Compass Recruitment Solutions (CRS)
Recruitment Consultant
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Senior / Principal / Managing Recruitment Consultant
Locations: Portsmouth (Cosham) | Manchester | Leeds | Full-Time | Office-Based
About the Role
Do you have a drive to succeed and the resilience to bounce back from setbacks while keeping up the momentum?
Are you eager to build or develop your career within an award-winning Healthcare and Life Sciences recruitment agency?
At CRS, we’re looking for experienced Recruitment Consultants eager to support our rapid growth within specialised teams in Health, Care, Life Sciences, or MedTech.
Key Highlights:
- Own your own recruitment desk and build lasting client relationships
- Work in a trusted and high-growth industry with opportunities for global expansion
- Uncapped earning potential based on performance
The Bands & Specialisms We Offer
Looking for the right fit within our portfolio of brands:
- Compass Associates (Specialising in Independent Health, Social Care, Children’s Services)
- Carrot Recruitment (Focusing on Pharma and Life Sciences)
- Consult (Health and Medical Technology)
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking self-motivated, hard-working professionals who can thrive in a fast-paced, results-driven environment. No matter your level of experience—whether you’re early in your career or transitioning from sales or customer-facing roles—we want to hear from you.
Whether you're a graduating student or an experienced recruitment trailblazer looking for a fresh challenge, this role offers structured training, mentorship, and a path to unlimited career progression.
Core Responsibilities:
- Own and grow your own recruitment desk as a mini-business
- Attract and retain top talent in healthcare and life sciences sectors
- Conduct interviews, candidate assessments, and build meaningful client relationships
- Develop new business opportunities in your dedicated specialism
- Deliver exceptional service with a focus on long-term client success
- Actively participate in company-wide programmes to drive growth and innovation within the sector
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Ideal Candidate Attributes:
✔ Strong work ethic and resilience ✔ Passionate about building genuine connections with clients and candidates ✔ Ability to take initiative and stay positive under pressure ✔ Future-focused mindset, with clear ambition for career progression ✔ Want to win in your career—on your own terms
Why Choose Compass Associates?
Awards-Winning Culture
🏆 Work with an agency recognised as a trusted leader in healthcare recruitment.
Unmatched Earning Potential
💰 Uncapped commission starting at 15%—your success is our favourite conversation. 📈 Clear, transparent progression from Consultant through to Director level.
Training & Development
🎓 State-of-the-art training programmes (including accredited qualifications) 🔹 Structured mentorship and leadership development 🔹 A promote-from-within culture—grow within an agency that values talent.
Supportive & High-Performance Culture
🤝 Join a collaborative team where success is celebrated 🎉 We don’t just talk rewards—we actively recognise top performers via company events, incentives, and incentives. 🍇 Ethical flexibility where every voice is heard and pivotal actions drive growth.
Flexible & Rewarding Perks
Core Benefits:
- Up to 38 days annual leave (including service-related increments)
- Early finish on Fridays (3 PM)
- Annual wellness rewards with no nominal cap
- Quarterly company-wide events (easier than you think!)
- £500 bonus for employee referrals
- Retail discount scheme
- Cycle-to-Work scheme
- Free breakfast and fresh fruit every weekday
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Elite Rewards for High Performers:
🔸 Private healthcare 🔹 Healthcare cash plans 🔸 Accelerated routes to financial security:
- Electric vehicle scheme
- Mobile phone allowance
- Life insurance & critical illness cover
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the training work?
Onboarding includes a comprehensive consultancy programme, ongoing coaching, and training in recruitment best practices, business development, and candidate & client relationship management.
Can I transition from other careers?
Absolutely! Whether you’re coming from sales, customer success or a related industry, our team will guide and coach you into embracing recruitment with new skills.
What sets Compass Associates apart?
We are more than a typical recruitment job: a blend of high performance and genuine support. You’ll learn, thrive, and own a deep industry expertise—all within an established reputation in the Healthcare and Life Science sectors. You’re investing in more than a job—you’re building a lasting professional legacy.
Next Steps
We can’t wait to hear from you. Send your CV to: businesssupport@compassltd.co.uk
To the motivated, driven connoisseur of the recruitment world: Applications open now—but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.* If you haven’t heard within 10 days of applying, kindly assume this round didn’t yield a match for you today. We’ll be in touch should new opportunities arise!
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