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Trainee Recruitment Consultant

  • Posted: 04-08-2026
  • Category: Internal Roles
  • Location: Birmingham
  • Type: Full-time / Permanent
  • Salary: £25500 - £35000 per annum
Trainee Recruitment Consultant – Career Change Opportunity

Start a High-Growth Career in Recruitment

Looking for a career where your hard work directly influences your earnings, progression and long-term success? If you're ready for a career change, this Trainee Recruitment Consultant opportunity offers a clear route into a fast-paced, rewarding and high-performing recruitment environment.

We're keen to hear from people with experience in hospitality, retail, customer service, sales, travel, estate agency, care or any other people-focused role. Graduates looking to kick-start their professional career are also encouraged to apply.

Why Join Us as a Trainee Recruitment Consultant?
  • £25,500 basic salary + uncapped commission
  • 1st Year OTE £30,000-£35,000
  • Top-performing consultants earn £100,000+
  • Join a multi-award-winning recruitment agency
  • Clear career progression to Recruitment Consultant, Senior Recruitment Consultant and Management
  • Structured training programme, coaching and mentoring
  • Develop valuable skills in sales, business development, negotiation, account management and relationship building

This is a genuine opportunity to build a long-term career as a 360 Recruitment Consultant.

The Role – Trainee Recruitment Consultant (360 Recruitment)
You'll receive full training to manage the complete recruitment lifecycle, including:
  • Sourcing, screening and interviewing candidates
  • Building strong relationships with clients and candidates
  • Developing new business through proactive sales activity
  • Managing vacancies and recruitment campaigns
  • Matching candidates to suitable opportunities
  • Conducting business development calls and client meetings
  • Working towards KPIs, targets and revenue goals
  • Handling feedback, objections and challenges professionally

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

What We're Looking For
  • Full driving licence is essential
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Confident, resilient and ambitious individuals
  • Motivated to build a successful career in recruitment or sales
  • Target-driven with a positive and proactive mindset
  • Eager to learn, develop and progress
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, office-based environment

No previous recruitment experience is required. Attitude, work ethic and potential are more important than industry background.

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If you're ready to launch your career as a Trainee Recruitment Consultant and join a business that rewards ambition with progression, development and uncapped earning potential, apply today.

Reference: SM1LER

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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