Trainee Recruitment Consultant

Trainee Recruitment Consultant – Southampton

We are a well-established recruitment business with a strong reputation for developing successful consultants and creating long-term careers.

With an established presence across the UK, we are known for our supportive, people-first culture and our commitment to recognising and rewarding hard work. We offer a collaborative and down-to-earth environment where individuals are encouraged to grow, develop confidence, and build a successful career within recruitment.
 
We are now looking for a Trainee Recruitment Consultant to join our Southampton team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to start or build a career within recruitment, sales, or business development. You’ll receive hands-on training and ongoing support while learning how to manage the full recruitment process. The role will involve speaking with clients and candidates daily, building relationships, sourcing talent, and supporting businesses with their hiring needs. You’ll work closely with experienced consultants in a fast-paced, team-focused environment.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a customer-facing, sales, retail, hospitality, account management, or business development role would be beneficial
• Confident communicator with strong relationship-building skills
• Motivated, ambitious, and eager to learn
• Positive attitude with a proactive approach to work
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with new and existing clients across the region
• Learn how to win new business opportunities and grow your market
• Support the full recruitment process from vacancy qualification through to placement
• Source and engage candidates through advertising, networking, and headhunting
• Match candidates to suitable opportunities and coordinate interviews
• Provide excellent service and tailored recruitment support to clients and candidates
• Work collaboratively with the wider team to achieve targets and celebrate success
• Develop knowledge of your market and build a strong professional network

In return, you’ll receive a competitive basic salary alongside uncapped commission, giving you the opportunity to increase your earnings as you develop within the role. The business also offers structured training, ongoing career progression, regular incentives and competitions, and the opportunity to join a genuinely supportive team environment where hard work is recognised and personality is encouraged.
 
Interested applicants should apply now for an initial confidential chat.