via reed · 4 June 2026 ·10 days ago

Trainee Recruitment Consultant

Reed
Southampton Full-time GBP 27,000 – 30,000
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Looking for a role where your drive and ambition truly pay off? Join Reed, the UK’s leading specialist recruitment company, and build a rewarding career in sales.

At Reed Southampton, you’ll be part of a high-performing, supportive team based right by the marina – a fantastic place to start and grow your career. With over 100 years of combined recruitment experience in the office, you’ll be learning from some of the very best in the industry.

What you’ll be doing

As a Trainee Recruitment Consultant, you’ll develop into a trusted advisor for clients and candidates. This is a sales-focused role, where your success is driven by your ability to build relationships, spot opportunities and deliver results.

  • Developing new business and managing client relationships

  • Advertising and sourcing top talent

  • Interviewing and matching candidates to roles

  • Negotiating offers and closing deals

  • Building a strong personal brand in your market

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for people who are motivated by sales and success.

  • Experience in a sales environment is highly desirable (or previous recruitment experience)

  • A genuine desire to build a career in a target-driven, sales role

  • Strong communication skills and confidence

  • Resilience, ambition and a positive attitude

  • A proactive, results-driven mindset

Why join Reed?

Industry-leading training: Our award-winning induction and ongoing development programmes will set you up for long-term success.

Unrivalled experience: You’ll work alongside a team with decades of expertise, giving you access to invaluable knowledge and mentorship.

Career progression: We promote from within and provide clear, structured career paths.

Recognition & rewards: Our long-term service awards are among the best in the industry, celebrating dedication and success throughout your career.

Location perks: Enjoy working right by Southampton marina in a vibrant, inspiring setting.

If you’re driven by sales, thrive on achieving targets, and want to be part of a business that genuinely invests in your future, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and start your career with Reed.

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