Recruitment Consultant - Trainee/Graduate

As a Recruitment Consultant Trainee/Graduate, you will be responsible for managing the full recruitment lifecycle within a fast-paced consultancy environment. Your primary duties include: - Sourcing and attracting top-tier candidates through various channels, including job boards, social media, networking events, and direct outreach. - Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients to understand their hiring needs and provide tailored recruitment solutions. - Conducting thorough candidate screenings, interviews, and assessments to ensure alignment with client requirements. - Managing the end-to-end recruitment process, from initial contact through offer negotiation and placement. - Collaborating with senior consultants to develop and execute effective recruitment strategies. - Maintaining accurate records of candidate and client interactions using the company's CRM system. - Meeting and exceeding individual and team targets for placements and revenue generation. - Participating in ongoing training and development programs to enhance recruitment skills and industry knowledge. - Contributing to business development efforts by identifying new client opportunities and supporting account growth. - Staying updated on market trends, salary benchmarks, and industry developments to provide informed advice to clients and candidates.

Qualifications and requirements: - A bachelor's degree in any discipline (or equivalent experience). - Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with diverse stakeholders. - Excellent organizational and time management abilities, with a proactive approach to problem-solving. - Resilience and a results-driven mindset, comfortable working in a target-oriented environment. - Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). - No prior recruitment experience is required, as full training is provided; however, any sales, customer service, or business development experience is advantageous. - A genuine interest in recruitment and a desire to pursue a long-term career in the field. - Ability to work collaboratively in a team and independently when needed.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment is a recruitment agency specializing in sales and recruitment services, offering training and progression opportunities for trainee consultants.