Recruitment Consultant

Barrington James; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm seeks Entry-Level Recruitment Consultants in Birmingham. The role offers exceptional earning potential early on, with OTE of £50K+ in the first year, uncapped commission, and rapid career progression. Candidates will learn to build relationships in Life Sciences, develop sales skills, and thrive in a competitive environment. No experience is needed, just ambition and a strong work ethic. Apply now for a transformative career opportunity.

Benefits

High earning potential

Uncapped commission

World-class training

Global opportunities

Recognition and rewards

Qualifications

• No prior recruitment experience required; we can teach you.
• Sales experience is advantageous, but attitude matters more.

Responsibilities

• Building relationships with candidates and clients in Life Sciences.
• Identifying and placing high-caliber professionals in global roles.
• Learning the full recruitment process.
• Developing communication, negotiation, and sales skills.
• Hitting targets and being rewarded for performance.

Skills

Ambition

Resilience

Strong work ethic

Great communication skills

Confidence

Competitiveness

Job description

Entry‑Level Recruitment Consultant - Birmingham Office

Want a career where your effort directly impacts how much you earn, how fast you progress, and the lifestyle you build? Barrington James are hiring for multiple Trainee Recruitment Consultants!

You do not need to have any prior recruitment experience (we can teach you that!) but if you’re ambitious, competitive and looking for more than a standard 9–5 then you will thrive with Barrington James. We offer a high‑earning, fast‑progression career in a global Life Sciences recruitment business!

With over 200 employees across 10 international offices, we provide world‑class training, clear progression, and the chance to build a genuinely lucrative career from day one.

What You’ll Get From This Role

• High earning potential early on – £50K+ OTE in year one, with top performers reaching £100K+ by year three
• Uncapped commission – earn up to 40% commission with no threshold
• Rapid career progression – promotions based on performance, not time served
• World‑class training – one‑to‑one coaching and structured development from our Learning & Development team
• Global opportunities – international travel, relocation options and worldwide incentives
• A social, high‑energy environment – work alongside driven, like‑minded people who want to succeed
• Recognition & rewards – holidays, incentives and global trips for top performers
• Work that actually challenges you – no two days are the same, and your success is in your hands

What You’ll Be Doing Day to Day

• Building relationships with candidates and clients within the Life Sciences industry
• Identifying and placing high‑calibre professionals into exciting global roles
• Learning how to run the full recruitment process from start to finish
• Developing strong communication, negotiation and sales skills
• Hitting targets and being rewarded for your performance

What We’re Looking For

• Ambition, resilience and a strong work ethic
• Confidence and competitiveness in a target‑driven environment
• Great communication skills and the drive to succeed
• Sales experience is a bonus, but attitude matters more than background

Sound Like You?

If you want a career where your earnings, progression and opportunities are driven by your effort — not your age or experience — apply now. We’re happy to talk you through what success really looks like at Barrington James.