Trainee Engineering Recruitment Consultant - Derby

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Trainee Recruitment Consultant (Engineering Sector) Derby

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This role is ideal for candidates with engineering knowledge or background who also have strong communication skills.

You do not need sales experience - but you must be:
✔ Confident speaking to people on the phone
✔ Able to build relationships naturally
✔ Professional, articulate, and proactive

If you prefer a purely technical or hands-on engineering role, this position may not be suitable.

Why Join Us?

Work closely with major clients in the Rail & Engineering sector
Use your technical knowledge in a commercial environment
Clear progression into a high-earning recruitment career
Structured training and ongoing support from day oneThis is a long-term career opportunity, not just a trainee role.

The Role

Phase 1: Training & Candidate Management (0-6 months)

Learn the Rail & Engineering recruitment market
Speak with engineers and technical professionals daily
Source, screen, and qualify candidates
Build and manage talent pipelines
Support senior consultants on live roles Your engineering knowledge will help you understand roles and speak credibly with candidates.

Phase 2: Client Development & Progression (6+ months)

Build relationships with clients in the engineering sector
Support business development activities
Manage your own roles and candidate processes
Contribute to revenue generation and earn commission You will gradually move into a more commercial role, with full support and training.

What We're Looking For

Background or understanding in engineering, manufacturing, or technical sectors (ESSENTIAL)
Strong communication skills (phone and written)
Confident, personable, and professional approach
Organised and able to manage multiple tasks
Ambitious and motivated to build a career

Training & Development

Structured 4-week induction
Ongoing 1-to-1 mentoring
External training programmes
Clear progression path with defined milestones

Package & Benefits

£30K+ OTE Year 1
£40K+ OTE Year 2
Uncapped commission (paid monthly)
Early finish every Friday (3pm)
No on-call
20 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday off
Increasing holiday allowance
Christmas shutdown
Team socials & incentives
Free parking

Who This Suits

Engineering graduates
Candidates with hands-on engineering or manufacturing experience
Individuals looking to transition from technical roles into a people-focused career
Those who enjoy communication, problem-solving, and building relationships

Who This Is NOT For

Candidates looking for purely hands-on engineering roles
Individuals uncomfortable speaking regularly on the phone
Those lacking confidence in communication

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Location:
Derby
Salary:
£30,000 - £40,000 /annum free parking - uncapped bonus
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Personnel/Recruitment

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