Recruitment Consultant

The Best Connection; Poole; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employee-owned recruitment agency is seeking a driven and energetic individual for the recruitment consultant role in Poole. The position offers full on-the-job training, support, and guidance. Candidates can expect a basic salary of up to £31,000 for senior roles, with additional earnings through an uncapped commission structure. The company offers 30 days of annual leave, structured career progression, and lifestyle benefits including discounts and a pension scheme. Office hours are Monday to Friday.

Benefits

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Industry-leading training and mentorship

Competitive uncapped commission structure

Company pension scheme

Discounts on hotels, insurance, energy bills

Free parking

Qualifications

• Driven and energetic individual needed for recruitment consultant role.
• Experience in sales or recruitment is beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full 360 recruitment cycle from business development to candidate placement.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients and candidates.
• Proactively identify and win new clients through sales calls and in-person visits.
• Source, interview, and match candidates to roles while maintaining compliance.

Skills

Sales skills

Communication

Relationship building

Job description

Ref. No. 30861

Location : Poole

The Best Connection is a leading employee‑owned temporary recruitment agency, supporting a wide range of sectors. With over 30 years of experience and more than 80 branches nationwide, we are one of the UK’s largest recruitment businesses, specialising primarily in the driving and industrial sectors.

We’re looking for a driven and energetic individual to join our team. Whether you’re new to recruitment or looking to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you! We offer full on‑the‑job training, support, and guidance to help you succeed, no matter your experience level.

Salary & Package :

Entry Level Consultant (No Experience)

Basic Salary : £26,000, increasing to £27,000 after 12 months

First-Year Earning Potential : £28,000–£29,000 with commission

Experienced Recruitment Consultant

Basic Salary : £27,000 – £29,000

OTE : £30,000 – £33,000 with commission

Senior Recruitment Consultant

Basic Salary : £31,000

OTE : £35,000 - £37,000 with commission

Company car / car allowance (£400 per month)

About the Role :

Manage the full 360 recruitment cycle, from business development to candidate placement

Build and maintain long‑term relationships with clients and candidates

Proactively identify and win new clients through sales calls and face‑to‑face visits

Source, interview, and match candidates to roles while maintaining high levels of compliance and quality

Work towards achievable sales and performance goals with full support and training

What’s on Offer :

• 30 days annual leave (including bank holidays) rising to 33 days after one year
• Dedicated in‑house training department offering industry‑leading training and mentorship
• Structured career progression & development opportunities
• Competitive, uncapped commission structure
• Be part of an employee‑owned business and benefit from the opportunity for tax‑free annual bonuses
• Company pension scheme & cycle to work scheme
• Lifestyle benefits – Discounts on hotels, insurance, energy bills, and more

Branch Bonuses

Free parking, Established HGV Desk, Working with an experienced Senior Consultant.

Hours of Work

Monday to Friday 8 : 00AM – 5 : 00PM (1 hour lunch break)

Office Based Role

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