Trainee Recruitment Consultant - Corporate Finance

Ambition; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in London is seeking an Associate Consultant for their Corporate Finance team. This role is targeted at those looking to transition from finance to recruitment or start a career in the industry. Responsibilities include sourcing finance professionals for top law firms and building a network. The position offers hybrid working, a competitive salary with commission, and strong development opportunities.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Competitive salary with uncapped commission

Pension

Wellness support

Clear progression path

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work collaboratively and under pressure.
• Eagerness to learn and grow within the recruitment field.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing and placing finance professionals into top-tier law firms.
• Building a network of candidates and clients.
• Contributing to the success of a collaborative and ambitious team.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong team player mindset

Resilience to work under pressure

Genuine hunger to succeed

Confident individual

Job description

Associate Consultant - Corporate Finance | London

Are you looking to kickstart a career in recruitment or pivot from a finance role into something more people-focused and dynamic? Ambition is hiring an Associate Consultant to join our Corporate Finance team in London.

Whether you're just starting out and passionate about building relationships, or currently working in finance and looking to make a career change, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected team with strong client access and long-standing relationships across the UK professional services sector.

What we're looking for:

• Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal
• A strong team player mindset
• The resilience to work well under pressure
• A genuine hunger to succeed and grow your career
• Confident individual looking to extend their knowledge on the market

What you'll be doing:

• Sourcing and placing finance professionals into top-tier law firms
• Building your own network of candidates and clients
• Learning the ropes of recruitment through hands-on experience and structured training
• Contributing to the success of a collaborative and ambitious team

What you'll get in return:

• Hybrid working - flexibility to balance office and home life
• Competitive salary with uncapped commission potential
• Great benefits including pension, wellness support, and more
• A clear progression path with regular reviews and development opportunities
• Inclusive culture - we believe in everyone bringing their true selves to work each day

Training and development will be provided through hands-on learning, mentorship, and access to resources to support your professional growth.

At Ambition we are committed to setting you up for success during your participation in our recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to our recruitment process so that you can fully participate, please provide details with your application.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.