Trainee Recruitment Consultant

Posted 29 July 2025
Salary 26,100 (OTE 30k+ early career)
LocationLeicester
Job type Permanent
Discipline Recruitment
ReferenceJARSTRAINEELEIC29072025
Contact NameLauren Golder

Job description

Job Title: Trainee Recruitment Consultant
Location: Leicester (Clarendon Park Road)
Salary: £26,100 basic + Uncapped Commission (No Thresholds)
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent (8:30pm – 5:30pm Mon-Thurs with 4pm Finish on Fridays)
Start Date: Immediate or flexible for the right candidate

Think Recruitment Isn’t for You? Think Again – Your Transferable Skills Say Otherwise.

If you're working in retail, hospitality, sales or customer service and want a career with quick progression, great training and uncapped earning potential – this is your sign.

At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions, we’re not your average workplace. Recognised in the Recruiter HOT 100 Companies 2024, proud holders of an Investors in People Gold accreditation, and celebrated for our outstanding company culture, we invest in people like you.

🎯Why make the move to recruitment with us?
Because everything you've learned about communication, problem-solving, multitasking and working under pressure makes you a perfect fit.

💼What’s in it for you?
Great Starting Salary + commission from day one - no thresholds
26 Days Holiday (plus bank hols), rising annually to 31
Healthcare Package - including Life Assurance, optional Dental & Health Insurance
Heka Wellbeing Allowance - monthly credits for gym memberships, meal kits, mental health support & more
Award-Winning Training Programme - hands-on and led by industry experts
Clear Career Path - become a Senior Consultant in 18 months, with leadership opportunities in as little as 3 years

🔍The Role:
You’ll be trained as a 360 Recruitment Consultant from day one. That means you’ll:

  • Build lasting relationships with clients and candidates

  • Learn how to consult, advise and negotiate

  • Become a specialist in HR, Social Housing or Property Management

  • Source top talent and manage the full recruitment process

  • Work in a fast-paced, supportive and collaborative team

🎯Who thrives here?
People who:

  • Communicate confidently and build trust quickly

  • Stay cool under pressure and love working to targets

  • Bring a proactive, positive mindset to the table

  • Want a team who celebrates wins and supports growth

🎓 No recruitment experience? No problem. We hire people, not CVs. If you’re ready to channel your customer-facing skills into a long-term, rewarding career, this is your opportunity.

📩Apply today or reach out for a confidential chat – we’d love to hear from you.

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