Recruitment Consultant

Academics Ltd; Guildford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Recruitment Consultant in the education sector, where your sales experience will help connect talented educators with schools. This role offers a competitive salary and commission, along with ongoing training and development opportunities. You'll play a crucial part in shaping the future of education by matching candidates with the right roles and supporting them in their career journeys. If you're passionate about education and sales, this is the perfect opportunity to make a real impact in a rewarding environment.

Benefits

Performance-based commission

Ongoing training and development

Supportive team environment

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales with a track record of achieving targets.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage a portfolio of clients in the education sector.
• Source, interview, and place qualified education professionals.

Skills

Sales Experience

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Organizational Skills

Proactive Attitude

Tools

CRM Software

Job description

Job Title: Recruitment Consultant - Education Sector (Sales Experience Required)

Location: Crawley

Salary: £25k to £30k + commission

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Are you an experienced sales professional with a passion for education and helping others find their perfect role? If so, we want you to join our dynamic team as a Recruitment Consultant within the education sector!

About Us:

Academics are a leading recruitment agency specializing in connecting top-tier educators with schools and educational institutions across Crawley. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional recruitment solutions, helping schools find the best talent while assisting candidates in advancing their careers.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Build and manage a portfolio of clients within the education sector, including primary, secondary, and SEN schools.
2. Develop new business by identifying and targeting potential clients, using your sales skills to sell recruitment services effectively.
3. Maintain strong relationships with existing clients, offering personalized solutions to their staffing needs.
4. Source, interview, and place qualified education professionals, ensuring a great match between candidates and clients.
5. Conduct regular sales calls and meetings to increase business opportunities and meet targets.
6. Manage the recruitment process from initial client inquiry through to candidate placement and aftercare.
7. Use CRM software to track progress and maintain accurate records.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Proven experience in sales, with a track record of achieving and exceeding targets.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Experience in recruitment or working in the education sector is highly desirable but not essential.
• A proactive and self-motivated attitude, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A passion for education and helping others succeed.
• A willingness to learn and develop within the recruitment industry.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary with performance-based commission.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Excellent career progression opportunities.
• The chance to make a real difference in the education sector by placing talented professionals in schools and institutions that need them.

If you have sales experience, a passion for education, and a drive to succeed, we want to hear from you! Apply today to join a forward-thinking team where your skills and efforts will be truly valued.

If you're looking to kick start your career as a recruitment consultant in the Crawley area, and hoping to join a rapidly expanding, hugely successful business with a great reputation and low staff turnover, then speak to us.

Contact Craig Walker via email with your CV or to discuss the role in more detail.

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