Trainee Recruitment Consultant (Aviation Engineering)
Company: Volantes Technical Recruitment Ltd
Location: Bournemouth, UK (Hybrid options depending on candidate)
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Competitive base + commission (OTE uncapped)
Start Date: ASAP
About Volantes
Volantes is a specialist recruitment agency focused on aviation engineering and technical staffing, supporting clients across the commercial, corporate/VIP and MRO sectors. We work with world-class operators and engineering organisations, connecting top engineering talent with high-quality opportunities across the UK, UAE, Europe and beyond.
We’re growing fast and looking for a driven, motivated Trainee Recruitment Consultant to join the team and build a long-term career in recruitment.
You will be based out of our Bournemouth office with the opportunity for hybrid work on completion of probationary period.
Role Overview
As a Trainee Recruitment Consultant, you will be trained to become a full 360 recruiter, supporting the full recruitment lifecycle including candidate sourcing, screening, client support, and eventually business development.
This role is ideal for someone who is hungry to learn, confident on the phone, and wants a high-performance career with clear progression and uncapped earning potential.
Key Responsibilities
Candidate Resourcing & Attraction
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Identify and source engineering professionals using LinkedIn, job boards, CV databases and referrals
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Approach candidates through calls, messages and email campaigns
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Build and maintain a pipeline of active and passive candidates
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Learn how to market candidates effectively to clients
Candidate Management
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Conduct initial screening interviews and assess suitability
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Support candidates through the process: briefings, interview prep, updates and offer management
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Ensure a strong candidate experience from first contact to placement
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Keep internal systems up to date (CRM / ATS tracking)
Client Support & Delivery
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Support senior consultants with job intake calls and role qualification
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Assist in producing shortlists for aviation engineering vacancies
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Communicate professionally with clients, confirming availability, interview logistics and feedback
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Learn the aviation industry terminology, roles, and contract structures
Sales & Development (Training Progression Path)
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Learn how to win new business and develop client accounts
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Shadow experienced team members on client calls
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Progress into managing client relationships and delivering full recruitment solutions
Training & Progression
You’ll receive structured training covering:
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Recruitment fundamentals (resourcing, calls, screening, compliance)
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Aviation engineering market knowledge
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Candidate control and process management
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Commercial training: negotiation, client development, objection handling
What We’re Looking For
Essential
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Strong communication skills (spoken and written)
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Confident phone manner and comfortable speaking with professionals
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Self-motivated, consistent work ethic and competitive mindset
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Able to work under pressure and hit activity targets
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Organised, reliable and detail-focused
Desirable
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Interest in aviation, engineering, or technical markets
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Previous customer-facing / sales / telesales experience
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Knowledge of LinkedIn sourcing
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Previous Recruitment experience