Understanding Recruitment
Graduate Researcher (Recruitment)
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Graduate Researcher (Recruitment)
St Albans - The Maltings
£26,800+ commission and amazing benefits
Starting Summer 2026
Understanding Recruitment is an award-winning technology, software and digital recruitment consultancy based in St Albans. We’re in an exciting period of growth and are looking for ambitious graduates to join our high-performing teams.
As a Graduate Researcher, you’ll join a structured training programme designed to set you up for success from day one. You’ll be supported by our in-house Learning & Development team, external industry experts, and experienced consultants who will mentor you throughout your journey.
Responsibilities
- You’ll work closely with an established client base, helping to source top tech talent across specialist markets.
- This is a fast-paced, people-focused role where you’ll develop skills in relationship building, candidate management, and delivery, while making a real impact on growing businesses.
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Required Skills
- Motivated, resilient and eager to build a long-term career.
- Strong communication skills and confidence interacting with people.
- Any background in sales, customer service, hospitality or similar environments is a plus.
Salary: £26,800 + OTE + excellent benefits
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive salary and uncapped commission structure
- Unlimited holiday
- Fitness First gym membership
- Michelin star lunches
- International incentive trips
- Clear development and progression routes
- Flexible working options
- Regular team and company socials
- A supportive, high-performance team culture
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We are also an employee-owned business, meaning our people hold a majority share in the company. This gives you the opportunity to benefit directly from the long-term success and growth of the business. This includes:
- A real stake in the company’s future
- Profit-sharing opportunities as the business grows
- Long-term financial reward linked to performance and tenure
- A culture built around ownership and collaboration
If you’re looking for a career where hard work is rewarded and progression is genuinely achievable, apply with your CV for immediate consideration.
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