Recruitment Consultant - Business Support (JR10005553) Reading, England
Salary: GBP26000 - GBP36000 per annum + PLUS uncapped bonus
Position: Recruitment Consultant
Specialism: Business Support
Location: Reading | Office‑based | RG1 2LG
Patch: Covering Bracknell, Wokingham & Maidenhead (Driving Required)
Salary: £26,000+ (Trainee) £30,000+ (Recruitment Experience)
Build a high‑potential desk. Grow your career. Be rewarded for your impact.
Reed Reading is looking for an ambitious Recruitment Consultant to join our Business Support team, managing a warm and high‑potential desk recruiting for admin, customer service & sales roles cross the Thames Valley. This is a brilliant opportunity for a recruiter or commercially minded sales professional who enjoys building long‑term relationships, developing new business and seeing the direct results of their effort, all with the backing of a trusted, market‑leading brand.
Why join Reed?
At Reed, we believe in rewarding performance, supporting development and creating an inclusive culture where people can thrive.
You’ll benefit from:
Uncapped bonus, paid every four weeks
Clear career progression with transparent promotion and management pathways
Incentives and recognition, including holidays, luxury rewards and high‑achiever programmes
Ongoing learning and development tailored to your career goals
A supportive, collaborative and inclusive culture within a trusted, ethical brand
About the role
You’ll take ownership of a commercial Business Support desk, recruiting office‑based roles such as administration, customer service and wider business support positions. You’ll work closely with local clients, becoming their go‑to recruitment partner while growing your market through proactive outbound business development. This role is office‑based in Reading and involves regular client visits across the local patch, so a full driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential.
What you’ll be doing
Developing new and existing client relationships across Reading and surrounding areas
Meeting clients on‑site to understand hiring needs and deliver tailored recruitment solutions
Sourcing, engaging and managing candidates through advertising, networking and referrals
Managing the full recruitment lifecycle from initial brief to placement and aftercare
Working towards clear KPIs while building a sustainable, profitable desk
What you’ll bring
At least 12 months’ experience in agency recruitment or B2B sales
Confidence building relationships and winning new business
A proactive, resilient and commercially minded approach
Strong organisation skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
Yes, I am currently eligible to work (work permit/visa/citizenship) in the country to which I am applying. No, I am not currently eligible to work (work permit/visa/citizenship) in the country to which I am applying.
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