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Associate Recruitment Consultants

If you're ambitious, motivated and eager to learn, we'll provide the training, mentoring and support you need to build a long-term career with us.

Launch Your Career in Recruitment

Whether you're leaving school, graduating from university or looking for a fresh challenge, a career in recruitment offers more than just a job - it offers the opportunity to build relationships, develop commercial skills and earn based on your success.

At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions, we've spent over 15 years helping businesses across the UK find exceptional talent. Behind every successful placement is one of our consultants, and every consultant started somewhere.

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What is Recruitment?

Recruitment is About People.

Recruitment consultants help businesses find the right people while helping candidates take the next step in their careers. Every day is different. One moment you'll be speaking with a candidate looking for their next role, and the next you'll be consulting with a client on their hiring needs.

As an Associate Recruitment Consultant, you'll learn every stage of the recruitment process while being supported by experienced consultants and managers.

You'll gradually develop expertise in your specialist sector, building lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.

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What You'll Be Doing

• Speaking with candidates about their career goals

• Building relationships with employers

• Advertising live vacancies

• Screening CVs and interviewing candidates

• Arranging interviews

• Negotiating offers

• Becoming an expert in your specialist market

No two days are ever the same.

Recruitment: Myths vs Facts

Think you know recruitment? Think again.

Recruitment is often misunderstood. Many people have assumptions about what being a recruiter involves, but the reality is very different.

  • Myth

    Recruitment is "helping people find jobs"

    Fact

    Yes, you will facilitate candidates source their next contract or permanent roles, however, the focus is on assisting organisations source the right candidates for positions they struggle to source directly.

  • Myth

    You need recruitment experience

    Fact

    You don't need previous recruitment experience. Our structured training programme gives you the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to succeed. All you need is a drive to succeed, efficient communication skills and initiative.

  • Myth

    Recruitment has limited progression

    Fact

    Recruitment offers a clear career pathway, with opportunities to progress from Associate Recruitment Consultant through to leadership positions.

  • Myth

    Recruitment is just making phone calls

    Fact

    A successful recruiter builds relationships, conducts interviews, manages projects, negotiates offers and develops specialist industry knowledge.

  • Myth

    You need a degree to succeed

    Fact

    We welcome people from all backgrounds, including A Level/College leavers, graduates and career changers. Your attitude and ambition matter more than your qualifications.

Is This Role Right For You?

You don't need a perfect background. You need the right mindset.

At JARS, we believe great recruiters come from many different experiences.

Whether you're starting out in your career or making a change, we're looking for people who are motivated, ambitious and willing to learn.

​University isn't the only route to success.

Our Associate Consultants began their careers straight after completing their A Levels or leaving college. Instead of continuing into higher education, they chose to develop professionally, earn a salary and build valuable commercial experience from day one.

If you're confident, hardworking and enjoy working with people, recruitment could be the ideal next step.

Career Changers

Some of our strongest consultants have joined us from backgrounds including:

• Hospitality
• Retail
• Customer service
• Sales
• Administration
• Property
• Estate agency

If you've developed strong communication skills and enjoy working towards goals, recruitment could be the perfect next challenge.

What We're Looking For

• Strong communication skills
• Confidence to step outside your comfort zone
• A willingness to learn
• Resilience and determination
• Organisation and attention to detail
• A positive attitude
• Ambition to progress

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Why Join James Andrews Recruitment Solutions?

More than a job. A career built around your success.

When you join JARS, you'll join a business that invests in people.

We understand that starting a new career can feel challenging, which is why you'll receive structured training, ongoing support and guidance from experienced consultants and managers.

Life at JARS

• Structured 12-week training programme
• Uncapped commission structure
• Internal promotion opportunities (Senior Consultant within 18 months)
• Regular incentives and rewards
•Professional development opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• Modern office locations
• Company events and celebrations

Career Progression

Your progression is based on your performance.

One of the biggest benefits of recruitment is that your career growth isn't restricted by traditional timelines.

