Trainee Recruitment Consultant – Immediate Start Bromley - London (must live in a commutable distance) We are looking for ambitious Trainee Recruitment Consultants, graduates, and career starters to join Summit's high-performing clients. We are seeking hardworking, driven, self-starting individuals who want to build a long-term career in recruitment — either as top performers, future leaders, or successful managers. If you’re frustrated by office politics, unfair commission schemes, slow progression, or simply looking for a fresh environment where you can truly thrive — it’s time to consider working in recruitment. Who are we looking for? There is no “ideal” candidate. No specific experience is required. Recruitment is a fast-paced, sales-driven career. While a background in sales can help, it is by no means essential. Trainee Consultants come from a wide range of backgrounds, including: Hospitality Construction Call centres Competitive sport Education The military Russell Group universities If you can demonstrate: Strong work ethic Excellent communication skills Money motivation Drive and ambition Resilience and grit A desire to succeed A sense of humour …then you have the foundations to succeed in recruitment. We particularly welcome: Recent Graduates or equivalent (2026 Graduate will not be considered at present at this in an immediate start) Confident communicators who build rapport quickly Those with sporting backgrounds or leadership roles in societies/committees Competitive, resilient individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments What would a career in recruitment look like? This is a true meritocracy — your progression and earnings are entirely in your hands. If you are not afraid of hard work, you will be rewarded. Year 1 – Trainee Recruitment Consultant 1:1 mentoring from top-performing consultants Full training from day one Uncapped commission structure Realistic earnings: £35,000 – £50,000 Most trainees achieve two promotions in their first year Year 2 – Recruitment Consultant / Senior Consultant Strong performers move into Senior Consultant roles Increased responsibility and higher billing potential Realistic earnings: £50,000 – £65,000 Year 3 – Senior Consultant / Team Lead Clear pathway into management Leading a small team of 1–3 consultants or focusing purely on billing Realistic earnings: £65,000 – £80,000 Year 4 – Leadership Track Progression towards Associate Director / Director level Managing a team of 4–8 consultants Enrolment in a structured Leadership & Development Programme Many consultants are on track for six-figure earnings What you’ll actually be doing As a Trainee Recruitment Consultant, you will: Learn recruitment from the ground up with structured training Build relationships with clients and candidates in high-value markets such as: FinTech Legal Technology Executive Search Professional Services Become a sector specialist to maximise your earning potential Work towards clear targets and KPIs Negotiate, close deals, and celebrate wins with your team What’s on offer Competitive base salary uncapped commission from day one Structured training and clear career progression Access to leading recruitment firms across London Hybrid Working Environments (typically once you've passed probation/hit targets) Company equipment, phone, laptop etc High-energy, social culture with incentives and team events A career where your effort directly impacts your earnings Important reality check Recruitment is not for everyone. It is competitive, demanding, and results-driven. While it involves people, it is fundamentally a sales role. You will need to be: Commercially sharp Resilient under pressure Motivated by targets and results Open to feedback Comfortable with rejection Driven by success and financial rewards If that excites you rather than scares you — recruitment could be the perfect career for you.