Recruitment Consultant - Technology Sales

Hays; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Hays is seeking a Recruitment Consultant for its Technology team in Cambridge, focusing on client growth and business development. The role requires a sales background, passion for building relationships, and the ability to meet KPIs. Join a collaborative environment where success is celebrated and offers opportunities for growth and global career development.

Benefits

Uncapped commission scheme paid 13 times a year

Comprehensive training for career progression

Opportunities for global career development

Employee wellbeing initiatives and benefits

Paid volunteering days

Qualifications

• MUST HAVE A SALES BACKGROUND
• Target-driven and financially motivated
• Outgoing, confident, and passionate about people.

Responsibilities

• Foster and nurture relationships with clients and actively pursue new business.
• Negotiate terms and fees to benefit both clients and candidates.
• Meet and exceed KPIs while collaborating within a high-performing team.

Skills

Sales-driven

Relationship-focused

Ambitious

Resilient

Proactive

Job description

Ready for a new challenge?

We're recruiting for a Recruitment Consultant to join our Technology team in Cambridge. Covering most of our East of England region, this is a huge opportunity for an aspiring sales person in the Tech space.

This is a sales-based role, so we are looking for individuals passionate about talking to people, winning new business, and building lifelong partnerships with clients. You will develop relationships with clients in Technology, especially in Cambridgeshire, an incredible hub for technology.

Joining our award-winning team in Cambridge means becoming part of one of the most successful offices within the East of England region. Our team of over 15 consultants across Peterborough and Cambridge boasts over 50 years of combined experience in recruitment.

Not only will you join a global leader in recruitment, but you'll also be part of a team that celebrates every success. Our collaborative environment ensures recognition of achievements, making your professional journey rewarding and fulfilling.

Your role as a Recruitment Consultant includes:

1. Client Growth: Foster and nurture relationships with clients and actively pursue new business. Understand recruitment needs and provide strategic advice for optimal candidate matches.
2. Skilful Negotiation: Create win-win situations by negotiating terms and fees to benefit both clients and candidates.
3. Target Achievement: Meet and exceed KPIs with enthusiasm, collaborating within a high-performing team.
4. Industry Expertise: Become an industry expert through networking and staying ahead of market trends.

About you:

• MUST HAVE A SALES BACKGROUND
• Sales-driven and relationship-focused
• Results-focused
• Ambitious with a drive to succeed
• Resilient, persistent, and determined
• Outgoing, confident, and passionate about people
• Target-driven and financially motivated
• Proactive and results-oriented

Why Choose Hays?

People are at the heart of everything we do. We don't just place people into jobs but invest in lifelong partnerships to empower your ambitions. With over 50 years of success and a workforce of over 10,000 across 33 countries, everyone is valued and heard.

We are committed to making a difference, partnering with charities like End Youth Homelessness UK, achieving carbon neutrality, and promoting an inclusive environment through the National Equality Standard and #HaysHelps volunteering scheme.

Our accolades include:

• Top 100 undergraduate employers by Job Crowd, NUE awards, and Rate My Placement
• Glassdoor Best Places to Interview

As a Hays consultant, benefits include:

• Uncapped commission scheme paid 13 times a year, increasing with promotions
• Industry-leading technology and comprehensive training for career progression
• Opportunities for global career development
• Recognition incentives at various levels
• Employee wellbeing initiatives and benefits
• Support networks and paid volunteering days

Life at Hays offers growth, diverse career paths, exciting challenges, and an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity. As a Disability Confident employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds to create a brighter future together.