Junior IT Recruitment Consultant

• Hybrid working – You will typically work, 3 office days per week, 2 from home.
• Working Hours – 9am to 5.30pm
• Salary: £25,000–£30,000, depending on experience, plus monthly commission
• Employment type: Permanent

Start or develop your career in technology recruitment

Identifi Global is looking for a Junior IT Recruitment Consultant to join our growing team in Milton Keynes.

This opportunity could suit:

• Someone beginning their recruitment career
• A candidate resourcer ready to develop further
• A recruiter moving from another sector into technology
• Someone returning to work who wants a structured career opportunity
• An individual with a strong interest in IT, cyber security, data, digital transformation or business change

Previous recruitment experience is welcome but not essential. We provide internal and external training, ongoing support and a defined development pathway.

About Identifi Global

Identifi Global is a specialist recruitment partner supporting organisations operating in complex, regulated and security-conscious environments.

We recruit across business, digital, technology and cyber, covering permanent, contract and executive appointments. Our consultants combine specialist market knowledge with a detailed understanding of each client’s organisation, operating environment and hiring requirements.

We believe successful recruitment is about more than matching skills on a CV. By understanding each candidate’s experience, motivations and ambitions, we help employers make informed hiring decisions and build teams positioned for long-term success.

Our Candidate Promise defines the service every candidate should receive; honest communication, regular updates and professional support throughout the recruitment process.

The opportunity

You will initially focus on candidate resourcing and engagement. We will assess your experience, strengths and development needs before creating a structured training and progression plan.

As your knowledge and confidence grow, you will have the opportunity to progress towards a Recruitment Consultant position.

Your initial responsibilities

• Source candidates using job boards, Linked In, our internal database, referrals and professional networks
• Identify and approach suitable candidates through targeted headhunting
• Write, publish and manage online job advertisements
• Conduct initial candidate conversations and screening interviews
• Understand candidates’ experience, motivations and career objectives
• Maintain accurate candidate and activity records within our recruitment system
• Build relationships with candidates across specialist technology markets
• Coordinate interviews and maintain regular communication throughout the recruitment process
• Obtain and communicate constructive candidate and client feedback
• Support consultants with market mapping, talent-pool development and vacancy delivery
• Contribute ideas that improve our candidate and client experience
• Follow relevant data protection, equality and recruitment compliance requirements

Progression into Recruitment Consulting position

A Recruitment Consultant manages the complete recruitment lifecycle. As you progress, your responsibilities may expand to include:

• Business development and new-client generation
• Account management and relationship development
• Client meetings and vacancy qualification
• Candidate sourcing and assessment
• Salary and contractor-rate negotiation
• Interview and recruitment process management
• Offer, placement and onboarding management
• Commercial pipeline management and forecasting
• Developing specialist market knowledge
• Achieving agreed revenue and performance objectives

Progression will be based on your capability, performance and readiness, supported by clear objectives, regular coaching and practical experience.

Essential skills and attributes

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Confidence engaging with people by telephone, video and in person
• A professional, honest and customer-focused approach
• Good organization and time-management skills
• The ability to manage several priorities and work at pace
• Self-motivation, resilience and a willingness to learn
• Confidence using Microsoft Word, AI, Outlook and other digital systems
• The ability to…