Trainee Recruitment Consultant
Location: Leicester (LE3 3AW)
Salary: £25,000 + Uncapped Commission + Paid Volunteer Leave + Employee Assistance Programme + Green Commute Initiative + Incentives & Awards + More

Kickstart Your Career in Recruitment!

Are you motivated, competitive, and ready to succeed in a fast-paced sales environment? Do you want a role where your performance directly impacts how much you earn? If that sounds like you, ATA Recruitment has the perfect opportunity!

We’re expanding our thriving Manufacturing Contract Recruitment team in Leicester and are looking for a driven individual to join us as a Trainee Recruitment Consultant. You’ll be working alongside the highest billing contract recruiter at ATA, managing a busy desk with a strong client base across the Midlands and the UK. This means you'll step into a fast-moving environment with immediate opportunities to succeed.

At ATA, we don’t just give you a job — we provide a clear career path with full training and support. Our structured development plan will guide you through each step, helping you progress from Trainee to a fully-fledged 360 Recruitment Consultant with the potential to manage your own client base.

What You'll Be Doing as a Trainee Recruitment Consultant:

Initially, you’ll focus on building a solid understanding of the recruitment process, candidate management, and market insight. Your key responsibilities will include:

Candidate Sourcing – Using job boards, LinkedIn, and our internal database to identify top candidates.
Candidate Interviewing – Conducting structured interviews to assess candidate suitability and match them with roles.
Candidate Management – Managing candidates through the recruitment process, from initial contact to successful placement.
Lead Generation – Identifying potential business opportunities and tracking market trends.
Database Management – Keeping our CRM system updated with accurate candidate and client information.

Progress to a 360 Recruitment Consultant:

Once you’ve mastered the fundamentals, you’ll transition into a full 360 recruitment role, where you’ll manage the entire recruitment cycle. This includes:

Business Development – Actively approaching businesses, securing new clients, and building long-term partnerships.
Client Management – Managing and developing client relationships, ensuring high-quality service and repeat business.
Sales Strategy – Using market insights to deliver tailored recruitment solutions.
Full-Cycle Recruitment – Managing roles from start to finish, from sourcing and interviewing to negotiating offers and closing deals.

What We’re Looking For:

We’re looking for individuals with the right mindset and drive to succeed. If you have a competitive edge and are motivated by targets and results, we want to hear from you!

A confident and engaging communicator
Ambitious and target-driven
Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
B2B or B2C sales experience (preferred but not essential)
High levels of spoken and written English
Resilient and motivated to succeed in a sales-focused environment

Why Join ATA Recruitment?

At ATA Recruitment, we reward success and provide the tools you need to excel. Here’s what you can expect:

Uncapped Commission – The more you bill, the more you earn!
Structured Career Progression – A clear path from Trainee to Consultant with regular reviews and milestones.
Incentives & Awards – Quarterly and annual awards, team incentives, and exclusive events.
Comprehensive Training – Industry-leading training and development to help you succeed.

Ready to Take Control of Your Career?

If you’re looking for a role where your success drives your earning potential and career growth, ATA Recruitment is the place for you.

Contact our Talent Manager, Rachael Bailey-Frost, today to find out more and start your journey in recruitment!

Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation