Trainee recruitment consultant

Green Life Science; Horsham; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Green Life Science, based in the United Kingdom, is seeking a motivated Trainee Recruitment Consultant to start a career in life sciences recruitment. You will receive full training and mentorship to identify high-calibre talent across biotech, pharma, and healthcare while supporting client projects.

As you grow, you can develop niche expertise in regulatory affairs, clinical operations, R&D, or commercial, with clear progression pathways and hybrid/office-based flexibility tailored to location.

Qualifications

• Interest in life sciences and recruitment.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Willingness to learn and resilience.

Responsibilities

• Talent Sourcing across biotech, pharma, and healthcare.
• Support delivery of recruitment projects for existing clients.
• Monitor hiring trends and develop niche expertise in key life sciences areas.
• Coordinate interviews and guide clients and candidates through processes.
• Opportunity to develop own client portfolio (optional).

Skills

Interest in life sciences & recruiting

Excellent communication

Resilience & willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Trainee Recruitment Consultant - Life Sciences

About Us

At Green Life Science, we connect the brightest minds with the most innovative companies in Biotechnology, Pharmaceuticals, and Medtech. We're a specialist recruitment consultancy dedicated to shaping the future of life sciences by placing top-tier talent in roles that drive scientific and commercial breakthroughs.

As we continue to grow, we're looking for ambitious individuals to join us as Trainee Recruitment Consultants - no prior experience required. If you're driven, curious, and ready to make an impact in one of the world's fastest-moving industries, this is your chance.

What You'll Do

As a Trainee Recruitment Consultant, you'll be given full training and mentorship to help you succeed in:

Talent Sourcing

• Learn how to identify and engage high-calibre candidates across biotech, pharma, and healthcare
• Use tools like LinkedIn, databases, and job boards to build strong talent pipelines

Client Engagement

• Support the delivery of recruitment projects for existing clients
• Understand client needs and help match them with ideal candidates

Market Research & Strategy

• Monitor hiring trends in the life sciences industry
• Develop niche expertise in areas like regulatory affairs, clinical operations, R&D, or commercial

Recruitment Process Management

• Coordinate interviews, manage feedback loops, and guide both clients and candidates through hiring processes
• Ensure a smooth, professional experience for all parties

Business Development (Optional Path)

• As you grow, explore opportunities to win new business and build your own client portfolio

What We're Looking For

We're more interested in your mindset than your CV. That said, the ideal candidate will have:

• A strong interest in life sciences, recruitment, or people-focused roles
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Resilience, work ethic, and a willingness to learn
• Bachelor's degree preferred - but not required
• Sales, customer service, or academic experience is a plus

What You'll Get

• Comprehensive recruitment training and 1:1 mentorship
• Fast-track career progression (clear promotion pathways)
• Competitive base salary + uncapped commission
• Hybrid or office-based flexibility (depending on location)
• Work in a purpose-driven industry shaping global health
• Access to industry events, life sciences insights, and expert networks