Trainee Recruitment Consultant

Reed

Posted 18 days ago, valid for 8 days

London, Greater London W4 3EG, England

£20,000 - £30,000 per annum

Full Time

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Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
Location: Brentford, West London (Hybrid)

Join a leading educational recruitment agency with a ten-year legacy of growth and success. We are currently seeking a Trainee Recruitment Consultant to join a dynamic team. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about the education sector and looking to make a significant impact by pairing teaching professionals with their ideal roles in schools across London and the Home Counties.

Day to Day of the role:

Build and maintain relationships with education professionals, matching them with suitable roles within primary, secondary, and SEN schools.
Offer personalized support to candidates, aligning opportunities with their career aspirations.
Engage with senior leaders within schools to understand their staffing needs and provide tailored solutions.
Develop a deep understanding of educational recruitment and school environments.
Drive sales activities, including making outbound calls and attending client meetings.
Work closely with our resourcing department to recruit top candidates for your desk.
Negotiate pay rates and foster positive relationships with candidates.
Achieve financial targets and monitor the success of job placements.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Proven sales ability is essential.
Bachelor’s degree with a 2:1 or above.
Minimum of 1 year of experience in recruitment, preferably within a temporary recruitment sector.
Knowledge of the UK education system.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Professional appearance and demeanor.
Ambition for a long-term career in recruitment.
Self-motivated and proactive.
Successful track record in employment and education.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills.
Confidence in conducting interviews and engaging with senior stakeholders.
Empathy towards job seekers.

Benefits:

Modern office environment with complimentary gym membership.
Clear career progression opportunities.
Generous holiday allowance and competitive salary with increases post-probation.
Support from a dedicated candidate team to grow your desk and sales.
Supportive management invested in your professional development.
Inclusive team culture with regular social events and incentives.
Flexible working hours, including reduced hours during school holidays and work-from-home options on Mondays and Fridays.
Performance-driven commission structure.
Comprehensive wellness program for physical and mental health.