Trainee Recruitment Consultant – Sales Recruitment (Academy)

• Location: London
• Salary: £27,000 basic + commission
• Start Date: Flexible
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Looking to break into recruitment with a business that actually trains you properly and gives you a genuine shot at earning well early on?

I’m working with a high-performing sales recruitment business that has built a reputation for developing some of the best consultants in the market through a structured academy model.

The Opportunity

• Join a dedicated academy programme with a clear learning pathway from day one
• Work alongside multiple £1M+ billers and learn directly from top performers
• Specialise in the sales / commercial recruitment space (high-fee, high-demand market)
• Be supported by in-house trainers and L&D specialists (not just “learn on the job”)
• Build your own desk with a clear route into full 360 recruitment

What You’ll Be Doing

• Sourcing and qualifying high-quality candidates
• Speaking to candidates daily and managing the interview process
• Supporting senior consultants on live roles with top-tier clients
• Learning business development and how to win new clients
• Working towards becoming a fully-fledged 360 consultant

What They’re Looking For

• Strong academics (ideally a 2:1 or above)
• Evidence of sales ability, competitiveness or resilience (sport, part-time work, targets etc.)
• Confident communicator with good energy and presence
• Money-motivated and driven to progress quickly
• Someone who understands recruitment is fast-paced and not easy

What’s On Offer

• £27,000 basic salary + commission
• Structured academy training programme with clear progression
• Direct exposure to top billers (£1M+ performers)
• A business with a strong track record of producing high-performing consultants
• Clear earning potential and progression into a high-billing desk

Apply Now

If you’re looking to get into recruitment properly (not just thrown in at the deep end) and want to learn from some of the best in the market, apply now or reach out for more info.