- Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
- Location: Brentford, West London (Hybrid)
Join a leading educational recruitment agency with a ten-year legacy of growth and success. We are currently seeking a Trainee Recruitment Consultant to join a dynamic team. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about the education sector and looking to make a significant impact by pairing teaching professionals with their ideal roles in schools across London and the Home Counties.
Day to Day of the role:
- Build and maintain relationships with education professionals, matching them with suitable roles within primary, secondary, and SEN schools.
- Offer personalized support to candidates, aligning opportunities with their career aspirations.
- Engage with senior leaders within schools to understand their staffing needs and provide tailored solutions.
- Develop a deep understanding of educational recruitment and school environments.
- Drive sales activities, including making outbound calls and attending client meetings.
- Work closely with our resourcing department to recruit top candidates for your desk.
- Negotiate pay rates and foster positive relationships with candidates.
- Achieve financial targets and monitor the success of job placements.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Proven sales ability is essential.
- Bachelor's degree with a 2:1 or above.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in recruitment, preferably within a temporary recruitment sector.
- Knowledge of the UK education system.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Professional appearance and demeanor.
- Ambition for a long-term career in recruitment.
- Self-motivated and proactive.
- Successful track record in employment and education.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills.
- Confidence in conducting interviews and engaging with senior stakeholders.
- Empathy towards job seekers.
Benefits:
- Modern office environment with complimentary gym membership.
- Clear career progression opportunities.
- Generous holiday allowance and competitive salary with increases post-probation.
- Support from a dedicated candidate team to grow your desk and sales.
- Supportive management invested in your professional development.
- Inclusive team culture with regular social events and incentives.
- Flexible working hours, including reduced hours during school holidays and work-from-home options on Mondays and Fridays.
- Performance-driven commission structure.
- Comprehensive wellness program for physical and mental health.