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Recruitment Consultant - Entry Level
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Recruitment Consultant - Entry Level
Entry Level Recruitment Consultant – Professional Services Recruitment
Location: London – Hays Recruitment
We are seeking a sales-driven Entry Level Recruitment Consultant to join our flagship London office within our Professional Services Recruitment team. This role is perfect for those eager to develop industry expertise while benefitting from commission-based earning alongside their base salary.
About the Role
This position offers a supportive environment for new talent to grow within Hays’ longest-standing business area, where collaboration and inclusion are prioritised to ensure successful development. Our London office hosts 200 ambitious, sales-focused consultants in a dynamic urban setting.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Executing cold calls and sales outreach to engage with prospective clients
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with organisations, recruiters, directors, and decision-makers
- Conducting face-to-face sales meetings to close business
- Sourcing and recruiting high-quality candidates for professional sector roles
- Draft compliance reports, support internal projects, and meet daily targets & KPIs
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Popular earnings for this role in the first year may reach £35,000–£40,000, depending on performance.
Requirements
To apply for this opportunity, you must have:
- A genuine passion for sales and a drive to achieve targets
- Strong professional communication skills
- Resilience in facing challenges
- An understanding of 360-degree recruitment
- Commitment to a long-term career in recruitment
Benefits & Perks
As part of Hays—a multi-award-winning recruiter—you’ll enjoy:
✅ Uncapped commission paid quarterly on invoices ✅ Performance incentives (including all-expense-paid international trips) ✅ High-energy, inclusive, and collaborative culture built on trust and expertise ✅ Industry-leading training & development to advance your career ✅ Global opportunities in 32+ countries through Hays’ mobility program ✅ Hybrid & flexible working with a purpose-driven work environment ✅ Diverse employee support networks, wellness initiatives*, and a range of benefits
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Hays prioritises an inclusive approach, offering cross-cultural programs, DE&I initiatives, and a strong commitment to purpose-led work.
Next Steps
Ready to grow your career? Apply now to join our team—or explore more opportunities at Hays!
As a Disability Confident employer, Hays welcoming of candidates from all backgrounds and is committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity.
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