Graduate Recruitment Consultant

Smile Education Recruitment

Graduate Recruitment Consultant – Kickstart Your Recruitment Career

Are you a graduate ready to start a fast‑paced career with rapid progression, strong earning potential and full training from day one? Joining us as a Graduate Recruitment Consultant could be the perfect first step.

Recruitment is one of the UK’s most popular graduate career paths, ideal for ambitious people who want a role where effort leads directly to success. If you’re confident, people‑focused and driven, we’ll support you to build a rewarding long‑term career in recruitment.

Why Become a Graduate Recruitment Consultant?
  • £25,500 basic salary + uncapped commission
  • 1st year OTE £30–35k (top performers £100k+)
  • Join a multi‑award‑winning, established recruitment agency
  • Clear progression to Senior Recruitment Consultant and beyond
  • Structured training, coaching and continuous professional development
Many of our senior leaders, including Regional Directors, began with us as graduates.

The Role You will run a 360 recruitment desk, working with candidates and clients. You’ll be trained to:
  • Source, screen and speak to candidates daily
  • Build new business using sales and communication techniques
  • Understand client requirements and match suitable candidates
  • Prioritise in a fast‑paced environment
  • Handle pressure, feedback and rejection positively

Location:
Birmingham City Centre
Hours: 7:30am–4:30pm (reduced hours in school holidays)

Your First 6 Months
  • Structured training from day one
  • Clear goals, targets and milestones
  • High levels of activity: calls, interviews, sourcing
  • Regular coaching and development
  • Growing responsibility as confidence increases

Who This Role Suits
  • Strong communicators with great people skills
  • Ambitious, driven and resilient graduates
  • Individuals seeking a career where effort = reward
  • Fast‑paced, energetic personalities
All degrees welcome — attitude matters more than subject.

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If you want a Graduate Recruitment Consultant role where you’ll learn quickly, be challenged and earn based on performance, apply now.

Reference: SM1LER

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