Senior Education Recruitment Consultant

Tradewind Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Recruitment Consultant for their St Albans office. This full-time role offers a competitive salary between £35,000 and £60,000, uncapped commissions, and various perks, including 35+ days of annual leave and ongoing professional development. Ideal candidates will have a successful track record in education recruitment, strong relationship-building skills, and a proactive, driven mindset.

Benefits

Uncapped monthly commission

Annual Super Commission up to £25,000

35+ days of annual leave

Award-winning training

International incentive trips

Clear progression pathways

Qualifications

• Proven track record in education recruitment with strong billing performance.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow your own desk specialising in education recruitment.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with schools and candidates.
• Drive revenue and exceed targets within your team.

Skills

Education recruitment expertise

Business development

Relationship building

Communication skills

Ambition

Resilience

Job description

Senior Recruitment Consultant - Education Sector St Albans Office

35,000-60,000 Base Salary (DOE & Performance) + Uncapped Commission

Monthly Commission No Threshold Annual Super Commission up to 25,000

Full-Time Immediate Start

Are you an experienced recruitment consultant ready to take your career to the next level?

At Tradewind Recruitment, one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies, we set the highest standards in the industry and reward our people generously. With the highest consultant retention rate of any UK teaching agency, joining us means becoming part of a team where talent is developed, hard work is recognised, and success is celebrated.

What We Offer:

• 35,000- 60,000 base salary, depending on experience and performance
• Uncapped monthly commission with no threshold
• Annual Super Commission bonus of up to 25,000
• 35+ days of annual leave plus flexible hours during school holidays
• Award-winning training and ongoing professional development
• International incentive trips, monthly rewards, and team celebrations
• A positive, values-driven culture with exceptional consultant retention
• Clear progression pathways into management and senior leadership roles

Your Role:

• Manage and grow your own desk specialising in education recruitment
• Source, place, and support teachers and school staff across the region
• Build and maintain strong relationships with schools and candidates
• Drive revenue, exceed targets, and lead by example within your team
• Collaborate closely with a motivated, high-performing team
• Act as a trusted advisor to schools, shaping recruitment strategies and delivering results

Who We're Looking For:

We’re seeking experienced education recruitment consultants with a proven track record of success. You’ll be:

• Driven, ambitious, and resilient - thriving in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
• Confident and proactive - you take ownership and deliver results independently
• Experienced in education recruitment with strong billing and business development performance
• An excellent communicator with outstanding relationship-building and organisational skills
• Motivated to grow your career and take on greater responsibility
• Aligned with Tradewind's values: professionalism, positivity, and a commitment to excellence

About Tradewind Recruitment:

With over 25 years of experience and offices nationwide, Tradewind Recruitment is one of the UK's most respected names in education recruitment. We’re proud to be the only education recruiter featured five times in The Sunday Times Top 100 Companies to Work For.

We invest heavily in our people, celebrate their achievements, and offer long-term careers-not just jobs.

Offices:

London St Albans Bristol Kent Northampton Durham Birmingham Manchester Liverpool Hull Preston Nottingham Sheffield LA

Ready to take the next step?

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