Graduate Sales Executive – Recruitment & Performance Services

Mercury Hampton Ltd; Warrington; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A global talent consultancy is seeking a Graduate Sales Executive in Warrington. This role offers a clear pathway to becoming an Executive Recruiter. Candidates should be recent graduates passionate about sales, with strong communication skills. The position features a competitive starting salary of £24,000–£26,000 plus uncapped commission, along with opportunities for fast-tracked career progression and international relocation.

Benefits

Competitive salary with commission

Private pension

Gym allowance

Private healthcare

Quarterly incentives

International opportunities

Qualifications

• Recent graduates with a passion for sales and people.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence to engage with senior professionals.

Responsibilities

• Learn to identify and engage decision-makers.
• Source and assess top sales and leadership talent.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle.

Skills

Outstanding communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proactive mindset

Sales passion

Education

Recent graduate (any discipline)

Job description

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Graduate Sales Executive – Recruitment & Performance Services, Warrington

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Client:

Mercury Hampton Ltd

Location:

Warrington, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Graduate Sales Executive - Pathway to Executive Recruiter

Location: Newton-Le-Willows (with future opportunities to relocate to the USA or Middle East)

Are you a recent graduate with the ambition to build a high-impact career in sales and executive recruitment? Mercury Hampton, a global leader in talent consultancy, is seeking driven graduates to join our team as Graduate Sales Executives-with a clear pathway to becoming Executive Recruiters.

About Mercury Hampton

Mercury Hampton partners with world-renowned organisations-including Coca-Cola, BP, Monster Energy, and Nestle-to deliver premium talent acquisition, workforce solutions, and leadership assessment across 22 countries. Our award-winning technology and innovative approach set us apart as a leader in people and performance optimisation.

As a Graduate Sales Executive, you’ll embark on a structured training programme designed to equip you with the skills to sell recruitment and talent consulting services to business leaders in the engineering and technical sectors. You will:

• Learn how to identify and engage decision-makers, building trusted relationships with clients
• Develop expertise in selling recruitment and talent consulting solutions
• Support client accounts and negotiate commercial agreements
• Gain hands-on experience with advanced recruitment technology and automation tools
• Contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team environment

Once you have mastered the art of selling our services, you’ll transition into an Executive Recruiter role, where you will:

• Source and assess top sales and leadership talent for mid to senior-level positions
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from candidate search to placement
• Deliver exceptional results for our clients and candidates

Who We’re Looking For

• Recent graduates (any discipline) with a passion for sales, business, and people
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Ambition, drive, and a hunger to learn and excel
• Confidence to engage with senior professionals and decision-makers
• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset

What We Offer

• Competitive starting salary (£24,000–£26,000) plus uncapped commission (OTE £35,000–£50,000+ in your first year).
• Year two-three earnings circa £40,000 to £70,000.
• Private pension, gym allowance, and private healthcare
• Quarterly incentives and annual trips to destinations like Majorca, Spain
• Award-winning company culture and a supportive, collaborative team
• Access to world-class coaching and development at Henley Business School
• Fast-track career progression and international opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements and hybrid office options, for experienced recruiters.

Ready to Start Your Journey?

Send your CV and a brief cover letter to [emailprotected] explaining why you’re excited to launch your career in sales and recruitment with Mercury Hampton.

Unleash your potential-start your journey from Graduate Sales Executive to Executive Recruiter with Mercury Hampton!