Associate Recruitment Consultant

SThree Management Services; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Uncapped commission

Global career opportunities

Incentive trips

Director Lunch Clubs

Wellbeing community

Private medical cover

28 days holiday plus

Job summary

SThree, a global STEM workforce consultancy in Manchester, is seeking an Associate Recruitment Consultant. This entry-level role focuses on sourcing, interviewing, and placing top talent across diverse tech and science sectors.

You’ll benefit from best-in-class training via the SThreeVelocity Programme, a hybrid work model (4 days in office, 1 day remote), and a compensation package featuring uncapped commissions and career growth across 33 locations worldwide.

Qualifications

• Entry-level recruitment role requiring fast pace and people focus.
• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Comfort with a sales-oriented, target-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Source and assess candidates using digital tools, referrals and events.
• Interview candidates to match them with the right roles.
• Build strong relationships with clients and candidates.

Skills

Self-motivated

Resilient

Excellent communicator

Quick learner

Sales experience or commercial roles

Job description

At SThree, we're not just hiring recruiters—we're building the next generation of STEM talent matchmakers. If you're curious, driven, and ready to make a real impact, this is your launchpad.

We're a global STEM workforce consultancy, connecting brilliant minds with the world's most innovative companies. From Life Sciences to Tech, Engineering to Maths we help shape the future— one placement at a time.

ManchesterCity Centre

Hybrid Working(4 days office / 1 day home)

Starting Salary: £27,500+(Higher DOE)

Uncapped Commission| No Threshold | No Limits

Start Your Career Where the Future Works

Outpace Tomorrow Together

What You'll Be Doing

This isn't just a job—it's a career accelerator. As an Associate Recruitment Consultant, you'll:

• Use digital tools, referrals, and events to find top talent
• Interview and assess candidates to match them with the right roles
• Build strong relationships with clients and candidates
• Negotiate offers - Make placements
• Manage the full recruitment cycle (360) from start to finish
• Vertical market specialist

You'll be supported every step of the way withbest-in-class trainingand a clear path to promotion through our SThreeVelocity Programme.

What You Bring

We're looking for people who are:

• Self-motivated and proactive
• Resilient and competitive
• Great communicators and team players
• Quick learners with a growth mindset
• Experienced in sales, or similar commercial customer centric roles

Heads Up

This is an entry point into recruitment—but not into the working world. You'll need some prior experience in a fast-paced, people-focused commercial environment.

What You'll Get

We believe in rewarding potential. Here's what's in it for you:

• Competitive salary + uncapped commission
• Global career opportunities (33 locations worldwide)
• Incentive trips to amazing destinations
• Director Lunch Clubs at top restaurants
• Thrive wellbeing community
• Private medical cover + optional dental
• 28 days holiday + bank holidays + buy more
• Industry-leading parental leave
• Company share scheme
• Velocity career progression programme

Culture That Feels Like You

We're a team of diverse, creative, and ambitious individuals—from ex-athletes to DJs to writers. What unites us? We're all in on doing the right thing, building relationships, thinking big, and having fun while we do it.

Expect Friday wrap-ups, team shoutouts, socials, and a culture that celebratesyou being you!