At a Glance
- Tasks: Support consultants in recruitment processes and build strong client relationships.
- Company: VWA, a boutique recruitment consultancy with a family feel.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, commission, private healthcare, pension, and generous holiday.
- Other info: Flexible working options and excellent career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and grow your skills in a people-focused environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in client-facing roles and a proactive mindset.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
As part of the Permanent team supporting the Consultants across Temporary, Contract and Permanent searches, this is a role with multiple possible areas of progression and is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their skills in a commercial and people-focused environment.
VWA is a boutique recruitment consultancy and has been established for over 35 years – there is a true family feel in our culture and approach. We partner with a number of London and internationally based firms to support with a range of hiring needs, including business support and administrative roles, Private PAs, Operations, Marketing, HR, Finance, Investments and Accountancy. VWA clients range from private equity firms, hedge funds, venture capital firms, management consultants, executive search to public relations, renewable energy, digital advertising, brand management, new media and property.
The Associate Consultant is a personality-driven role, combining positive mindset, professional communication and account management skills with proactivity, energy, and strong attention to detail. Responsibilities include:
- Taking briefings on permanent, fixed-term contract and temporary-to-permanent roles from clients.
- Building long-term relationships with clients and candidates based on honesty, trust, respect and consistent engagement.
- Growing a new client base through proactive networking and relationship building.
- Uploading candidate information to client recruitment portals.
- Other ad hoc administrative and project work as necessary.
Previous experience in a client-facing, account management or relationship management role is required. Experience or familiarity with LinkedIn, Instagram, Reed, Microsoft Outlook and Access CRM is desirable but optional. A willingness and confidence to perform disciplined and sustained BD and CRM work is essential, along with a commercial mindset, flexibility, diplomacy, and self-starter qualities.
Optional 2 days per week working from home (Tuesdays and Thursdays not included and subject to a professional home office setup).
Benefits include:
- Competitive salary dependent on experience, with commission under the terms of the prevailing commission scheme.
- Discretionary year-end bonus.
- Private Medical Healthcare after 6 months.
- Pension after 3 months with 5% company contribution.
- 25 days holiday, accruing 1 day per year for first 3 years of service.
- Annual performance review.
Commerciële Recruitment Consultant in London employer: VWA Ltd
VWA is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and family-oriented culture that fosters professional growth within the dynamic field of recruitment. With over 35 years of experience, employees benefit from a competitive salary, flexible working options, and a range of perks including private healthcare and a generous holiday allowance, all while engaging with a diverse client base across various industries in London and beyond.
