Trainee Recruitment Consultant

iO Associates - UK/EU; Bristol; On-site; GBP 22,500 - 27,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Award-winning training

Uncapped commission structure

Flexible hybrid working

Fine dining club lunches

Luxury trips to locations like Monaco

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy specializing in engineering is seeking a Trainee Recruitment Consultant in Bristol. This full-time role offers hybrid working, uncapped commission, and award-winning training. Ideal candidates are resilient, motivated, and possess strong communication skills. Join to build a rewarding career with clear progression opportunities in engineering recruitment.

Qualifications

• Positive, competitive attitude is essential for success.
• Candidates should possess strong communication skills.
• An interest in engineering or innovation is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with engineering businesses.
• Source high-quality candidates from various platforms.
• Guide candidates and clients through the hiring process.
• Develop specialized knowledge in engineering recruitment.
• Deliver exceptional service to clients and candidates.

Skills

Resilience

Strong communication skills

Motivation to succeed in a sales-driven environment

Interest in engineering or technology

Ambition and drive

Job description

Senior Safety Critical Recruitment Specialist at iO Associates

Overview

Trainee Recruitment Consultant - Engineering Focus — Location: Bristol (BS1) - Hybrid Working Available; Salary: £25,000 + Uncapped Commission; Job Type: Full-time | Permanent.

Kickstart your recruitment career in the fast-paced world of engineering and technology. We're growing our specialist engineering recruitment team and looking for ambitious individuals to join us as Trainee Recruitment Consultants. No experience in recruitment? No problem. If you've got the drive, resilience, and a hunger to succeed, we'll give you the tools and training to become an expert in placing highly skilled professionals into cutting-edge engineering projects across industries such as automotive, aerospace, energy, and advanced manufacturing.

You'll be joining a team with warm client relationships ready to build on, access to top-tier recruitment platforms, and a supportive, high-performance culture that rewards your hard work.

What you'll be doing

• Building lasting relationships with engineering businesses through consultative sales and business development.
• Sourcing high-quality candidates using job boards, LinkedIn, and proactive outreach.
• Matching candidates to client requirements, managing interviews, and guiding both sides through the hiring process.
• Developing specialist knowledge in engineering and technical recruitment.
• Delivering exceptional service to both clients and candidates.

What we're looking for

• Resilience and a positive, competitive attitude.
• Motivation to succeed in a sales-driven environment.
• Strong communication skills and confidence in building relationships.
• Interest in engineering, technology, or innovation (beneficial but not essential).
• Ambition and drive to progress your career quickly.

What we offer

• Award-winning training - A structured 6-month induction programme with ongoing coaching from experienced recruiters.
• Industry-leading tools - Full access to recruitment platforms, databases, and market insights.
• Earning potential - Uncapped commission structure with clear progression routes.
• Culture & incentives - Weekly early finishes, fine dining club lunches, and luxury trips to locations like Monaco, the French Alps, and beyond.
• Hybrid working - After initial training, flexibility to split your time between home and our modern Bristol office.

This is your chance to join a business with a strong reputation in specialist markets, a proven track record, and a clear path for career progression.

If you're ready to build a rewarding career in engineering recruitment, apply now and let's make it happen.

Seniority level

• Internship

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Staffing and Recruiting

Industries

• Staffing and Recruiting