Graduate Recruitment Consultant - Finance & Business Support

Overview

Graduate Recruitment Consultant - Feb 2026 Start
Edinburgh City Centre
£26,000-£27,000 + Uncapped Commission

Are you a natural relationship builder with a track record of receiving exceptional feedback for the work you do, especially when dealing with other people?

Do you naturally go over and above to do a good job, really pushing to carve out a sales career for yourself?

Search is hiring Trainee Recruitment Consultants to join both our Finance and Business Support teams in Edinburgh. This is a great opportunity to learn from a supportive and experienced group of recruiters who will help you build your skills and confidence in the industry.

You'll be working on roles such as Credit Controllers, Accountants, Administrators, PAs/EAs and Secretaries, to name a few, and playing a key part in connecting people with great opportunities.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients, while actively identifying and pursuing new business opportunities through B2B sales.
• Source top-tier candidates using Linked In, networking, and leading job boards.
• Conduct interviews to assess candidates' suitability, ensuring a strong match for each role.
• Manage the full recruitment process, from interview scheduling to offer, creating a seamless experience for both clients and candidates.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, fully understanding their hiring needs and delivering tailored recruitment solutions.
• Grow your personal brand by consistently exceeding targets and establishing yourself as a specialist in your market.

• Proven experience within a business development or sales role, with a strong track record of consistently meeting KPIs and hitting financial targets.
• Confidence in building and managing client relationships, with the ability to handle objections and negotiate effectively when needed.
• Exceptional communication skills, with a natural ability to influence, build rapport, and engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• A "no fear" approach to picking up the phone and speaking to both candidates and clients.

• Earn up to 40% commission on your billings, with monthly, quarterly, and annual payments - rewarding your success at every step.
• Structured career progression from day one, supported by our dedicated Talent Development team and ongoing training.
• Flex Holiday Scheme, allowing you to buy and sell up to 5 days of annual leave through salary sacrifice.
• Celebrate in style at our exclusive Quarterly and Annual Highflyer events - with Marbella booked for 2026!
• Car benefit scheme available through our partner, Tusker.
• Lifestyle perks and well being discounts via Perkbox - Keeping you motivated both in and out of work.
• Monthly company-wide business updates with early 3pm finishes to kick-start your weekend.
• Dedicated marketing and back-office support, so you can focus on what you do best - recruiting.

This is your chance to join a high-performing, supportive team within one of the UK's most respected recruitment businesses - and to build a career where hard work, personality, and ambition truly pay off. If you're motivated by success and enjoy working in a high-energy, team-focused environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Katie Ball for a confidential chat about starting your recruitment career.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.