Associate Recruitment Consultant – Temporary & Contract Division

About the role

VWA is seeking an ambitious Associate Recruitment Consultant to join its Temporary and Contract Division. This permanent position offers a clear pathway to full Consultant status and the chance to manage your own client portfolio in a supportive, people‑focused environment.

Key responsibilities

• Sourcing candidates through job board applications and active searching.
• Conducting telephone screening and competency‑based interviews.
• Managing candidate relationships throughout the registration process.
• Shortlisting candidates, collating interview feedback and supporting client briefs.
• Performing market research and analysis as required.
• Driving business development to grow and nurture client relationships.
• Supporting weekly agency payroll administration.
• Providing administrative support such as compliance documentation, Microsoft Office assessments and CV formatting.
• Undertaking additional tasks as needed.

Required profile

• Prior experience in a high‑end sales role is ideal; recruitment experience is not mandatory.
• Strong attention to detail and a commercial mindset.
• Efficient, warm and approachable with natural rapport‑building abilities.
• Team‑player with a proactive attitude.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office proficiency.

What we offer

• Core hours 9:00‑17:30 with flexibility.
• Hybrid working model (3 days office‑based, onboarding fully office‑based).
• Competitive base salary up to £35,000 depending on experience.
• Commission scheme after probation and an annual discretionary bonus.
• Additional benefits and a supportive team environment.