Trainee Recruitment Consultant

  • Proactive Personnel Ltd
  • City, Manchester
  • Feb 11, 2026
Full time HR / Recruitment

Job Description

Pay: 26,000.00 + Commission

Job Description:

We're looking to recruit a Trainee Recruitment Consultant to join our established office in our Manchester Branch. If you have the experience and are ready for the next step, we're keen to discuss the role with you.

Ideally, we are looking for candidates with previous sales or recruitment experience, but if you are enthusiastic, energetic and willing to learn then this may be the ideal career opportunity. We are looking for a consultant to join our warm Industrial department.

What The Role Entails:-

  • Generate business through outbound sales and business development
  • Able to work in a busy and demanding office environment
  • Supply professional drivers to clients across the region
  • Manage client accounts daily
  • Generate candidates by sourcing using top job boards and local candidate attraction methods
  • Interview candidates and maintain recruitment administration
  • Develop long-term relationships with both candidates and clients
  • Provide assistance on the out of hour's mobile phone to clients and candidates, including weekends. (Rota basis)
  • Hold client meetings face-to-face

What you'll need to succeed:

  • Previous sales or recruitment industry experience (Desirable)
  • Ability to build and develop business relationships
  • A self-motivated, confident and tenacious approach
  • Desire to progress your career and be the best in your field
  • A full UK driving licence (desirable)

What You'll Receive in Return:

  • Work to realistic targets, in return, earn some excellent commission
  • We offer uncapped commission - targets are reviewed twice a year
  • Internal / branch support from experienced recruiters
  • Clear career path and progression
  • Annual / Quarterly and ad-hoc sales incentives
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Birthday off work
  • Fully funded training
  • Levy support is available should you wish to enhance your skills further and achieve a recognised qualification
  • Perkbox offered after 6 months successful probation
  • Healthcare care after 3 years of service
  • Company Car/ allowance once at senior level