Recruitment Consultant

The Best Connection; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Shrewsbury is seeking a driven individual to join the team. This role involves managing the full recruitment cycle and building strong relationships with clients and candidates. With competitive salaries, extensive training, and structured career development, it’s an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to advance in recruitment, regardless of experience level.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Dedicated in-house training

Structured career progression

Competitive commission structure

Company pension scheme

Lifestyle benefits

Qualifications

• Must have a drive for sales and client engagement.
• No prior experience required; training provided.
• Ability to manage the full recruitment cycle.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full 360 recruitment cycle.
• Build long-term relationships with clients and candidates.
• Proactively identify and win new clients.
• Source, interview, and match candidates.
• Work towards sales and performance goals.

Skills

Sales skills

Relationship building

Candidate sourcing

Job description

Ref. No. 30836

Location : Telford.

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 : £31,500
• 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
• Opportunity to gain a Level 3 Recruiter Qualification
• 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

Hours of Work

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

Office Based Role

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