Trainee Recruitment Consultant

Quack Recruitment and Training; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm in Sheffield is looking for a Trainee Recruitment Consultant to support experienced consultants and learn the full recruitment process. No prior experience is needed, just a positive attitude and a willingness to grow. This role includes responsibilities like posting job ads and screening candidates, offering a supportive team culture with training and potential for permanent placement.

Benefits

Full apprenticeship training

Mentorship from experienced recruiters

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Motivated, ambitious, and eager to learn.
• Confident with excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Organised, with good attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in writing and posting job adverts to attract candidates.
• Screening CVs and conducting initial candidate phone calls.
• Supporting consultants with arranging interviews.

Skills

Motivated

Excellent communication skills

Organised

Attention to detail

Proactive

Interest in people

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

As an Trainee Recruitment Consultant, you will learn the full recruitment process while supporting experienced consultants. You\'ll gain hands-on experience in sourcing candidates, supporting client relationships, and understanding the dynamics of the recruitment industry.

Key responsibilities

• Assisting in writing and posting job adverts to attract candidates
• Screening CVs and conducting initial candidate phone calls
• Supporting consultants with arranging interviews and managing the recruitment process
• Building relationships with candidates to understand their skills, experience, and career goals
• Learning how to use recruitment software and databases
• Providing excellent customer service to both clients and candidates
• Developing your knowledge of the recruitment industry and the markets we serve

About You

• Motivated, ambitious, and eager to learn
• Confident with excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Organised, with good attention to detail
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and keen to learn new systems
• Resilient, proactive, and able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Interested in people, careers, and building relationships
• No prior recruitment experience is needed — just a positive attitude and a willingness to grow.

What We Offer

• Full apprenticeship training and support to gain a recognised qualification
• Hands-on experience in a professional recruitment environment
• Mentorship from experienced recruiters
• Opportunities for progression into a permanent Recruitment Consultant role upon completion
• A supportive team culture where your development is a priority