Senior Recruitment Consultant - Education Sector | St Albans Office
£35,000-£60,000 Base Salary (DOE & Performance) + Uncapped Commission
Monthly Commission | No Threshold | Annual Super Commission up to £25,000
Full-Time | Immediate Start
Are you an experienced recruitment consultant ready to take your career to the next level?
At Tradewind Recruitment, one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies, we set the highest standards in the industry and reward our people generously. With the highest consultant retention rate of any UK teaching agency, joining us means becoming part of a team where talent is developed, hard work is recognised, and success is celebrated.
We're looking for ambitious, driven, and resilient Senior Consultants who thrive in a high-performance environment. If you're motivated by targets, eager to progress, and want to be part of a company that values excellence and reward, this could be your next career move.
What We Offer:
£35,000-£60,000 base salary, depending on experience and performance
Uncapped monthly commission with no threshold
Annual Super Commission bonus of up to £25,000
35+ days of annual leave plus flexible hours during school holidays
Award-winning training and ongoing professional development
International incentive trips, monthly rewards, and team celebrations
A positive, values-driven culture with exceptional consultant retention
Clear progression pathways into management and senior leadership rolesYour Role:
Manage and grow your own desk specialising in education recruitment
Source, place, and support teachers and school staff across the region
Build and maintain strong relationships with schools and candidates
Drive revenue, exceed targets, and lead by example within your team
Collaborate closely with a motivated, high-performing team
Act as a trusted advisor to schools, shaping recruitment strategies and delivering resultsWho We're Looking For:
We're seeking experienced education recruitment consultants with a proven track record of success. You'll be:
Driven, ambitious, and resilient - thriving in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
Confident and proactive - you take ownership and deliver results independently
Experienced in education recruitment with strong billing and business development performance
An excellent communicator with outstanding relationship-building and organisational skills
Motivated to grow your career and take on greater responsibility
Aligned with Tradewind's values: professionalism, positivity, and a commitment to excellenceAbout Tradewind Recruitment:
With over 25 years of experience and offices nationwide, Tradewind Recruitment is one of the UK's most respected names in education recruitment. We're proud to be the only education recruiter featured five times in The Sunday Times Top 100 Companies to Work For.
We invest heavily in our people, celebrate their achievements, and offer long-term careers-not just jobs.
Offices: London | St Albans | Bristol | Kent | Northampton | Durham | Birmingham | Manchester | Liverpool | Hull | Preston | Nottingham | Sheffield | LA
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