Trainee Recruitment Consultant

Location: Birmingham City Centre, Hybrid Working Week
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent contract 37.5 hrs a week. Term Time only contract will be considered
Salary: 21,000+ based on experience
Commission: Commission scheme in place

Holiday entitlement: 25 days plus bank holidays.

About Us
We are an established and growing recruitment agency specialising in the education sector, working closely with schools and education professionals across the Midlands. Our experienced team is passionate about connecting talented individuals with rewarding opportunities and supporting schools with their staffing needs.

The Role
We are looking for two motivated and enthusiastic Trainee Recruitment Consultants to join our team. This is an entry-level position, ideal for school leavers or individuals looking to start a career in recruitment. No previous experience is required-just a positive attitude, willingness to learn, and strong communication skills.

Together, you will work alongside experienced recruiters, learning the foundations of the recruitment industry while supporting the team with key administrative and candidate engagement tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Updating and maintaining our Customer Relationship Management (CRM) database with accurate candidate and client information
• Making outbound calls to schools and candidates to keep records up to date and build relationships
• Assisting with the creation and posting of job adverts across various platforms
• Supporting general administrative tasks within the office
• Learning how to match candidates to suitable roles
• Assisting with writing and reformatting Candidate CV's
• Assisting with marketing and candidate attraction activities
• Providing excellent customer service to both clients and candidates

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in any of the following - recruitment, customer service, sales, or team environments
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Good English and Maths skills (minimum A-Level or equivalent)
• Good computer literacy and confidence using digital systems
• A positive, proactive attitude and willingness to learn
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail
• Confidence speaking on the phone
• Ability to drive is advantageous to facilitate client visits

What We Offer

• An experienced and inspiring leadership team ready to support and mentor you in your new role
• A modern city centre co-working office space offering weekly treats, events and networking opportunities
• Hybrid working from day one. 3 days in the office, 2 days from home
• Clear career progression opportunities within the business
• A friendly, supportive, and team-oriented working environment
• The opportunity to develop valuable skills in sales, marketing, and customer engagement
• A structured pathway into a long-term career in recruitment

Career Progression
This role is designed as a stepping stone into a successful career in recruitment. With training and development, you will have the opportunity to progress into a Recruitment Consultant role and beyond.

We provide full training in safer recruitment, equipping you with the knowledge and skills to meet REC guidelines and Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) requirements.

We are an equal opportunities employer and value diversity in our workforce.

No agencies please.