Recruitment Consultant – Exeter, Devon

Proactive.IT Appointments Ltd.; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Exeter is seeking a motivated Recruitment Consultant to build and develop client relationships while matching candidates to opportunities. This role offers competitive earnings potential with a basic salary plus commission, hybrid working options, and career growth opportunities. Apply now to take the next step in your recruitment career.

Benefits

Uncapped earnings

Generous holidays

Career growth opportunities

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Experience in a client-facing recruitment role (any sector).
• Strong work ethic and motivated to achieve targets.
• Ability to build and nurture client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and nurture new client relationships through outreach.
• Source, engage, and support candidates throughout their journey.
• Manage your own desk with autonomy within the UK.

Skills

Client-facing experience

Confident communication

Target-driven

Proactive and resilient

Job description

💼 Recruitment Consultant – Exeter, Devon

Competitive basic salary + uncapped commission | OTE £60K+

Hybrid Working

About Us: At Proactive Appointments, we’ve been connecting exceptional talent with outstanding opportunities for over 34 years. With offices in Surrey and Exeter, we’re recognised specialists in IT Contract and Permanent Recruitment — and we’re growing!

We’re now looking for a driven, ambitious Recruitment Consultant to join our friendly and high-performing team.

The Role

You’ll have the freedom and support to build your own desk and develop long-term client relationships in your chosen or generalist IT area. Whether you’ve worked as an Account Manager, Delivery Consultant, or Business Development Manager, this is your chance to take the next step and make your mark in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.

You’ll be the bridge between clients and high-calibre candidates, matching the right people to the right opportunities while offering trusted market insight and genuine value.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and nurture new client relationships through outreach and networking
• Source, engage and support candidates throughout their recruitment journey
• Manage your own desk with autonomy and commercial freedom within the UK
• Collaborate with our dedicated delivery team for candidate sourcing and support as required

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in a client-facing recruitment role (any sector)
• Confident communicator who thrives on building relationships
• Ambitious, motivated, and target-driven with a strong work ethic
• Resilient, proactive, ethical and commercially astute
• Ready to take ownership and grow a business within a business
• High energy and ready and willing to put in the work

Why Join Us?

✨ Uncapped Earnings – Competitive salary + commission (realistic OTE £60K+)

✨ Generous Holidays – 29 days (rising to 34 with service incl. bank holidays)

✨ Career Growth – Training, development, and clear progression paths

✨ Work-Life Balance – 1 day WFH per week & early finish on Fridays

✨ Convenient Location – Out-of-town office with parking and easy access to M5/A30

Ready to Take the Next Step?

📩 Email your CV to [e-mail] or call 01932 230332 for a confidential chat with Janet today.