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Trainee Recruitment Consultant

Posted: 27-02-2026
Category: Internal Roles
Location: Birmingham
Type: Full-time / Permanent
Salary: £25000 - £35000 per annum

Trainee Recruitment Consultant – Perfect for a Career Change or Graduate

Ready for a career change where your effort genuinely pays off?
If you’re feeling stuck, unchallenged or craving real progression, becoming a Trainee Recruitment Consultant could be the ideal next step. This role offers structured development, uncapped earning potential and a long‑term career path built on performance, not time served.

We welcome applicants from hospitality, retail, customer service, sales, travel, estate agency, care, or any people‑focused background — as well as graduates looking to start a recruitment career.

What You’ll Receive as a Trainee Recruitment Consultant

£25,250 basic salary + uncapped commission
1st year OTE £30–35k (top billers earn £100k+)
Join a multi‑award‑winning, established recruitment agency
Clear progression from Trainee to Senior Recruitment Consultant and beyond
Develop skills in negotiation, communication and commercial awareness

This 360 recruitment role offers faster progression than many traditional career paths.

What You’ll Do (360 Recruitment Consultant Training)
You’ll be trained to manage the full 360 recruitment process, including:

Building relationships with candidates and clients
Conducting confident, commercial conversations
Business development via outbound sales call and meetings
Working in a fast‑paced, target‑driven environment
Matching candidates to suitable roles
Managing multiple priorities professionally
Handling pressure, feedback and rejection positively

You’ll start office‑based to learn directly from experienced Recruitment Consultants.

Location: Birmingham City Centre
Hours: 7:30am–4:30pm (reduced hours in school holidays)

Your First 6 Months

Structured recruitment training from day one
High‑activity schedule: calls, interviews, follow‑ups
Regular coaching, support and clear expectations
Gradual increase in responsibility
A supportive team focused on fast progression

Who We’re Looking For No recruitment experience needed — just:

Strong communication and people skills
Confidence, resilience and a positive attitude
Motivation for a genuine career change
Willingness to learn and step outside your comfort zone
Comfort working in an office‑based role

If you want challenge, growth and real reward, this could be the perfect fit.

Apply Now
If you’re ready to build a successful career as a Trainee Recruitment Consultant, apply now.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.

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