Graduate Recruitment Consultant

Smile Education Recruitment; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in Birmingham is seeking recent graduates for the Graduate Education Recruitment Consultant position. This role involves building relationships with schools, conducting interviews, and recruiting teachers for various roles. Ideal candidates are confident communicators with a proactive attitude. The position offers a starting salary of £25,250 – £30,000, hybrid working, and uncapped commission. Join us to kickstart your career in a supportive environment focused on your growth.

Benefits

24–35 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Uncapped commission

Access to on-site gym

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence holders (or actively learning).
• Natural relationship builders.
• Eager to prove themselves.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with schools and recruit teachers.
• Use job boards and social media to find candidates.
• Conduct telephone, virtual, and face-to-face interviews.

Skills

Confident communicators

Goal-oriented

Problem-solver

Positive attitude

Team-focused

Job description

JUST GRADUATED? START YOUR CAREER WITH QUALITY IN EDUCATION RECRUITMENT!

Are you a recent graduate eager to kickstart your career?

Do you want to join a multi award-winning agency that invests in your growth?

Ready to unlock unmatched business opportunities and fast-track your progression?

Ambitious, driven, and looking for a high‑earning career?

If you're shouting YES, and would like to know more, we want to hear from you!

JOIN SMILE EDUCATION – WHERE GRADUATES BECOME INDUSTRY LEADERS

As part of our exciting expansion, Smile Education is offering recent graduates the chance to join one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies as a Graduate Education Recruitment Consultant. Whether you studied business, psychology, drama, sports, or something else entirely – if you’ve got energy, ambition and people skills, we’ll give you the tools to succeed.

Starting basic salary: £25,250 – £30,000 (depending on experience)

Location: City centre office with hybrid flexibility

Hours: 7.30am – 4.30pm

Career Path: Clear progression into senior and management roles

Realistic 1st Year OTE: £30–35k (top performers earn £100k+)

Start date: January / February 2026

WHY START YOUR CAREER WITH US?

Join a multi‑award‑winning agency, including 'Recruitment Company of the Year' (APSCo)

Gain exclusive access to business opportunities competitors can’t match

Earn a recognised industry diploma in recruitment

Enjoy our annual company‑paid overseas conferences (past trips: Portugal, Ibiza, Barcelona!)

Get involved in our committees focused on mental health, diversity and inclusion, and community impact

On‑site gym, early finishes, and a real focus on your well‑being

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Build relationships with schools and recruit teachers for permanent and temporary roles
• Use job boards, social media, and interviews to find and place the best candidates
• Take part in cold calling, business development, and full 360 recruitment
• Work towards weekly goals with the support of an experienced team
• Conduct telephone, virtual, and face‑to‑face interviews with candidates

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR IN A GRADUATE

• Confident communicators and natural relationship builders
• Goal‑oriented, driven, and eager to prove themselves
• Problem‑solvers with a positive, proactive attitude
• Resilient, team‑focused, and open to feedback
• Full UK driving licence holders (or actively learning)
• We do not offer sponsorship now or in the future (full UK RTW is required)

THE PERKS

• 24–35 days holiday + Bank Holidays (plus your birthday off!)
• Early finishes: 4 pm Fridays and 3:30 pm in school holidays
• Uncapped commission – earn from day one
• Hybrid working with a modern city‑centre base
• Access to on‑site gym with extended lunch breaks

INTERESTED? LET’S TALK!

Ready to launch your career with one of the UK's top education recruiters?

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We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.