Trainee Recruitment Consultant
South Manchester
Permanent
£25,000 - £30,000 per annum – double OTE year one
Start your career in a market shaping the future of AI.
At Primus Connect, we hire based on potential, ambition, and attitude.
If you’re looking for a place where you can learn quickly, take ownership early, and be rewarded for your performance, you’ll fit right in.
About Primus Connect
We specialise in recruiting for Data & AI talent. More specifically, the Databricks ecosystem, one of the fastest-growing areas in tech.
We work with consultancies, global organisations, and high-growth businesses to build the teams driving modern data platforms and AI adoption.
We’re a focused, specialist business, and that’s our advantage.
The role
You’ll focus on a specific area within Data & AI, building a clear understanding of:
* Who the key players are
* Where demand is growing
* What top talent looks like
You’ll learn how to:
* Identify high-value candidates in a niche market
* Understand what drives their decisions
* Connect with hiring managers and
* Connect them to opportunities where they can make an impact
What You’ll Be Doing
* Mapping out a niche area of the Data & AI market
* Identifying and engaging high-quality candidates
* Having structured conversations to understand experience, motivations, and goals
* Supporting live client requirements with shortlists and insights
* Learning how to manage recruitment processes from first contact to placement
* Building a network that becomes more valuable over time
Over time, you’ll move from supporting deals to owning parts of the process yourself.
What You’ll Get
* £25,000–£30,000 base salary
* Average OTE in year 1 - £60,000 +
* Uncapped commission
* Direct training from experienced, high-performing recruiters
* Early responsibility, you won’t be waiting months to contribute
* A focused environment designed to help you improve quickly
* A market that’s growing fast (Data & AI)
* Skills that are commercially valuable and transferable
What We’re Looking For
* B2B sales experience
* Strong communication skills
* A genuine interest in delivering a high-quality service
* Self-starter mentality with ambition, resilience, and drive
* Takes pride in their work and output
* Thrives in a meritocratic, performance-led environment
If you're looking to build a rewarding career in recruitment and want to be part of a successful, growing business click apply now!