Trainee Recruitment Consultant in information technology

Certes IT Service Solution Ltd; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable IT recruitment firm in Birmingham is looking for a Trainee Recruitment Consultant. Ideal candidates should have at least 6 months of sales experience. Responsibilities include building relationships with clients, sourcing candidates, and generating new business opportunities. The role offers a competitive salary with uncapped commission, structured training, and clear progression routes. Join a dynamic team and advance your recruitment career.

Benefits

Uncapped commission

Regular promotions

Company pension

Life/health insurance

25 days holiday

Qualifications

• At least 6 months experience in B2B service, solution or product sales.
• Strong communicator, verbal & written, with energy and resilience.
• Willing to learn fast in a supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage relationships with clients and candidates.
• Source and interview candidates using job boards, LinkedIn & our CRM.
• Make outbound calls to generate new business opportunities.

Skills

Sales experience

Strong communication skills

Goal orientation

Competitive attitude

Job description

Trainee Recruitment Consultant in information technology– Sales Experience Required
Birmingham Business Park / Hybrid
£25,000–£27,000 base + uncapped commission (£35,000–£45,000 OTE Year 1)
Full-time | Permanent

Are you in sales but want more from your career?
We’re looking for driven individuals with at least 6 months of sales experience to join our recruitment team. No prior recruitment experience is needed—just ambition, confidence, and a hunger to succeed.

What you’ll do:
• Build and manage relationships with clients and candidates
• Source and interview candidates using job boards, LinkedIn & our CRM
• Make outbound calls to generate new business opportunities
• Write and post engaging job adverts
• Hit (and beat) personal targets to earn commission
• Learn how to become a recruitment expert in the information technology market

What we’re looking for:
• At least 6+ months experience in B2B service, solution or product sales
• Recruitment experience less than 12 months
• Strong communicator verbal & written with energy and resilience
• Goal orientation - motivated by targets, money, and success
• Competitive attitude
• Willing to learn fast in a supportive team
• The ability to build relationships/repour
• Career-driven with a strong work ethic

What we offer:
• Structured training and mentorship from Day 1
• Uncapped commission (earn from every deal)
• Regular promotions – no waiting for “your turn”
• Individual & team incentives – including lunch clubs, bonuses & trips
• Progression routes to Senior, Principal, and Team Lead roles
• Access to best in class recruitment technology

About us:
Certes a trusted and established name for over 40 years in the IT recruitment market are looking for ambitious individuals to help them grow their business.

Supplemental Pay:
• Commission pay
• Bonuses
• Performance incentives
• 25 days holiday
• Company Pension
• Life/health insurance

Experience:
Sales: 6 months minimum (required) or 6 months recruitment experience