 25,400 salary commission/bonus Monday - Friday, 9am - 6pm Alternate Saturdays Benefits: Performance-based bonus scheme Flexible working schedule Staff perks Team incentives Opportunities for progression Job Description: Reach out to private sellers sourced from classified listings and internal databases Introduce and promote the company’s consignment service, clearly outlining its benefits Handle complaints professionally and assess the suitability of potential leads Schedule appraisal or consultation appointments with the in-house team Accurately log all communications and activities in the CRM system Follow up with interested parties and maintain consistent, professional communication Consistently achieve weekly and monthly targets for lead generation and appointment bookings Person Specification: Background in telesales, recruitment, or outbound customer engagement is an advantage Confident and engaging telephone manner with strong interpersonal skills Resilient mindset, comfortable with outbound calling and handling rejections Highly motivated by targets, with a proactive and results-oriented approach Well-organised with excellent attention to detail Clear, professional communicator both verbally and in writing Dependable and adaptable, with availability to work flexible hours, including Saturdays Basic proficiency with computer systems and CRM software Refer a friend and earn 100! If you have a friend who is also searching for a new opportunity in the local area, recommend Optima and if we place them (providing they complete their 3-month probation period), you will receive a 100 retail voucher of your choice! Please note that if you have not been contacted within 5 working days, then unfortunately on this occasion your CV has not been shortlisted. By applying for this vacancy, you accept Optima Recruitment Limited’s Privacy and GDPR Policy which can be found on our website and therefore gives us consent to contact you. Optima Recruitment Limited are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy and are an equal opportunities employer .

Sales Executive

Based in Chessington 30,000 - 40,000 bonus (DOE) 25 days holiday bank holidays Onsite parking Excellent career opportunities Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5.30pm 25 days holiday Pension Opportunities to progress for the successful candidate (sales, purchasing, operations) Great opportunity working for a well-established, progressive company who reward hard work, innovation and success. Job Description: Building, developing and managing excellent customer relationships Converting inbound calls and enquiries into sales Generating sales opportunities and following up Account managing key clients Providing clients with product, pricing, technical and logistics expertise Handling web and email enquiries Producing detailed quotes and following up via email / phone Taking and processing orders, using a bespoke system Providing administration and customer support to the External Sales Team Co-ordinating delivery of goods (worldwide) liaising with logistic and courier companies Working closely with purchasing, accounts, warehouse and the administration team to ensure complete customer satisfaction Person Specification: Experience in sales support, account management, customer service, technical support or sales Excellent telephone manner Team player with good interpersonal skills Intermediate plus knowledge of MS Office including Excel would be an advantage Happy to up sell and cross sell (no cold calling) Good level of education including Mathematics and English Ability to multitask and problem solve Refer a friend and earn 100! If you have a friend who is also searching for a new opportunity in the local area, recommend Optima and if we place them (providing they complete their 3-month probation period), you will receive a 100 retail voucher of your choice! Please note that if you have not been contacted within 5 working days, then unfortunately on this occasion your CV has not been shortlisted. By applying for this vacancy, you accept Optima Recruitment Limited’s Privacy and GDPR Policy which can be found on our website and therefore gives us consent to contact you. Optima Recruitment Limited are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy and are an equal opportunities employer.

Internal Sales Executive

A great opportunity to kick start your career in marketing and develop your marketing skills whilst supporting a friendly marketing team. Based in Epsom 24,000 - 25,000 (pro rata) 23 days holiday bank holidays (pro rata) Monday - Friday, 9am - 5:30pm Starting May through to October 2025 Free parking Job Description: Manage the marketing inbox, responding promptly, taking necessary actions, and escalating issues when needed. Handle marketing invoicing and accruals accurately and on time. Support the creation and updates of marketing materials in line with brand and regulatory guidelines, including design, proofreading, and distribution. Regularly review and maintain existing content across all channels. Assist with product launches, updates, and updating materials and web content within tight deadlines. Help maintain and update content across three websites. Support customer communications, working with internal teams and external agencies. Create and send updates, including new product launches and changes. Contribute to marketing projects such as research and campaigns. Person Specification: Previous experience in an office environment (preferred but not essential). Strong multitasking skills, with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously. Comfortable working independently or collaboratively within a team. Proven ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively. Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy. Confident in following established processes and procedures. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Refer a friend and earn 100! If you have a friend who is also searching for a new opportunity in the local area, recommend Optima and if we place them (providing they complete their 3-month probation period), you will receive a 100 retail voucher of your choice! Please note that if you have not been contacted within 5 working days, then unfortunately on this occasion your CV has not been shortlisted. By applying for this vacancy, you accept Optima Recruitment Limited’s Privacy and GDPR Policy which can be found on our website and therefore gives us consent to contact you. Optima Recruitment Limited are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy and are an equal opportunities employer .

Marketing Coordinator

Admin Coordinator Dorking | 25,000 Bonus (DOE) Are you a proactive, detail-oriented individual who loves keeping things organised and running smoothly? Our client is expanding and looking for a bright, motivated Admin Coordinator to join their growing team. If you're ready to take on a varied and rewarding role within a supportive and dynamic environment—this could be the perfect opportunity! What You’ll Be Doing As the Admin Coordinator, you’ll play a vital part in supporting the team with day-to-day operations, helping everything stay on track: Organising and attending meetings, taking clear and concise minutes Writing agendas and compiling reports for Managers Updating calendars, flagging key dates and upcoming events Scheduling tasks and meetings efficiently Following up on action points and providing ad hoc team support Managing daily, weekly, and annual admin tasks What We’re Looking For We’re seeking someone who is not only super organised but confident communicating across all levels of a business: Minimum of 2 years’ office experience Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal Comfortable working with senior team members High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities Adaptable, hardworking, and eager to learn Educated to a good level Perks &amp; Benefits This company offers a friendly and collaborative workplace with great extras: Full training provided Generous annual bonus yearly salary review Career development and progression opportunities Onsite car parking Casual dress code Regular social and charity events Pension scheme Vitality cover, Death in Service, and access to employee benefits portal Refer a Friend - Get 100! Know someone else perfect for this role? Refer them to Optima Recruitment! If we place them and they complete their 3-month probation, you’ll receive a 100 retail voucher of your choice. Apply Now! If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you! Please note: If you haven’t been contacted within 5 working days, unfortunately your application has not been shortlisted on this occasion.