Recruitment Consultant

Michael Page (UK); Reading; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global recruitment consultancy seeks a Recruitment Consultant in Reading. This role offers the chance to manage the complete recruitment lifecycle and develop client relationships while benefiting from a market-leading development program and uncapped commissions. You will be part of a diverse team and play a key role in connecting top talent with leading organizations.

Benefits

Industry-Leading Training & onboarding

Uncapped commission structure

Quarterly performance-based incentives

International opportunities

Bespoke benefits package including medical cover

Qualifications

• 12 months+ experience in recruitment managing high-value accounts.
• Demonstrable business development and relationship management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from client acquisition to placements.
• Build strategic client relationships and provide consultative hiring advice.
• Identify business development opportunities and expand client relationships.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Business Development

Self-motivation

Job description

• FTSE 250 Leading Global Recruitment Consultancy
• Opportunity to fast track your career with market leading development program

About Our Client

Michael Page is a global leader in professional recruitment, with offices in over 30 countries. Our Reading office acts as a central hub, connecting top talent with leading organisations across a variety of sectors. By joining our team, you'll gain access to an extensive client network, state-of-the-art tools, and the autonomy to shape your recruitment strategies and success.

Job Description

As a Recruitment Consultant at Michael Page, you will:

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from acquiring and nurturing high-value clients to securing placements across diverse industries.
• Build and deepen strategic client relationships, providing consultative advice to address their hiring needs effectively.
• Leverage Michael Page's global resources, databases, and industry insights to source and match top-tier candidates, maintaining a trusted talent pipeline.
• Proactively identify and act on business development opportunities by expanding existing accounts and establishing new client relationships.

The Successful Applicant

• 12 months+ experience in recruitment, with a proven record of managing high-value accounts.
• Demonstrable business development skills, including a proactive and strategic approach to client acquisition and relationship management.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Self-motivation, resilience, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.

What's on Offer

• Industry-Leading Training & onboarding
• Uncapped commission structure
• Performance based incentives such as quarterly celebrations and 'High flyers club' - most recently a trip to Iceland!
• International opportunities - overseas transfers
• Bespoke benefits package such as private medical and dental cover, buy & sell holiday scheme, discounted gym membership etc

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As an inclusive employer, Michael Page is dedicated to improving diversity representation across our teams. We particularly encourage applications from candidates who are ethnically diverse or have a disability.

We are committed to supporting you throughout the recruitment process. Let us know if there's anything we can do to ensure you can perform at your best.