Graduate Trainee Recruitment Consultant

James Andrews Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 24,390 - 29,810; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission from day one

26 days annual leave + bank holidays

Clear career progression to Senior Consultant

12-week structured training programme

Supportive team culture

Job summary

A respected recruitment company in Birmingham is seeking a Graduate Trainee Recruitment Consultant. This role offers a competitive basic salary of £27,100 plus uncapped commission with no thresholds. You will manage the full recruitment process, build client relationships, and work in a supportive team environment. The company provides a structured training program to ensure fast career progression, along with generous annual leave and a collaborative culture. Ideal candidates are ambitious graduates ready for a rewarding career in recruitment.

Qualifications

• Graduate with experience in hospitality, retail, sales or customer service preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full 360 recruitment process: from business development to candidate placement.
• Build and maintain long-term client and candidate relationships.
• Consult and advise clients on hiring strategies.
• Source, screen and place the best talent within your chosen specialist sector.
• Work in a target-driven, fast-paced environment, supported by a close-knit team.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication

Confidence and resilience

Ambition and a desire to progress

Strong work ethic and self‑motivation

Ability to multitask and work in a high‑pressure environment

A true team player

Education

Graduate from any discipline

Job description

Job Title: Graduate Trainee Recruitment Consultant

Location: Birmingham (Jewellery Quarter)

Salary: £27,100 basic + Uncapped Commission (No Thresholds)

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Start Date: Immediate or flexible for the right candidate

Kick-Start Your Career in Recruitment with James Andrews Recruitment Solutions

Are you a graduate looking for a career that offers fast progression, excellent training, and high earning potential?

We’re hiring driven graduates to join our growing team in Birmingham as Trainee Recruitment Consultants. This is your opportunity to join a respected recruitment company, accredited with Investors in People Gold status, CorporateLiveWire Innovation & Excellence Award winner 2025 and recognised in Recruiter's HOT 100 Companies 2024.

What’s in It for You?

• 💸 Uncapped commission from day one – no thresholds
• 📈 Clear career progression to Senior Consultant in as little as 18 months, and management within 3 years
• 🧠 12-week structured training programme with full support from your manager and team
• 🏢 Become a specialist in one of our core divisions: Human Resources, Legal & Governance, Finance, Social Housing, or Property Management

Additional Benefits Include:

• 🌴 26 days annual leave + bank holidays (rising to 31 days with service)
• 🤝 Supportive and collaborative team culture based on respect, transparency, collaboration, and growth

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Manage the full 360 recruitment process: from business development to candidate placement
• Build and maintain long‑term client and candidate relationships
• Consult and advise clients on hiring strategies
• Source, screen and place the best talent within your chosen specialist sector
• Work in a target-driven, fast-paced environment, supported by a close-knit team

Who We’re Looking For:

We welcome applications from graduates from any discipline, especially those with experience in hospitality, retail, sales or customer service.

Key qualities for success include:

• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Confidence and resilience
• Ambition and a desire to progress
• Strong work ethic and self‑motivation
• Ability to multitask and work in a high‑pressure environment
• A true team player

Apply Today

If you're ready to launch a rewarding career in recruitment with full training, real progression, and no ceiling on your earnings - we want to hear from you.