Recruitment Consultant

My Recruitment Career; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Portsmouth is seeking an entry-level Recruitment Consultant to join their team. You will engage in a tailored training programme that covers all aspects of recruitment, from sourcing candidates to managing client relationships. Ideal candidates are hardworking, resilient, and eager to succeed in a dynamic environment. This position offers a competitive salary up to £30,000 plus uncapped commission and a variety of benefits designed to support employee wellbeing and career growth.

Benefits

Free breakfast and fresh fruit

Generous holiday allowance

Quarterly company events

Anniversary wellbeing gifts

3pm finishes every Friday

Retail discount scheme

Training and qualifications

Internal Referral Scheme

Access to a financial advisor

Qualifications

• A bright, hardworking individual who has the ability to build quality relationships.
• Ready to thrive in a fast-paced, success-driven environment underpinned by quality outcomes.
• Genuine interest in building professional relationships.

Responsibilities

• Join a tailored training programme to learn candidate sourcing and interviewing.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process within your designated sector.
• Build long-lasting relationships with clients and candidates.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Resilience

Motivation

Great communication skills

Can-do attitude

Education

Degree qualified

Job description

Recruitment Consultant

Location - Portsmouth, PO6 3BZ

Salary - £25,000 - £30,000 + uncapped commission (OTE £40k+)

If you’re ambitious, a self-starter, hungry to achieve, driven, and curious about the world of recruitment, then this could be the start of something truly exciting!

The Role

Our client helps great people find great jobs whilst always staying true to their values. As an entry-level recruitment consultant, you’ll join a tailored training programme to learn everything from candidate sourcing and interviewing to client engagement and business development.

This is a full-time office-based position, where you’ll recruit for roles within your designated sector, gradually developing to a point where you manage the end-to-end recruitment process and build long-lasting relationships with clients and candidates. You’ll also be encouraged to grow your desk and contribute to developing new business opportunities.

It’s varied, fast-moving, and rewarding – especially if you love the idea of seeing the direct impact of your work every day.

Profile

Our client is looking for bright, hardworking individuals who have the ability to build quality relationships and who are ready to dive headfirst into a fast-paced, success-driven environment underpinned by quality outcomes. Whether or not you have been working throughout your degree, or you are just looking for a change in career, you’ll be joining a passionate, experienced team who will guide you through every part of the recruitment process.

• A strong work ethic with a good sense of humour
• Resilience, motivation, and a willingness to learn
• Degree qualified is beneficial
• A proactive and 'can-do' attitude!
• Great communication skills and a team player – you enjoy talking to people
• A genuine interest in building professional relationships
• Drive to succeed and create a better future for yourself.

Who They Are

Our client is part of a wider award-winning recruitment and search organisation, with specialist brands working across health, care, education, and life sciences. They operate across the UK and internationally and are proud of the values-led culture they’ve built – one where people are encouraged to grow, succeed, and have fun while doing it.

What They Can Offer You

They are all about creating a supportive, friendly workplace where people feel valued and can be themselves. Whether it’s strategically creating new ideas, celebrating wins, or just having fun, they believe great work happens when you enjoy what you do and the people you work with. You’ll find plenty of chances to learn, grow, and be part of a team that’s got your back.

Alongside a competitive salary and commission scheme, they offer a fantastic range of benefits designed to support wellbeing, career growth, and lifestyle, including:

• Free breakfast and fresh fruit to start your day right
• Generous holiday allowance that increases to 38 days with service YoY
• Quarterly company events and a lively social calendar
• Anniversary wellbeing gifts to celebrate milestones
• 3pm finishes every Friday
• Retail discount scheme for savings on favourite brands
• Industry-recognised training and qualifications
• Internal Referral Scheme – earn £500 when you refer great people
• Access to a financial advisor for expert guidance

….and many more

For high achievers, the benefits ramp up depending on success. Examples include:

• Car allowances
• Private health care
• Phone bills covered
• Electric car schemes
• Life/Critical illness insurance