Trainee Recruitment Consultant

Are you ready to step into the fast-paced world of recruitment but unsure where to start? Tradewind Recruitment has an incredible opportunity for you! Join us in the thriving city of Birmingham and launch your career with our highly regarded Recruitment Consultant development programme - the Impact Academy. You'll be part of a dedicated team with over 25 years of combined industry experience, ready to support you every step of the way.

About Birmingham City Centre
Birmingham, the UK's second-largest city, is a dynamic hub of culture, commerce, and creativity. The city centre is a bustling mix of modern skyscrapers, historic architecture, and vibrant shopping districts like the Bullring and Grand Central. With a rapidly expanding economy and a renowned arts scene, including the Symphony Hall and Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham offers a rich environment for both work and play.

About Tradewind Recruitment
Tradewind Recruitment is not just a recruitment agency; we are leaders in education recruitment. Recognised as a Sunday Times Top 100 Company for four years in a row, we are one of the largest teaching agencies in the UK, dedicated to investing in our people and delivering exceptional service to schools and candidates alike.

Why Choose Tradewind?
Joining our Birmingham team means accessing a wide range of benefits and excellent career growth opportunities:

• Competitive Salary: Begin with a starting salary of £28,000-£30,000 and realistic on-target earnings (OTE) of between £35,000 and £40,000 in your first year.
• Commission from Day One: Earn commission from the moment you start, ensuring your success is rewarded immediately.
• Generous Holidays: Enjoy 35 days of annual leave in addition to Bank Holidays and reduced working hours during school holidays (4.5-hour days), giving you more time to explore Birmingham's thriving city centre or nearby attractions like the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
• Incentive Trips: Take part in all-expenses-paid trips abroad as part of our international incentive programme for top performers.
• Perks: Benefit from daily free breakfast, Friday drinks, and a strong focus on employee well-being.
• Professional Development: Access continuous professional development opportunities with many of our Managers and Directors having started as Consultants, demonstrating the clear potential for progression.

About the Impact Academy
The Impact Academy is Tradewind's industry-leading training programme, designed to provide you with the skills and expertise needed to thrive as a Recruitment Consultant.

Your Responsibilities
In your first year, you will:

• Source and interview candidates for temporary and permanent positions.
• Create professional CV profiles for client marketing.
• Work alongside our sales teams to increase candidate placements.
• Meet weekly targets and KPIs set with your manager.
• Earn commission for your contributions from day one.

Support and Mentorship
From the start, you'll receive unwavering support from your team manager, our market-leading training team, and a dedicated mentor. You'll be working with some of the top recruitment consultants in the education sector as you grow in your role.

Graduation and Beyond
After your first year, you'll move onto a designated Sales Desk and receive advanced training in:

• Business Development
• Margin Negotiation
• Safeguarding
• Handling Difficult Conversations
• Customer Service and Time Management

Your Success Awaits
At Tradewind Recruitment, we know the importance of support and development in building a successful career. The Impact Academy is designed to equip you with the tools and training you need to excel, with previous graduates achieving top consultant status within their first year in sales.

Join Us Today
We are currently recruiting for our Birmingham team and are excited to meet individuals with a positive attitude and a drive for success. While experience in sales or education is helpful, what we value most is your determination to shape your future.

For more information or to apply for an interview, send your CV to today. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to start a rewarding career with Tradewind Recruitment's Impact Academy in Birmingham!