Trainee Recruitment Consultant - JUNE START!

Optimus Search; City Of London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading recruitment firm as an Entry-Level Recruitment Consultant in London, specializing in Digital, Data, and Life Sciences. With a competitive salary and uncapped commission, this role offers comprehensive training and opportunities for career progression. You'll manage the recruitment process, build client relationships, and connect candidates with exciting roles.

Benefits

Uncapped commission

Industry-leading training

Career progression opportunities

Monthly incentive lunches

Quarterly holiday rewards

Vibrant office culture

Qualifications

• No experience necessary; motivation and target-driven attitude required.
• Passionate about sales and building relationships.
• Resilient problem solvers who thrive under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment process from building client relationships to placing candidates.
• Source, attract, and headhunt top candidates in tech and life sciences.
• Negotiate offers and support placements end-to-end.

Skills

Motivation

Sales

Business Development

Relationship Management

Problem Solving

Job description

Trainee Recruitment Consultant - JUNE START!

Trainee Recruitment Consultant - JUNE START!

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Talent Acquisition Partner | Expanding Optimus Search Teams in Digital, Data, and Life Sciences

Job Title: Entry-Level Recruitment Consultant

Location: London

Salary: £26,000 + Uncapped Commission (No threshold!)

Start Date: June

Kickstart Your Career in Recruitment with Optimus Search

At Optimus Search, we connect top talent with cutting-edge companies across Europe. Specialising in Digital, Data, and Life Sciences recruitment, we’ve grown from niche experts to industry leaders with three specialist divisions—Optimus Digital, Optimus Data, and Optimus Life Sciences. Now, we’re looking for ambitious individuals to join us as Entry-Level Recruitment Consultants and be part of our exciting journey.

What You’ll Be Doing:

As a 360 Recruitment Consultant, you’ll manage the full recruitment process—from building client relationships to placing candidates in their dream roles. You will:

• Proactively reach out to new clients and grow existing accounts.
• Source, attract, and headhunt top candidates in tech and life sciences.
• Manage interviews, negotiate offers, and support placements end-to-end.
• Build long-term relationships with clients and candidates alike.
• Work in a high-energy, fast-paced environment where your hard work pays off.

What We’re Looking For:

No experience? No problem. We’re looking for people who are:

• Motivated, target-driven, and eager to succeed.
• Passionate about sales, business development, and building relationships.
• Resilient problem-solvers who thrive under pressure.
• Energetic, engaging, and ready to be part of a fun, high-performing team.

Why Optimus Search?

• Competitive salary + uncapped commission (Year 1 OTE: £35K–£40K+, top performers earn much more).
• Industry-leading training & development from our in-house L&D team.
• Career progression – grow with us and build your own team in the future.
• Monthly incentives – lunch clubs at London’s top restaurants.
• Quarterly holiday rewards – fully funded trips to Ibiza, Vegas, and Dubai.
• Vibrant office culture – dress-down Fridays, early finishes, and a stocked office bar.

Ready to Join Us?

Click ‘Apply Now’ to take the first step toward your recruitment career. Our team will be in touch soon! Learn more about who we are at www.optimussearch.com.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development, Consulting, and Customer Service

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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