Graduate Recruitment Consultant

TL;DR

Graduate Recruitment Consultant (Recruitment): Building a network of high-level clients and candidates through headhunting and business development with an accent on niche expertise and market insights. Focus on identifying mid-to-senior executive talent, negotiating service agreements, and managing the end-to-end recruitment process.

Location: Onsite in London (Moorgate), UK

Company

A fast-growing global recruitment firm specializing in high-level positions across various niches and territories.

What you will do

• Engage potential and existing clients to identify hiring needs and secure new business opportunities.
• Negotiate service agreements and maintain collaboration throughout the recruitment process.
• Identify and headhunt mid-to-senior and executive level candidates via cold calling and networking.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of high-quality active and passive talent.
• Manage the recruitment cycle including interviews, feedback, and offer negotiations.
• Provide post-placement support to ensure long-term success of placed candidates.

Requirements

• University degree (2.2 or above) or approximately two years of experience in a sales environment.
• Must be based in or be able to work from the London office.
• Proven strong work ethic demonstrated through academic studies, internships, or early career roles.
• Confident and adaptable verbal communication skills for client and candidate interaction.
• Professional phone etiquette and ability to maintain composure under pressure.

Culture & Benefits

• Base salary plus uncapped commission.
• Structured 12-month Academy Programme for professional development.
• Access to management and leadership training.
• Generous holiday allowance and leading healthcare benefits.
• Recognition awards including 'Lunch Clubs' and company incentive trips.

Hiring process

• Virtual pre-screen evaluation.
• Initial interview with the talent team.
• In-person interview at the London office.