Trainee Recruitment Consultant – £28k + Commission

About the role

Join Ernest Gordon Recruitment as a Trainee Recruitment Consultant and start a career in the fast‑moving Engineering and Technology sectors. No prior recruitment experience is required – we provide the training, support and clear progression path you need to succeed.

Key responsibilities

• Build and nurture relationships with client companies in engineering and technology.
• Generate new business through outbound calls, cold‑calling and networking.
• Manage the full 360° recruitment cycle from business development to candidate placement.
• Source, screen and interview candidates, advertise vacancies and head‑hunt talent.
• Negotiate offers and guide candidates and clients through the hiring process.
• Meet individual and team performance targets.

Required profile

• Ambitious, competitive and motivated by success.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Positive attitude, hardworking and treats people well.
• Willingness to learn and develop in a sales‑driven environment.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive £28,000 base salary plus uncapped commission.
• One‑to‑one training, continuous development and early responsibility.
• Clear progression pathway to senior and leadership roles.
• Quarterly lunch clubs, performance incentives and overseas incentive trips.
• Modern Bristol city‑centre office with onsite gym.
• Pension scheme and additional benefits.