Henderson Scott
Graduate Recruitment Consultant
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Associate Recruitment Consultant - Placing Lawyers
Unlock Your Potential with Henderson Scott Henderson Scott is a specialist recruitment partner with expertise across accountancy and finance, legal, marketing, sales, and technology. Originally established with a focus on technology recruitment, we have since evolved to support a broad range of industries, connecting top talent with leading employers.
Our legal team of 14 concentrate on placing lawyers in Private Practice, working with the biggest names in law both in Central London and the South East Region.
As part of the Search Recruitment Group, we leverage decades of experience alongside innovative recruitment strategies to deliver exceptional talent solutions. Due to our continued growth, we are looking for an Associate Consultant to join our Brighton-based team and play a key role in our success.
Your role as an Associate Consultant As a key part of our recruitment team, you will:
- Manage the entire recruitment life-cycle, from sourcing and engaging top-tier candidates to negotiating offers and onboarding talent.
- Build and nurture strong relationships with clients and candidates, acting as a trusted advisor.
- Identify and develop new business opportunities while maintaining and growing existing client partnerships.
- Stay ahead of industry trends to position Henderson Scott as a leading recruitment provider.
- Support and mentor junior consultants, helping them develop their skills and reach their full potential.
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Who we're looking for
- A university graduate with experience in a fast-paced, sales-driven professional working environment.
- Ambitious, career-driven, and eager to learn.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
- A proactive and results-oriented mindset, with a passion for recruitment.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Experience within other areas of recruitment will also be considered.
What's in it for you?
- Competitive base salary with uncapped commission potential - earn £100,000 - from Brighton!
- Have a career in recruitment with us!
- Comprehensive training and career development through our recruitment development pathway.
- A supportive and collaborative team culture that champions success.
- Clear progression opportunities within a growing private equity-backed business.
- Flexible working options, including hybrid working.
- Outstanding rewards and incentives, including national events, company-wide recognition, and European trips for top performers.
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Why Join Henderson Scott? We are committed to empowering our people to succeed. Whether through tailored development plans, incentives that reward success, or work-life balance initiatives, we create an environment where you can thrive and build a long-term career in recruitment.
If you're ambitious, motivated, and ready to take your career to the next level, we'd love to hear from you.
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