Entry-level Recruitment Consultant

Job description

Entry-Level Recruitment Consultant – Manchester

Location: Central Manchester

Salary: £25,000–£26,000 base + uncapped commission (OTE for first year £50k+)

Start Date: Immediate start preferred, but flexible for the right candidate

About the Client:

Our client is a leading global recruitment agency with over 400 employees and a turnover of £100 million. With specialist teams across Technology, Marketing, and Sales, they deliver both permanent and contract talent solutions. Their Manchester office is one of the highest-performing regions, having already surpassed its £3 million revenue target for the year—and now, they're growing fast.

The Opportunity:

This is an exciting chance to join a high-performing, close-knit team of 7 consultants in the Manchester office. The team is looking to bring in 3–4 new entry-level consultants who will start together as part of a new intake.

Initially, you will be receive:

• Structured onboarding with a proven graduate programme
• Hands-on mentorship from senior leaders
• Start on a 180 recruitment model, transitioning into a full 360 consultant role within 3 months
• Clear and accelerated progression path based on performance

What They're Looking For:

The client is seeking driven, competitive, and coachable individuals. No degree is required, and they are actively seeking individuals who are ready to prove themselves in a high-performance environment.

Ideal Candidates May Have:

• A background in sports, sales, or any competitive environment – including involvement in university societies or clubs
• Strong work ethic and natural resilience
• Desire to learn and succeed quickly
• A grounded, team-oriented attitude
• Wanting to have career development

Company Culture & Support:

• High-performance, mature team culture
• Ongoing mentorship and coaching from senior consultants
• CRM and systems training supported by a dedicated offshore team
• Hard work is rewarded, with some previous incentives including:
• Fine-dining
• Lunch clubs
• Bali, Las Vegas, etc…

Commission & Earning Potential:

• Uncapped commission structure with no threshold:
• £0–£10,000: 10%
• £10,001–£20,000: 15%
• £20,001+: 25%
• £250 fee per placement at entry level, increasing as you progress
• Realistic OTE:
• Year 1: £50k+
• Long-term: £180k–£350k+

Progression & Promotions:

• Promotions possible every 6–9 months for high performers
• E.g.: team member promoted 3 times in 18 months
• Clear roadmap from trainee to senior, then leadership

Interview Process:

• Introductory video or phone interview
• Final face-to-face interview with Manchester leadership team

Ready to Start Your Recruitment Career?

If you're ambitious, grounded, and ready to work hard for life-changing results, apply today to join a business that will back your growth every step of the way.

Please apply with a full CV.