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Graduate Recruitment Consultant
- Posted: 10-04-2026
- Category: Internal Roles
- Location: Manchester
- Type: Full-time / Permanent
- Salary: £25000 - £30000 per annum
Are you a graduate looking to begin a fast‑paced career with rapid progression, strong earning potential and full training from day one? Joining us as a Graduate Recruitment Consultant could be the ideal next step.
Recruitment is one of the UK’s most popular graduate career paths, perfect for ambitious individuals who want a role where hard work leads directly to success. If you’re confident, motivated and great with people, we’ll support you to build a successful long‑term career in recruitment.
Why Become a Graduate Recruitment Consultant?
- £25,250 basic salary + uncapped commission
- 1st year OTE £30–35k (top billers £100k+)
- Join a multi‑award‑winning, established recruitment agency
- Clear progression to Senior Recruitment Consultant and beyond
- Structured training, coaching and ongoing professional development
Many of our Senior Consultants and Regional Directors began their careers with us as graduates.
The Role
As a Graduate Recruitment Consultant, you’ll be trained to manage a 360 recruitment desk, working closely with candidates and clients. You will learn how to:
- Source, screen and interview candidates daily
- Build new business using a variety of sales techniques
- Understand client needs and job requirements
- Match candidates to suitable opportunities
- Work in a fast‑paced, target‑driven environment
- Handle feedback, pressure and rejection positively
Location: Manchester City Centre
Hours: 7:30am–4:30pm (reduced hours in school holidays)
Your First 6 Months
- Comprehensive recruitment training from day one
- Clear goals and achievable milestones
- High‑activity learning: calls, interviews, sourcing
- Regular coaching, feedback and support
- Increased responsibility as your confidence grows
Who This Role Suits
- Strong communicators with excellent people skills
- Ambitious, driven and resilient graduates
- Individuals seeking a role where effort = reward
- Energetic, fast‑paced personalities eager to learn
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If you’re looking for a Graduate Recruitment Consultant role where you’ll develop quickly, be challenged and earn based on performance, apply now.
Reference: SM1LER
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