Trainee Recruitment Consultant

Introduction

We are seeking an ambitious and dedicated individual to join our expanding team as a Trainee Recruitment Consultant. This role offers the opportunity to develop a rewarding career in recruitment within the education sector. You will be based in a modern, well-equipped office located in central Maidstone, complete with parking facilities, and benefit from working alongside a team of proven high achievers.

Role Overview and Expectations

This trainee position is designed for someone with the potential to become a top-performing recruitment professional. The role includes comprehensive coaching from experienced colleagues, many of whom earn six-figure incomes through persistent effort and accountability. Success in this role demands a strong work ethic and a competitive spirit.

• Develop your recruitment skills with expert support from leading high earners.
• Engage in candidate sourcing by writing and posting job advertisements to various platforms.
• Conduct proactive daily candidate outreach, with an expectation of making 20+ calls per day.
• Register and assist candidates, helping them navigate their job search.
• Create and send email marketing campaigns aimed at attracting new business opportunities.
• Perform business development activities to secure new assignments.
• Visit client schools to build and maintain strong, long-term relationships.
• Maintain regular communication with both candidates and clients to ensure ongoing satisfaction and success.

Candidate Profile

• We are looking for individuals with the innate qualities to excel in recruitment.
• A competitive mindset, genuine motivation, and financial ambition are key.
• No prior recruitment or education sector experience is necessary.
• Previous sales experience is a plus but not mandatory.
• You do not need to be extroverted; effective recruiters often succeed by listening attentively.
• We seek high achievers and do not accommodate complacency or average results.

About the Company

EdEx is a specialized education recruitment firm focusing on permanent staffing for schools, including teachers and teaching assistants. The company has been operating for five years, led by experienced directors with over a decade in the industry who have generated significant revenues.

Compensation and Working Conditions

• Base salary of £27,000 with additional commission opportunities.
• On-target earnings of approximately £45,000 in the first year, increasing to £65,000 in year two, and reaching £100,000 by year three.
• The workplace is conveniently located an eight-minute walk from local train stations, with ample parking.
• Standard working hours are 8 AM to 5 PM, though flexibility is expected to manage live roles and urgent tasks beyond these hours.