2026 Graduate Executive Recruitment Consultant

JBAndrews; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Incentives

8-week training programme

Career progression into senior/manager

Job summary

JBAndrews in Leeds city centre is hiring Graduate Executive Search Consultants for an on-site, 5 days per week role in a fast-paced sales and business development environment.

You will own the full 360° executive recruitment process, build client portfolios, headhunt senior talent, and develop a niche global industry network with structured training and clear progression into senior or management roles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree preferred but not essential.
• Drive, confidence and hunger for success in a sales/business development environment.
• Positive, resilient and competitive mindset.
• Strong teamwork skills with ability to work independently.
• Accountability for achieving targets and growing market.
• Ambition to go beyond basics and continuously push yourself.

Responsibilities

• Own the full 360° executive recruitment process, working with both clients and candidates.
• Specialise in a niche global industry sector within core markets.
• Develop new client relationships and nurture existing ones.
• Headhunt and engage top senior-level talent.
• Advise and consult with clients on executive hiring strategies.
• Work independently and within a team to build a specialist market.

Skills

sales

business development

client relationships

executive recruitment

headhunt

targets

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

Are you ambitious, competitive, and ready to kickstart your career? JBAndrews is hiring Graduate Executive Search Consultants to join our growing Leeds city centre office (on-site, 5 days per week).

This is a sales and business development role where you’ll work towards targets, build your own client portfolio, and partner with senior-level talent across the globe. We’re looking for resilient, driven, and down-to-earth individuals who want to make an impact and grow with us.

JBAndrews is a global executive search consultancy, with offices in Leeds and Dubai. Since 2018, we’ve specialised in the Logistics, Scientific, and Industrial sectors, delivering retained and contingency recruitment solutions worldwide. With 45+ consultants and associates, our success is built on strong values. We put people first, deliver high performance, inspire innovation, and build purposeful partnerships.

Want to see more about life at JBAndrews? jbandrewscareers.com

What we can offer:

• £28,000 base salary + uncapped commission (up to 60%) & company benefits. Average 1st year OTE £45-50k
• Monthly, quarterly, and annual incentives including international trips (Dublin, Dubai, Skiing, Formula 1), luxury vouchers, golf & spa days, and more
• An energetic, people-first office culture that values diversity and inclusivity
• Structured 8-week training programme to equip you with everything you need to succeed
• Ongoing development and a clear pathway into senior or management roles with added flexibility and benefits
• Access to top-tier technology and tools
• State of the art, open-plan office with table tennis, pool, games consoles, a fully equipped kitchen, and breakout spaces in Leeds city centre
• Opportunities to give back through our charity partnerships

What you’ll be responsible for:

• Own the full 360° executive recruitment process, working with both clients and candidates
• Specialise in a niche global industry sector within our core markets
• Develop new client relationships and nurture existing ones
• Headhunt and engage top senior-level talent
• Advise and consult with clients on executive hiring strategies
• Work independently and within a team, building your specialist market like your own business

What we’re looking for:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (preferred but not essential)
• Drive, confidence, and a hunger for success in a sales/business development environment
• A positive, resilient, and competitive mindset
• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to work independently
• Accountability for achieving targets and growing your specialist market
• Ambition to go beyond the basics and continuously push yourself