Interaction Recruitment is one of the UK’s fastest-growing independent recruitment businesses and proudly recognised as the UK’s #1 General Recruiter. Established in 1986, we operate from over 30 offices nationwide, supplying recruitment solutions across Industrial, Driving, Commercial, Engineering and more.
Due to continued growth in our Watford office, we’re looking to hire a Trainee Recruitment Consultant. This role is ideal for someone with strong outbound sales experience who’s ready to move into a long-term career with high earning potential, clear progression, and genuine autonomy.
The Role
This is a full 360 recruitment role, where you’ll be trained to build and run your own desk from day one with ongoing support from experienced managers and consultants.
You’ll learn how to:
Win new business through outbound sales, networking, and relationship building
Develop and manage your own temp desk as well as place permanent candidates in to roles
Source, interview, and place candidates into Industrial and Driving roles
Build long-term client partnerships and maximise account revenue
Manage the full recruitment process from business development through to placement
Develop a structured plan to grow your desk and earnings over time
What We Offer
Uncapped Commission – NO THRESHOLDS
Earn commission from your first placement with no minimum target to hit
Industry-Leading Commission & Bonus Schemes
Multiple ways to earn through desk growth, monthly billings, and quarterly performance
Structured Training & Ongoing Support
Hands-on training from experienced recruiters
Continuous coaching to fast-track your development
No Red Tape / No Vertical Restrictions
Freedom to work your market and place candidates where they fit best
Best-in-Class Tools & Infrastructure
Market-leading job boards and candidate databases
Advertising and posting tools
Access to a 250+ consultant network across 10 specialist divisions
Wide Geographical Remit
No territory limitations or oversaturated markets
Clear Career Progression
Transparent promotion and pay-rise criteria set from day one
What We’re Looking For
Strong outbound sales experience (B2B)
Confidence picking up the phone and winning new business
Resilient, driven, and motivated by results and high earnings
Commercial mindset with a desire to build something long-term
Professional, personable, and ambitious
Recruitment experience not required – full training provided
Experience in Industrial or Driving recruitment is a bonus, but absolutely not essential.
Why Interaction Recruitment?
Financially stable, independent recruiter
Entrepreneurial, non-corporate culture
Genuine autonomy and ownership of your desk
Expanding Watford office with long-term career opportunities
If you’re looking to move away from traditional sales into a career where effort equals reward, we’d love to hear from you.
If you're interested in this role and would like more info then please contact Jack Ibbotson in our Watford office on
Recruitment Consultant / Trainee Consultant / Sales / New Business
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