Graduate Trainee Recruitment Consultant - Full Time - Leeds

  • Catering
  • Leeds, Yorkshire
  • Aug 28, 2026
Full time HR / Recruitment

Job Description

At SThree, were not just hiring recruiterswere building the next generation of STEM talent matchmakers. If youre curious, driven, and ready to make a real impact, this is your launchpad.

Were a global STEM workforce consultancy, connecting brilliant minds with the worlds most innovative companies. From Life Sciences to Tech, Engineering to Maths we help shape the future one placement at a time.

Leeds City Centre

Hybrid Working(4 days office / 1 day home)

Starting Salary: £27,500+(Higher DOE)

Uncapped Commission No Threshold No Limits

Start Your Career Where the Future Works

Outpace Tomorrow Together

What Youll Be Doing

This isnt just a jobits a career accelerator. As an Associate (Trainee) Recruitment Consultant, youll:

  • Use digital tools, referrals, and events to find top talent
  • Interview and assess candidates to match them with the right roles
  • Build strong relationships with clients and candidates
  • Negotiate offers - Make placements
  • Manage the full recruitment cycle (360) from start to finish
  • Vertical market specialist

Youll be supported every step of the way withbest-in-class trainingand a clear path to promotion through our SThreeVelocity Programme.

What You Bring

Were looking for people who are:

  • Self-motivated and proactive
  • Resilient and competitive
  • Great communicators and team players
  • Quick learners with a growth mindset
  • Experienced in sales, or similar commercial customer centric roles
Heads Up

This is an entry point into recruitment but not into the working world. Youll need some prior experience in a fast-paced, people-focused commercial environment.

What Youll Get

We believe in rewarding potential. Heres whats in it for you:

  • Competitive salary + uncapped commission
  • Global career opportunities (33 locations worldwide)
  • Incentive trips to amazing destinations
  • Director Lunch Clubs at top restaurants
  • Thrive wellbeing community
  • Private medical cover + optional dental
  • 28 days holiday + bank holidays + buy more
  • Industry-leading parental leave
  • Company share scheme
  • Velocity career progression programme
Culture That Feels Like You

We're a team of diverse, creative, and ambitious individualsfrom ex-athletes to DJs to writers. What unites us? Were all in on doing the right thing, building relationships, thinking big, and having fun while we do it.

Expect Friday wrap-ups, team shoutouts, socials, and a culture that celebrates you being you!

Lets Talk

Salary:

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Leeds