Trainee Recruitment Consultant Apprenticeship Level 3

Brief Description

We are looking for a Trainee Recruitment Consultant to join a high-volume, fast-paced desk recruiting for finance roles. This is a great opportunity to grow and develop within a reputable business, gaining hands-on experience in sourcing, screening, and placing candidates while building strong relationships and progressing your career.

Qualifications Required

GCSE Maths and English 4 or above (or equivalent)

Personal Qualities

Strong personality with a positive and enthusiastic attitude
Intelligent, quick to learn, and able to think on their feet
Proactive, switched on, and able to work in a fast-paced environment

Skills Required

Confident communicator with the ability to hold engaging conversations
Motivated to work in a sales environment and achieve targets
Resilient and comfortable handling rejection and challenges
Strong work ethic with a desire to succeed and progress
Good listening skills and the ability to build rapport quickly

Future Prospects

This role offers clear progression into a Recruitment Consultant position, with ongoing training, development, and opportunities to advance into senior or management roles within a reputable and growing business.

Vacancy Detail

Source and identify suitable candidates for a entry to mid level finance roles
Conduct screening calls and interviews to assess suitability, handling high call volumes (up to 70–80 calls per day)
Carry out cold calling to engage new candidates and clients to generate new opportunities
Build and maintain strong relationships with candidates and clients
Manage multiple vacancies with quick turnaround times
Advertise roles across job boards and social platforms
Support the full recruitment process from initial contact to placement
Maintain accurate records and update the CRM system
Work towards targets and KPIs in a fast-paced environment
Develop market knowledge within the finance and accountancy sector
Provide a professional and positive candidate experience throughout the process

Other Information

Have you considered hours / wage / location? Uncapped commission means your earning potential is unlimited. You’ll benefit from 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days, an extra day off for your birthday, and a full Christmas shutdown. The office is dog-friendly and there are regular team socials and incentives, including activities like axe-throwing and goat yoga. Additional benefits include a healthcare cash plan, employee assistance programme, free parking in central Southampton, and genuine opportunities for career progression within a growing business.