Trainee Contracts Recruitment Consultant
Location: Didsbury
Salary: £26k + Uncapped Commission
Overview
A high-growth, international recruitment business specialising in technology talent is seeking ambitious individuals to join its contracts division as Trainee Recruitment Consultants.
Operating within one of the most established and high-performing areas of the business, the role focuses on delivering freelance talent into a fast-moving European technology market. This is an entry-level opportunity designed for individuals looking to build a long-term, commercially driven career in recruitment, with clear progression into sales, client management, and leadership.
The Role
The Trainee Contracts Recruitment Consultant will follow a structured, two-phase development pathway, beginning with candidate delivery before progressing into a full 360 recruitment role.
The position offers hands-on training, mentorship from experienced consultants, and exposure to a high-performance, revenue-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
Phase 1: Recruitment & Delivery
* Source, engage, and qualify freelance technology professionals within a specialist market
* Build and maintain long-term relationships with contractors across international regions
* Develop a strong understanding of market dynamics, including skill sets, availability, and contract rates
* Map target markets and generate valuable market intelligence (leads, hiring trends, opportunities)
* Support live roles by matching candidates to client requirements
Phase 2: Sales & Business Development
* Transition into a 360 recruitment role with increasing commercial responsibility
* Identify and develop new business opportunities
* Build relationships with hiring managers and key decision-makers
* Take ownership of job briefs and manage recruitment processes end-to-end
* Progress towards full client and account ownership
Training and Development
* Structured onboarding and ongoing training programme
* Clear progression framework into 360 recruitment and leadership roles
* 1:1 mentoring from senior consultants and top performers
* Continuous development in both recruitment delivery and business development
Candidate Profile
The role is suited to individuals early in their career who are motivated by progression, earnings, and long-term success in a commercial environment.
Essential Skills & Attributes:
* Strong communication and relationship-building ability
* Commercial mindset with a desire to succeed in a sales-driven role
* High levels of resilience, motivation, and ambition
* Ability to work in a target-driven, performance-focused environment
* Interest in technology or specialist markets
Preferred Background:
* Experience in sales, recruitment, or a customer-facing role
* Exposure to outbound, B2B, or call-based sales environments
* 1–3 years’ professional experience in a commercial setting
What’s on Offer
* Competitive base salary with uncapped commission
* Permanent contract from day one
* Structured training and clear career progression
* Hybrid working options and flexible benefits
* Early finish Fridays and additional leave incentives
* Incentives including team events, trips, and performance rewards
* Opportunity to work within a high-growth, international business
Career Progression
* This role is designed to develop future high-performing consultants. Successful individuals will progress into full 360 Recruitment Consultant roles, with the opportunity to build their own desk, increase revenue generation, and move into senior or leadership positions over time.