via reed · 1 June 2026 ·5 days ago

Trainee Recruitment Consultant

Time Recruitment
Manchester Full-time GBP 24,000 – 27,000
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Job Title: Trainee Recruitment Consultant

Role Summary:

As a Trainee Recruitment Consultant, you will embark on an exciting career in a dynamic, fast-paced, and sales-driven environment. This entry-level position offers comprehensive training to help you master the full recruitment lifecycle-from sourcing and engaging candidates to building lasting client relationships and delivering successful placements. You will develop crucial skills in business development, sales, customer service, and people management, all within a target-driven, commercial context.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Learn to manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including candidate sourcing, screening, interviewing, and placement.

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and candidates to understand their needs and deliver tailored recruitment solutions.

  • Generate new business opportunities through proactive prospecting and networking.

  • Achieve and exceed individual and team targets in a competitive sales environment.

  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure a seamless recruitment experience.

  • Continuously develop your knowledge of the industry, market trends, and recruitment best practices.

Qualifications & Skills:
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a passion for building relationships.

  • Self-motivated and target-driven with a positive, can-do attitude.

  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, competitive environment.

  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.

  • Previous sales or customer-facing experience is advantageous but not essential.

  • Eagerness to learn and grow within the recruitment industry.

Why Join Us?
  • Comprehensive training program to develop your recruitment expertise from day one.

  • Clear career progression pathways with ongoing support and mentorship.

  • Opportunity to gain valuable sales and people management experience.

  • Rewarding, target-driven role with performance-based incentives.

  • Work within a vibrant, supportive team culture that encourages growth and success.

Kick-start your career in recruitment with us and unlock your potential in a role that offers challenge, learning, and long-term career opportunities.

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