Trainee Recruitment Consultant

Regional Recruitment; Leicester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped bonus

Free onsite parking

Company pension

Structured training

Half-Day Friday

Mentoring and support

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Regional Recruitment is seeking a motivated Trainee Recruitment Consultant in Leicestershire (LE19) to learn the full recruitment cycle, from sourcing to placement. You’ll work with established consultants, receive structured training and ongoing support to develop sourcing, client relationships, and business development skills.

No prior recruitment experience is required; a positive attitude and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• A strong desire to build a career in recruitment.
• Full driving licence (essential).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence speaking with people over the phone and face-to-face.
• A motivated, target-driven attitude.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• A willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• A positive, professional, and proactive approach.
• Previous sales, customer service, retail, hospitality, or office experience would be advantageous but is not essential.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the recruitment process from vacancy briefing through to placement.
• Sourcing and attracting candidates through job boards, social media, and referrals.
• Screening CVs and conducting candidate interviews.
• Building relationships with candidates and understanding their career aspirations.
• Assisting with client account management and business development activities.
• Advertising vacancies across multiple platforms.
• Maintaining accurate candidate and client records within the CRM system.
• Supporting experienced consultants with temporary, permanent, and contract recruitment assignments.
• Working towards individual and team targets.
• Learning all aspects of the 360-recruitment process through structured training.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Target-driven

Organisational skills

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Trainee Recruitment Consultant

Location: Leicestershire, LE19

Salary: Competitive (Permanent, Full-Time)

Benefits

• Uncapped Monthly Paid Bonus Structure


• Free Onsite Parking


• Company Pension


• Half-Day Friday & Structured Training

The Company

Established in 2008 and boasting an award-winning service across a variety of sectors, Regional Recruitment is continuing to move through an exciting period of growth as we expand our busy Industrial, Engineering, Construction and Professional Services desks.

We are passionate about developing talent and providing clear career pathways, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start a successful career in recruitment.

The Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and ambitious Trainee Recruitment Consultant to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in recruitment, sales, and business development.

Working alongside experienced consultants, you will receive structured training and ongoing support to develop your skills in candidate sourcing, client relationship management, business development, and the full recruitment process.

No previous recruitment experience is required – just a positive attitude, strong communication skills, and a willingness to learn.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the recruitment process from vacancy briefing through to placement


• Sourcing and attracting candidates through job boards, social media, and referrals


• Screening CVs and conducting candidate interviews


• Building relationships with candidates and understanding their career aspirations


• Assisting with client account management and business development activities


• Advertising vacancies across multiple platforms


• Maintaining accurate candidate and client records within the CRM system


• Supporting experienced consultants with temporary, permanent, and contract recruitment assignments


• Working towards individual and team targets


• Learning all aspects of the 360-recruitment process through structured training

What We Offer

• Competitive basic salary


• Uncapped bonus structure


• Free onsite parking


• Company pension scheme


• Comprehensive training programme


• Ongoing mentoring and support from experienced recruiters


• Clear career progression opportunities


• Regular team socials and company events


• Dedicated Marketing and PR support


• Supportive and collaborative working environment


• Opportunity to build a rewarding long-term career within a growing business

About You

• A strong desire to build a career in recruitment


• Full driving licence (essential)


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


• Confidence speaking with people over the phone and face-to-face


• A motivated, target-driven attitude


• Strong organisational and time-management skills


• A willingness to learn and develop new skills


• A positive, professional, and proactive approach


• Previous sales, customer service, retail, hospitality, or office experience would be advantageous but is not essential