STR Group
Recruitment Consultant
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Recruitment Consultant – Portsmouth
Location: Portsmouth Basic Salary: £25,000 (increasing to £26,000–£27,000 upon successful completion of the Training Academy and achievement of targets)
New starters receive a commission accelerator of up to £1,500, paid over the first 6 months to support pipeline and market knowledge development.
Competitive Earning Potential
- Year 1 OTE (On-Target Earnings): £35,000
- Year 2 OTE: £50,000 – £70,000
- Year 3 OTE: £80,000 – £100,000+
About the Role
Perfect for those thriving in a sales-driven, target-focused environment. Ideal for driven, ambitious professionals—whether experienced in:
- Recruitment
- Sales
A global opportunity bridging US clients with our UK office, delivering flexibility with a tailored schedule (4-day week, 11 am – 8:30 pm).
Eager recruits gain access to a world-class Training Academy, equipping you with structured tools for success.
What STR Offers
- International recruitment company (since 2000)
- Five niche brands: Life Sciences, Leading Edge Capex, Automation, Maritime & Engineering & Manufacturing
- Proactive career structure with potential for rapid promotion
- Flexible/hybrid work (post-academy, subject to performance)
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Responsibilities
Core Duties
- Build outbound sales pipeline to source new clients
- Develop networking strategies (e.g., LinkedIn) for talent pools
- Strengthen client & candidate relationships
- Create engaging vacancy advertisements, campaigns & marketing
- Negotiate Terms of Business with corporate clients
- Track personal KPIs & financial targets
- Full ownership of your earnings growth
Benefits & Perks
Earnings & Growth
- Up to 30% commission
- Performance-driven progression with clear career pathways
- STR-sponsored training (award-winning in-house experts)
Work Life Balance
- Flexible/hybrid working (post-academy)
- Early Friday close (3 pm)
- 4-day week, tailored UK/US timing
Social & Cultural
- Designed state-of-the-art offices with breakout areas and on-site recreation
- Pool & football tables
- Breakfast club (fresh fruit, cereal, snack bars)
- Monthly recognitions (Employee of the Month & Quarter)
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Guest Rewards
- Top 10 Billers win annual trips to Las Vegas, Ibiza, Reykjavik, New York or Dubai
- Quarterly Directors’ lunches at 5★ restaurants
Perks & Privileges
- Company holiday (23 days + bank holidays, rising by 1 day/yellow, capped at 28 days)
- Upgrade up to 5 extra holiday days
- Healthcare cash plan, optional private medical cover (Day 1)
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
- Birthday off
- Onsite parking & cycle-to-work scheme
Recognition & Community
- Awarded for company anniversaries (chocolate bouquets, vouchers, champagne, bonuses)
- Summer & Christmas parties
- Referral programme
Equal Opportunities
STR is committed to disabled talent inclusive interviews if minimum criteria are met.
Next Steps
Application enables access to STR’s fully funded training programmes. Apply today!
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