Trainee Recruitment Consultant

Ashley Kate HR & Finance; Derby; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Uncapped monthly commission

Generous annual leave entitlement

Ongoing training and professional dev.

Job summary

Ashley Kate HR & Finance is seeking ambitious Trainee Recruitment Consultants to join our HR and Finance divisions. No prior recruitment experience is required; you will be trained and supported to build a successful long-term career in recruitment.

You’ll start in a structured development programme, learning to engage with clients and candidates, source top talent, and manage relationships. The role offers clear progression and uncapped earning potential.

Qualifications

• No recruitment experience required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills desirable.
• Motivation to learn and develop professionally.

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage HR or Finance professionals
• Source and qualify candidates through proactive outreach
• Conduct candidate interviews and assess suitability for opportunities
• Build and maintain talent pipelines
• Develop market expertise within your specialist sector
• Support experienced consultants on active assignments
• Maintain accurate records and candidate information within our CRM system

Job description

Trainee Recruitment Consultant

HR & Finance Divisions

Looking to Build a Successful Career in Recruitment?

Ashley Kate HR & Finance is seeking ambitious Trainee Recruitment Consultants to join our growing HR and Finance divisions.

Whether you're a graduate, have experience in customer service, hospitality, retail, or sales, or are simply looking for a career where hard work and ambition are genuinely rewarded, we'll provide the training, support, and development needed to build a successful long-term career in recruitment.

Recruitment is a people-focused, sales-driven profession that offers excellent earning potential, clear career progression, and the opportunity to make a real difference to both candidates and clients.

Who Will Succeed in This Role?

You do not need previous recruitment experience to be successful with us.

What matters most is your attitude, drive, and willingness to learn. This role is suited to individuals who enjoy building relationships, are comfortable speaking to new people, and are motivated by achieving goals.

The people who typically thrive in our business are:

• Confident communicators who enjoy engaging with people


• Ambitious individuals motivated by success and career progression


• Resilient professionals who remain positive when faced with challenges


• Proactive self-starters who take ownership of their development


• Relationship builders who can establish trust and credibility quickly


• Individuals who enjoy working towards targets and being rewarded for their performanceIf you're looking for a long-term career rather than just your next job, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join Ashley Kate?

Established in 2001, Ashley Kate HR & Finance has built a strong reputation as a specialist recruitment consultancy and forms part of the wider Nicholas Associates Group, one of the UK's leading talent and workforce solutions businesses.

Our consultants work with organisations ranging from SMEs to major national employers, helping them attract and secure outstanding HR and Finance talent.

When you join Ashley Kate, you'll benefit from:

• A respected brand with an excellent reputation in the market


• Structured training and development from day one


• Ongoing coaching from experienced recruitment professionals


• A supportive and collaborative team culture


• Clear progression opportunities based on performance and achievement


• Uncapped earning potential through a monthly commission scheme

This is more than a trainee position. It's the first step towards building a rewarding and successful career in recruitment.

The Opportunity

Recruitment is a relationship-led sales career. Success comes from understanding people, creating opportunities, and building lasting partnerships.

From your first day, you'll be immersed in the HR or Finance recruitment market and supported through a structured development programme designed to help you become a successful consultant.

Your First Three Months

During your initial training period, you'll focus on developing market knowledge, relationship-building skills, and confidence on the phone.

You'll learn how to:

• Identify and engage HR or Finance professionals


• Source and qualify candidates through proactive outreach


• Conduct candidate interviews and assess suitability for opportunities


• Build and maintain talent pipelines


• Develop market expertise within your specialist sector


• Support experienced consultants on active assignments


• Maintain accurate records and candidate information within our CRM system

This phase is all about building strong foundations and learning the skills that underpin successful recruitment careers.

Developing into a Recruitment Consultant

As your confidence and experience grow, you'll take on increasing responsibility and begin building your own client relationships.

You'll have the opportunity to:

• Develop business development skills and identify new opportunities


• Build relationships with HR and Finance hiring managers


• Win new clients and grow existing accounts


• Manage recruitment assignments from brief to placement


• Negotiate offers and support candidates through the hiring process


• Generate revenue and earn uncapped commission

With ongoing support and coaching, you'll progress into a fully-fledged Recruitment Consultant managing your own desk and relationships.

Training & Development

We are committed to helping our people succeed.

You'll receive a structured induction programme alongside ongoing one-to-one coaching, mentoring, and development throughout your career.

Our training covers:

• Recruitment best practice


• Candidate attraction and engagement techniques


• Consultative sales and business development


• Telephone and communication skills


• Relationship management


• Market knowledge and sector expertise

We believe in promoting from within wherever possible and provide a clear progression pathway with measurable milestones, ensuring you always know what success looks like and how to achieve it.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for individuals who are enthusiastic, professional, and eager to build a career in a commercial environment.

You will ideally demonstrate:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills


• Confidence speaking with people over the phone


• A positive and resilient approach


• Excellent organisational skills


• A desire to learn and develop professionally


• Motivation to achieve targets and build a successful career


• The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Experience in customer-facing roles, sales, hospitality, retail, customer service, or professional services can be advantageous, although it is by no means essential.

Salary & Benefits

In return, we offer a competitive salary package alongside a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and long-term success.

Benefits include:

• Competitive basic salary with realistic first-year earning potential


• Uncapped monthly commission


• Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays


• Option to purchase additional annual leave


• Christmas shutdown


• No on-call requirements


• Free onsite parking


• Ongoing training and professional development


• Clear opportunities for career progression

Ready to Start Your Recruitment Career?

If you're motivated by success, enjoy working with people, and want to build a rewarding career in a professional, sales-driven environment, Ashley Kate HR & Finance can provide the training, support, and opportunities to help you succeed.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies.