Job Description
An established, fast-growing specialist staffing consultancy seeks an ambitious, target-driven individual to kickstart a high-earning career within public sector recruitment. No prior recruitment experience is required. You will receive comprehensive one-to-one mentoring, structured sales coaching, and fully funded study support to complete a nationally recognised Recruiter Level 3 Apprenticeship. This is a desk-based, commercial role designed to develop you from an entry-level trainee into a fully autonomous, high-billing recruitment consultant. Key Responsibilities & Daily Duties: Candidate Sourcing & Outreach: Conduct proactive, high-volume outbound calls, headhunting campaigns, and networking across LinkedIn, job boards, and industry CV databases to engage qualified professionals. Talent Qualification: Screen candidate credentials, employment histories, certifications, pay expectations, and availability against active client vacancies. Pipeline & Relationship Management: Maintain regular contact with candidate networks, building a dependable talent pipeline to fulfil ongoing client requirements. Account Coordination: Collaborate with compliance and support teams to ensure candidates meet all regulatory and vetting standards prior to placement. Database Management: Log candidate interactions, market intel, and lead opportunities accurately within the CRM system. Commercial Development: Learn sector fee structures, pay rates, and contract negotiations to build a recurring, profitable weekly desk. Continuous Learning: Participate actively in daily desk coaching, call analysis sessions, and apprenticeship training modules. Candidate Profile & Skills: Target-Driven Mindset: High resilience, self-motivation, and a clear hunger to achieve financial and professional success. Clear Communication: Confident telephone manner with active listening and relationship-building abilities. Resilience: Able to maintain focus and energy when handling objections and competitive market dynamics. Organisation: Strong time-management capabilities to balance high-volume outreach, administrative logging, and candidate follow-ups. Commercial Acumen: Analytical approach to understanding supply, demand, and client requirements. Academic Criteria: GCSE Grade 4–9 (A*–C) or equivalent in English and Mathematics (or equivalent functional skills). Location: Commutable to central St Albans (AL1) 4 days per week (Monday to Thursday). What Is on Offer: Competitive starting base salary of £19,000 (budgeted higher for standout candidates) plus performance-related bonuses. Fully accredited Recruiter Level 3 Apprenticeship qualification paid in full. Hands-on training from seasoned recruitment leaders. Early Friday finishes (5:30 pm). Clear, transparent progression pathway from Trainee to Senior Consultant and Account Manager.