Trainee Recruitment Consultant

This Is Prime; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy in Manchester is seeking a Trainee Recruitment Consultant. This role offers a £26,000 salary with uncapped commission and extensive training. Ideal candidates should be degree-educated or possess equivalent experience, confident communicators with strong interpersonal skills, and motivated by goals. Enjoy benefits like subsidised gym membership, financial advice, and team events.

Benefits

Uncapped commission

Free financial advice

Extra holidays for billing milestones

All-expenses-paid trips

Subsidised gym membership

Extended lunch breaks

Regular socials and team events

Qualifications

• Degree-educated or equivalent workplace experience required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Ambitious and goal-oriented mindset is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients and candidates in recruitment process.
• Participate in training and development sessions.
• Achieve billing milestones for career progression.

Skills

Confident communicator

Strong interpersonal skills

Ambitious

Driven

Motivated by clear goals

Education

Degree or equivalent workplace experience

Job description

Trainee Recruitment Consultant

Salary: £26,000 + Uncapped Commission (OTE £40,000+)
Location: Manchester City Centre
Sector: Aviation | Construction | Data Centres | Utilities | Fire & Security | Pharmaceuticals

The Company:

Founded in 2018, this recruitment consultancy has quickly made its mark in a competitive industry - standing out among over 30,000 agencies across the UK. With another record‑breaking year ahead, they’re now looking to add ambitious graduates to their high‑performing team.

Unlike most recruitment roles, you’ll earn commission from interviews attended while you learn the ropes - meaning you’ll be rewarded right from the start. As your career develops, you’ll unlock additional benefits such as:

• Free financial advice from St. James’s Place once you bill £70K in a year

• Extra holidays for hitting billing milestones

• All‑expenses‑paid trips to destinations like Barcelona, Amsterdam, and ski resorts

If you’re looking for a company that truly values balance, you’ll also enjoy subsidised gym membership and extended lunch breaks for those midweek workouts.

Training & Development:

No previous experience? No problem. You’ll receive comprehensive training including:

• Weekly 1‑to‑1 sessions and group training with an on‑site trainer

• Close mentoring from the company Director

• Ongoing professional development to set you up for long‑term success

What’s in it for you:

• £26,000 basic salary

• Uncapped commission:

  • Year 1 OTE: £40,000

  • Year 2: £50,000‑£60,000

  • Year 3: £65,000‑£80,000+

• Regular socials, team nights out, and celebratory lunch clubs

• Mentoring and training from industry leaders

What we’re looking for:

• Degree‑educated or equivalent workplace experience

• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills

• Ambitious, driven, and motivated by clear goals

• A personality - not a robot!

If you’re ready to kickstart a rewarding career in recruitment and want to join a business that invests heavily in your growth and success, apply today.