As you develop your skills, your responsibilities, earning potential and opportunities grow with you.

  • Associate Recruitment Consultant
    Associate Recruitment Consultant

    ​Your first step into recruitment. You'll learn recruitment fundamentals, candidate management, market knowledge, communication skills and industry processes.

  • Recruitment Consultant
    Recruitment Consultant

    ​After 6 months, you'll begin managing your own recruitment activity, building relationships with candidates and clients.

  • Senior Recruitment Consultant
    Senior Recruitment Consultant

    ​18 months after, you'll become a specialist within your market while supporting and mentoring newer consultants.

  • Principal Consultant
    Principal Consultant

    ​You'll manage key relationships, handle larger recruitment campaigns and establish yourself as a market expert.

  • Management & Leadership
    Management & Leadership

    In as little as 2 years, you can decide to take the route of management. You'll have the opportunity to lead teams, develop future consultants and contribute to the growth of the business.

Hear It From the Team

Real people. Real career journeys.

Everyone at JARS started somewhere.

Some joined straight after education. Others changed careers from completely different industries.

What they shared was ambition, determination and the desire to build something.

Molly Humphreys | Recruitment Consultant | Leicester Office

​What does a typical work day look like for you?

  • My day usually starts with checking emails, reviewing priorities and joining our morning jobs meeting to discuss live roles and plans for the day. I then focus on speaking with candidates, arranging interviews, sending CVs and filling vacancies. Throughout the day, I’ll also spend time business developing, building client relationships and marketing candidates. After catching up with placed candidates, reviewing progress with the team and planning next steps, I’ll finish by updating LinkedIn and following up with any final conversations before heading home.

​Why did you choose this over university?

​I wanted to start building my career straight away rather than going just because it felt like the next step. Recruitment came into my life at the perfect time, and it's one of the best decisions I've made

​What do you enjoy most about your job?

  • The best part of recruitment for me is the people. I enjoy matching the right candidates with the right opportunities, but I also like building genuine relationships. It's nice knowing candidates trust me enough to call if they need advice, want to celebrate a new job, or just need someone to listen.

​What's some advice you'd give to future consultants?

  • My advice for anyone starting in recruitment is build relationships, not just placements. People remember how you made them feel, and the candidates and clients you help today could come back to you years later.

University vs Recruitment Trainee

There isn't one route to success.

University is a fantastic option for many people, but it isn't the only way to build a successful career.

Some people prefer gaining practical experience, earning from day one and developing professionally in a commercial environment.

Our Specialist Sectors

Become an expert in a market that interests you.

As a specialist recruitment business, our consultants develop expertise across a variety of professional sectors.

You'll work with businesses and candidates within areas including:

Life at James Andrews

Work hard. Celebrate success together.

Recruitment is fast-paced and challenging, but it's also rewarding.

We believe success should be recognised, which is why we create opportunities for our teams to celebrate achievements together.

You'll be involved in:

• Company events
• Charity initiatives
• Incentives
• Team celebrations
• Training days
• Networking opportunities

Our culture is built around teamwork, development and supporting each other.

Learn more here:

Company EventsCharity PartnershipsEmployee Benefits

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need recruitment experience?

No. We provide full training and support from your first day.

Do I need a degree?

No. We welcome applications from A Level leavers, graduates and people changing careers.

How long is the training programme?

Our initial training programme lasts 12 weeks, followed by continuous development.

How does commission work?

On top of your base salary, you'll receive monthly uncapped commission based on your billing levels.

Is there career progression?

Yes. Our consultants have a clear pathway from Associate Recruitment Consultant through to leadership roles.

Ready to Start Your Recruitment Career?

Your first step could lead to your future career.

If you're ambitious, motivated and looking for a career where your success is rewarded, we'd love to hear from you.

Whether you're leaving school, graduating or looking for a fresh start, JARS can provide the training, support and opportunities to help you succeed.