Graduate Education Recruitment Consultant

Connex Education; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Leicester seeks a Graduate Recruitment Consultant to develop essential skills in a dynamic role. You will build relationships with schools, connect candidates to their ideal roles, and enjoy benefits like competitive salary, uncapped commission, and a supportive team environment. Ideal for recent graduates who are driven, strong communicators, and eager to succeed in recruitment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Uncapped commission

Full training and mentorship

Incentive trips and rewards

30 days' annual leave + Bank Holidays

Reduced hours in school holidays

Company pension & healthcare plan

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with drive and ambition.
• Strong communicator who enjoys working with people.
• Confident and proactive – comfortable picking up the phone.
• Sales or customer service experience preferred but not essential.
• UK driving licence and access to a car is essential.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage relationships with schools across Leicestershire.
• Grow your desk through sales calls, meetings, and networking.
• Match teachers and support staff to roles.
• Meet candidates and understand their skills and career goals.
• Run weekly payroll and keep everything on track.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Confidence in making phone calls

Drive and ambition

Team player

Education

Recent graduate (any subject)

Job description

Overview

Graduate Recruitment Consultant – Education

Are you a recent graduate ready to launch your career in recruitment? Do you want to develop professional skills, build strong relationships, and make a real difference in schools across Leicestershire?

Connex Education Leicester is growing, and we’re looking for ambitious graduates to join our high-performing team as Recruitment Consultants. Recruitment is a people-focused sales role – you’ll connect schools and candidates every day, driving relationships and results. No recruitment experience is needed, but if you’ve worked in sales, customer service, or business development, that’s a great foundation.

What You’ll Do (with full training)

• Build and manage relationships with schools across Leicestershire

• Grow your desk through sales calls, meetings, and networking

• Match teachers and support staff to roles (daily, short and long-term)

• Meet candidates and understand their skills and career goals

• Run weekly payroll and keep everything on track

• Take ownership of your desk and develop it like your own business

What You’ll Get

• Competitive salary + uncapped commission from day one

• Full training, mentorship, and clear career progression

• Incentive trips, rewards, and regular socials

• 30 days’ annual leave + Bank Holidays

• Reduced hours in school holidays

• Hybrid working model

• Company pension & healthcare plan

What We’re Looking For

• A recent graduate (any subject) with drive and ambition

• Strong communicator who enjoys working with people

• Confident and proactive – comfortable picking up the phone

• Sales, customer service, or business development experience (preferred but not essential)

• A team player who wants to build a career in recruitment sales

• UK driving licence and access to a car (essential for visiting schools)

This is a fantastic opportunity to take your first step into a career where your success is in your hands. If you’re ready to grow, achieve, and be part of a supportive team making a difference in education, apply today and start your journey with Connex Education Leicester.