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Graduate Recruitment Consultant

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Recruitment Consultant
Bristol (BS1 6DZ) | Hybrid Working
£27,937 + Uncapped Commission
Join us at our Recruitment Open Day & Assessment Centre
Wednesday 9th September | Bristol Office
Looking for a career where your ambition directly impacts your earnings and progression?
We're inviting motivated, sales-driven individuals to attend our Recruitment Open Day and Assessment Centre in Bristol and discover what a career with Hays can offer.
Whether you're early in your sales career or already have experience in a customer-facing environment, this is your opportunity to learn more about Recruitment Consulting and explore opportunities within our teams.
Why Recruitment?
As a Recruitment Consultant, you'll build relationships with businesses and professionals, helping organisations find exceptional talent while supporting candidates to secure their next career move.
You'll be responsible for:
- Winning and developing new business opportunities
- Building long-term relationships with clients and candidates
- Interviewing and sourcing high-quality talent
- Managing the end-to-end recruitment process
- Negotiating offers and supporting candidates through onboarding
- Developing expertise within your chosen market
Reasons to use Rodeo
I’m in my final year doing Economics and I don’t know whether to apply for grad schemes now or do a masters first. What do you think?
Honest answer — it depends on where you want to end up. A lot of top grad schemes (Big 4, civil service, banking) don’t need a masters. Let’s look at the ones you’d be competitive for now, and we can decide if a masters actually adds anything.
Also worth knowing: most autumn 2026 applications are open now. Timing matters more than you think.
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Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
Graduate Consultant — 2026 Scheme
Why you're a good match
StrongYour economics background and your summer at a regional bank line up with what PwC looks for on the consulting scheme. Applications close in four weeks.
See breakdownIt searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Why you're a good match
You’ve got the grades and the economics background, and your bank internship is exactly the experience this scheme looks for. Apply soon — deadlines close within the month.
Experience fit
Your summer at the bank plus your econometrics coursework map directly to the day-one responsibilities on this scheme — client modelling, market briefings, and deal support.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
Your success will be rewarded with uncapped commission, structured career progression, and industry-leading training.
Why Join Our Bristol Team?
Located in the heart of Bristol at BS1 6DZ, our office is home to a high-performing team supporting clients and candidates across the South West. With a collaborative and ambitious culture, Bristol offers an exciting environment for consultants looking to build a successful recruitment career.
You'll benefit from:
- Modern city-centre office location
- Excellent transport links and local amenities
- Monthly social and networking events
- Supportive team environment from Consultant to Director level
- Structured training, mentoring, and clear promotion pathways
What's in It for You?
At Hays, we invest heavily in your success.
You'll receive:


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- Industry-leading training from day one
- Clear and achievable career progression
- Hybrid and flexible working
- Uncapped commission and regular incentive schemes
- Leadership development opportunities
- Local and international high-performer trips
- Birthday off, volunteering days and enhanced leave benefits
- Wellbeing, lifestyle and retail discounts
- Inclusive employee networks and support groups
- Global career opportunities across the Hays network
Our colleagues regularly describe Hays as high-energy, supportive, ambitious and fun. We work hard, celebrate success, and help each other achieve more.
Ready to Discover a Career in Recruitment?
Our Open Day & Assessment Centre on Wednesday 9th September is a fantastic opportunity to meet the team, learn more about recruitment, and explore how a career with Hays could accelerate your professional growth.
Places are limited, so apply now or get in touch to secure your place.
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