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Trainee Recruitment Consultant – Career Change Opportunity
 
Ready for a career change where effort actually pays off?
If you’re feeling stuck, bored, or ready for something with real progression, becoming a Trainee Recruitment Consultant could be the ideal move. This role offers clear development, uncapped earning potential and a career path based on performance (not time served), for individuals who want to work hard, learn quickly and have a genuine long-term career.
 
We welcome applicants from hospitality, retail, customer service, sales, travel, estate agency, or any people‑focused profession — as well as graduates looking to start a recruitment career.
 
What you’ll get in return as a Trainee Recruitment Consultant:

• Earning potential: £25,250 basic salary plus uncapped commission - 1st year OTE £30–35k (top billers £100k+)
• Credibility: Join a multi-award winning, stable and established recruitment agency
• Progression: Clear route from Trainee to Senior Consultant and beyond
• Transferable skills: Commercial awareness, negotiation, relationship management

 
For the right person, this 360 recruitment role offers far more progression than many traditional career paths.
 
What you’ll do:
As a Trainee Recruitment Consultant, you’ll be trained to manage the full 360 recruitment process, including:

• Building relationships with candidates and clients
• Having confident commercial conversations
• Working in a fast‑paced, target‑driven environment
• Matching candidates to suitable roles
• Managing multiple priorities professionally
• Handling feedback, pressure and rejection positively

 
You’ll begin office‑based to learn from experienced consultants and accelerate your development.
Location: Manchester City centre
Hours: 7:30am–4:30pm, reduced hours in school holidays
 
In your first 6 months as a Trainee Recruitment Consultant, you will…

• Structured training from day one
• High‑activity role: calls, interviews, follow‑ups
• Regular coaching and clear expectations
• Gradual increase in responsibility
• Supportive environment designed for fast growth

 
Who we’re looking for as a Trainee Recruitment Consultant:
No 360 recruitment experience needed — just:

• A genuine motivation for a career change
• Strong people and communication skills
• Resilience, confidence and a positive mindset
• Willingness to learn, take feedback and push yourself
• Comfort working in an office‑based environment while training

 
If you’re looking for something “easy” or low-pressure, this won’t be the right fit. If you’re looking for growth, challenge, and reward — it might be.
 
Interested?
If you’re ready to step out of your comfort zone and into a role as a Trainee Recruitment Consultant where your effort and attitude genuinely shape your future, apply now.
 
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