French speaking Graduate Trainee Recruitment Consultant

The Language Business; High Wycombe; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive international recruitment agency is seeking a French-speaking Graduate Trainee Recruitment Consultant based in High Wycombe. This role is ideal for a graduate with a background in Life Sciences or Business Studies, offering comprehensive training in recruitment. Responsibilities include managing client accounts in the life sciences sector, interviewing candidates, and attending industry events. The position offers a competitive salary plus uncapped commission, alongside several employee benefits such as holiday increase and gym membership contributions.

Benefits

Uncapped commission

25 days holiday

Sponsored MBA option

Electric bike scheme

Gym membership contribution

Matched pension contribution

Qualifications

• Fluent in French and English; German is a plus.
• Degree in Life Sciences (biology, chemistry, pharma) or Business Studies.
• Previous sales or recruitment experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow client accounts in life sciences.
• Interview candidates via various methods.
• Attend industry exhibitions and client meetings.

Skills

Fluent French and English

Strong relationship-building skills

Interest in medical or life sciences terminology

Education

Degree in Life Sciences or Business Studies

Job description

🎓 French-speaking Graduate Trainee Recruitment Consultant – Life Sciences

Location: High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire (Hybrid: minimum 2 days office-based per week)
Salary: £28,000–£35,000 base (DOE) + Uncapped Commission (OTE £50,000+)
Languages: Fluent French & English (German a plus)

🌍 About the Company

Our client is a progressive international recruitment agency specialising in the fast-growing sector of life sciences and medical industries. With an ambitious and supportive culture, they work with leading companies across Europe to connect them with world‑class scientific talent.

🚀 The Role

We are looking for a French‑speaking Graduate Trainee Recruitment Consultant to join their dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a graduate with strong language skills and an interest in science or business to build a career in an exciting, international industry.

You’ll work closely with clients in French‑speaking regions, developing strong relationships with hiring managers, sourcing scientific professionals, and supporting them through the recruitment process. Full training is provided, so prior recruitment experience is not required.

🎯 Key Responsibilities

• Manage and grow your own life sciences client accounts
• Work to personal and team targets in a collaborative environment
• Interview candidates (face‑to‑face and via phone/online)
• Attend industry exhibitions, client meetings, and business pitches
• Network and maintain regular telephone contact to gather market insights and vacancies
• Support candidate consulting and communication throughout the hiring process

👤 Candidate Profile

• Fluent French and English (German is an advantage, but not essential)
• Degree in Life Sciences (biology, chemistry, pharma, etc.) OR Business Studies/related field
• Previous sales or recruitment experience is an advantage (but not essential – full training given)
• Strong relationship‑building skills and a positive, proactive mindset
• Interest in medical or life sciences terminology (or willingness to learn)

💼 Salary & Benefits

• Base salary £28,000–£35,000 (DOE)
• Uncapped commission – realistic OTE of £50,000+
• 25 days holiday, increasing with length of service
• Option to pursue a sponsored MBA at Cranfield University
• Electric bike scheme (up to £2,000 subsidised)
• £25 monthly gym membership contribution
• Matched pension contribution up to 7.5% of base salary

📩 How to Apply

If you are a motivated graduate with excellent French and English skills, eager to kick‑start your career in international recruitment, click Apply Now and send your CV.

Contact: Jonathan Grimes