Senior Recruitment Consultant - London

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Greater London is looking for a Senior Recruitment Consultant to drive growth in Primary, SEN, or Secondary teams. Candidates should have at least 12 months' experience in education recruitment and a proven track record of billing success. This role offers a competitive salary of £35,000 to £60,000, uncapped commission, extensive holiday, and a supportive working culture that fosters career progression. Join a company known for its exceptional retention rates and commitment to its employees.

Benefits

£35,000‑£60,000 basic salary

Uncapped commission

43 days' holiday per year

4.5‑hour working days during school holidays

Clear promotion structure

Dedicated wellbeing policy

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months' experience in education recruitment.
• Proven billing success and consistent performance.
• Strong market knowledge and commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of your desk and build client partnerships.
• Drive growth within your chosen specialism – Primary, SEN, or Secondary.
• Collaborate with leadership and high-performance culture.

Skills

Education recruitment experience

Market knowledge

Commercial awareness

Billing success

Strong work ethic

Resilience

Ambition to progress

Job description

Join the Best - Senior Recruitment Consultant

Tradewind Recruitment | London

Ready to take the next step in your recruitment career with a market‑leading business? Join Tradewind Recruitment, the UK's number one education recruitment agency and a Sunday Times Top 100 Best Companies to Work For – awarded five times.

With over 25 years of success, offices across the UK and Australia, and expansion into South Africa and Los Angeles, Tradewind is a global brand built on performance, culture, and long‑term careers. We also proudly hold the highest retention rate of any UK teaching agency, so you can be confident you'll be joining a business where people stay, grow, and succeed long term.

As we continue to grow, we now have Senior Consultant opportunities across Primary, SEN, and Secondary teams, offering genuine scope to develop, scale, or specialise your desk.

What's in It for You?

• £35,000‑£60,000 basic salary (dependent on experience)
• Uncapped commission plus super‑commission opportunities
• 43 days' holiday per year (35 days + 8 bank holidays)
• 4.5‑hour working days during school holidays
• Clear, transparent promotion structure
• Dedicated wellbeing policy, extensive CPD, and in‑house payroll & compliance support

The Role

As a Senior Recruitment Consultant, you'll take ownership of your desk, build long‑term client partnerships, and drive growth within your chosen specialism – Primary, SEN, or Secondary. You'll be supported by established leadership, strong infrastructure, and a collaborative, high‑performance culture.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 12 months' experience in education recruitment
• Strong market knowledge and commercial awareness
• Proven billing success and consistent performance
• High resilience, strong work ethic, and ambition to progress
• Values‑driven approach with a commitment to outstanding service

Why Tradewind?

We don't just attract top talent – we retain it. Our exceptional retention rate, five‑star reviews, and multiple Sunday Times awards reflect a business that genuinely invests in its people. If you're looking for stability, progression, and a long‑term career with one of the most respected names in recruitment, Tradewind is the place to be.

Apply Now

📩 Send your CV to [email address] or call Daniela for a confidential chat on (phone number removed).

Find out more at www.tradewindcareers.com or follow us on social media @TradewindCareers.

Join Tradewind Recruitment – where high performers build exceptional long‑term careers.