Trainee​/Graduate Recruitment Consultant

GSL Education Wakefield is in an exciting growth phase and is seeking a driven, ambitious Trainee/Graduate Recruitment Consultant to join our top-performing team.

This role is ideal for a recent graduate or an individual looking to kick-start their career in a fast-paced, highly rewarding environment. No prior recruitment experience is required, as we provide comprehensive training and ongoing development to give you the tools to succeed and progress quickly.

• Business Development: Actively develop new business opportunities through outbound and cold calling to schools and educational institutions.
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with both client schools and education professionals.
• Candidate Sourcing: Proactively source high-quality candidates utilizing job boards, networking events, social media, and our internal database.
• Interviewing & Screening: Conduct thorough candidate interviews, assess suitability for various educational roles, and ensure strict compliance with safeguarding standards.
• Full 360° Cycle Management: Manage vacancies from the initial client brief through candidate placement and post-placement support.
• Target Achievement: Consistently meet and exceed KPIs and revenue targets to grow your own successful desk.

• Background: A recent graduate or an individual with a competitive background (such as sports, sales, or similar target-driven environments).

• Drive & Resilience: Highly motivated, resilient, and determined to succeed despite setbacks.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; absolute confidence when making outbound phone calls.
• Work Ethic: A strong work ethic with a proactive, positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Career-Oriented: A genuine desire to build a long-term, progressive career within the recruitment industry.

• Recruitment/talent acquisition experience is a plus.

• Financial Rewards: A competitive basic salary paired with an industry-leading,

• Training & Development: Full, structured training program with continuous mentorship from experienced senior consultants and management.
• Career Progression: A transparent and clear pathway for rapid career advancement based on performance.
• Work-Life Balance: Work-from-home Wednesdays.
• Reduced hours (5-hour working days) during school holidays.
• Culture: A strong, supportive, and energetic team culture backed by full back-office and administrative support.