Recruitment Consultant – Exeter, Devon
* Competitive basic salary + uncapped commission | OTE £60K+
* Hybrid Working
About Us
At Proactive Appointments, we’ve been connecting exceptional talent with outstanding opportunities for over 34 years. With offices in Surrey and Exeter, we’re recognised specialists in IT Contract and Permanent Recruitment — and we’re growing!
We’re now looking for a driven, ambitious Recruitment Consultant to join our friendly and high-performing team.
The Role
You’ll have the freedom and support to build your own desk and develop long-term client relationships in your chosen or generalist IT area. Whether you’ve worked as an Account Manager, Delivery Consultant, or Business Development Manager, this is your chance to take the next step and make your mark in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.
You’ll be the bridge between clients and high-calibre candidates, matching the right people to the right opportunities while offering trusted market insight and genuine value.
What You’ll Do
* Develop and nurture new client relationships through outreach and networking
* Source, engage and support candidates throughout their recruitment journey
* Manage your own desk with autonomy and commercial freedom within the UK
* Collaborate with our dedicated delivery team for candidate sourcing and support as required
What We’re Looking For
* Experience in a client-facing recruitment role (any sector)
* Confident communicator who thrives on building relationships
* Ambitious, motivated, and target-driven with a strong work ethic
* Resilient, proactive, ethical and commercially astute
* Ready to take ownership and grow a business within a business
* High energy and ready and willing to put in the work
Why Join Us?
Uncapped Earnings – Competitive salary + commission (realistic OTE £60K+)
Generous Holidays – 29 days (rising to 34 with service incl. bank holidays)
Career Growth – Training, development, and clear progression paths
Work-Life Balance – 1 day WFH per week & early finish on Fridays
Convenient Location – Out-of-town office with parking and easy access to M5/A30
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Please submit your CV