Recruitment Consultant – Exeter

Competitive basic salary + uncapped commission | OTE £60K+

Hybrid Working

About Us

At Proactive Appointments, we’ve been connecting exceptional talent with outstanding opportunities for over 34 years. With offices in Surrey and Exeter, we’re recognised specialists in IT Contract and Permanent Recruitment

We’re looking for a driven, ambitious Recruitment Consultant to join our friendly and high-performing team.

The Role

You’ll have the freedom and support to build your own desk and develop long-term client relationships in your chosen or generalist IT area. This is your chance to take the next step and make your mark in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.

You’ll be the bridge between clients and high-calibre candidates, matching the right people to the right opportunities while offering trusted market insight and genuine value.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and nurture new client relationships through outreach and networking
• Manage your own desk with autonomy and commercial freedom within the UK
• Source, engage and support candidates throughout their recruitment journey
• Collaborate with our dedicated delivery team for candidate sourcing and support as required

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in a client-facing recruitment role (any sector)
• Proven ability to generate new business
• Confident communicator who thrives on building relationships
• Ambitious, motivated, and target-driven with a strong work ethic
• Resilient, proactive, ethical and commercially astute
• Ready to take ownership and grow a business within a business
• High energy and ready and willing to put in the work

Why Join Us?

Uncapped Earnings – Competitive salary + commission (realistic OTE £60K+)

Generous Holidays – 29 days (rising to 34 with service incl. bank holidays)

Career Growth – Training, development, and clear progression paths

Work-Life Balance – 1 day WFH per week & early finish on Fridays

Convenient Location

Ready to Take the Next Step?

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