Recruitment Consultant

Daniel Owen; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Recruitment Consultant in Reading to manage an active desk in the trades and labour sector. You will build strong client relationships, source talented candidates, and oversee the entire recruitment process. The role offers a competitive salary of £28k - £35k per annum plus OTE earnings, flexible benefits, and a clear career progression path. Ideal candidates should have a proven background in recruitment or sales, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

23 days holiday plus birthday off

Private health care

Quarterly lunch incentives

Increased holiday with length of service

Reward trips

Training and development programs

Funding for recruitment qualifications

Personalized financial coaching

Qualifications

• Proven track record in recruitment or sales with results.
• Ability to inspire others and aim for a managerial role.
• Strong communication skills in all interactions.
• Capability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to take initiative and make decisions.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain client relationships face-to-face.
• Source candidates with relevant qualifications.
• Manage the full 360 recruitment process.
• Deliver top-tier customer service for repeat business.

Skills

Proven Professional

Motivator and Ambitious

Excellent Communicator

Adaptable

Decision-Maker

Job description

Recruitment Consultant

Reading Posted : 03 / 12 / 2025

Recruitment Consultant - Trades & Labour - Reading

£28k - £35k per annum (DOE) + OTE earnings

Joining Daniel Owen as a Recruitment Consultant isn't just another job in recruitment, it's the start of a journey that shows you exactly what a sales role should be. Think growth, goal-smashing, and celebrating the wins with unforgettable incentives and good times along the way.

We live by the motto work hard, play hard. We give back to our communities. We empower our people to rise, lead, and thrive.

At Daniel Owen, you'll see your progression path clearly laid out in front of you and we'll help you climb it. You'll be constantly developing, surrounded by a team that pushes you to become the best version of yourself.

Big goals? We love them.

Ambition? We reward it.

Energy? We match it.

This is your chance to be part of something bold, fast-moving, and full of opportunity. Our Reading team is looking for a Recruitment Consultant to take on a live, active desk in the booming trades and labour sector. With existing clients and candidates waiting, you'll be billing from day one.

This isn't your typical 9-5. You'll spend four days in our buzzing office and one full day each week out on site, meeting clients and candidates face-to-face. It's the perfect mix of desk-based success and real-world relationship building.

Your impact / duties as a Recruitment Consultant

• Client Relationships: Not just over the phone, but face-to-face, you'll identify and develop existing and new client relationships.
• Talent Sourcing: Seek out skilled individuals with the right qualifications and experience.
• 360 Recruitment Process: From negotiating terms, to interviews to offer stages, you will manage the entire process.
• Top-Tier Service: Deliver exceptional service to ensure repeat business and outstanding recommendations.

Extra benefits of working as a Recruitment Consultant at Daniel Owen

• Flexible Benefits: 23 days holiday per year, increasing each year up to your 5th year plus day off for your birthday.
• Health and Well-Being: Contributory pension, private health care and life assurance.
• Director Incentives: Quarterly lunch incentives and personal treat vouchers.
• Loyalty: Increased holiday with length of service and a gift of your choice at each milestone.
• Jet-Setters Welcome: Reward trips, previous locations such as Marbella, Prague & Portugal.
• Learning and Growth: We offer a Daniel Owen Academy for junior members of staff taking you through 12 weeks of group sessions and one-to-one training. Senior members of staff have their own tailored coaching and development typically carried out by a board member.
• Fast-Track Career: Our directors all climbed the ladder from within.
• Company funded recruitment specific qualifications: The company funds training and qualifications which offers all employees the opportunity to work towards MIRP Level 4 Management status.
• Personalised one-on-onto coaching with One financial: Daniel Owen offers all employees the opportunity to unleash their financial potential and confidentially work alongside financial experts who will guide you through the labyrinth of mortgages, investments, savings, credit, and pensions.

The Ideal Candidate for a Recruitment Consultant

• Proven Professional: Whether in recruitment or sales (any sector), you know how to get results.
• Motivator and Ambitious: Inspire others and aspire to progress to a managerial role.
• Excellent Communicator: Posses brilliant communication skills face-to-face and via email.
• Adaptable: Thrive in a fast-paced environment and pivot with changing priorities.
• Decision-Maker: You're not afraid to take the initiative.

If you envision a future where you're evolving, and making a significant impact within our dynamic team, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition Team for a confidential conversation.