Recruitment Consultant

Recruitment Consultant - Education Sector
Southampton
27,000 - 32,000 + uncapped commission
Full training provided Excellent earning potential

Looking to take your recruitment career to the next level?
Join one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies as we grow our new and fast-expanding Southampton branch.

We're on the lookout for a motivated Recruitment Consultant to help develop our market share further by placing teachers and teaching assistants into both short and long-term roles across local schools.

Why join Academics?

• We're one of the top education recruitment consultancies in the UK, with over 100 experienced consultants nationwide.
• The education sector is thriving, and we're investing in the next generation of consultants to grow with us.
• Our Southampton office already has a great local reputation - you'll be stepping into a warm, high-potential market.

What you'll be doing:

• Building strong, long-term relationships with local schools
• Generating business opportunities and growing your client base
• Advertising roles, interviewing candidates, and arranging placements
• Visiting schools and supporting clients with staffing needs
• Working towards targets with uncapped commission and regular incentives

What we're looking for:

• Recruitment or strong B2B sales experience (any sector considered)
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• A self-starter with ambition, resilience, and drive
• Someone who is both career-focused and financially motivated

What you'll get:

• Full training and ongoing support from experienced mentors
• Clear career progression - many consultants move up within 12 months
• Uncapped commission + bonuses - earn well beyond your base salary
• A busy, supportive, and fast-paced team environment
• Join a company with one of the lowest staff turnover rates in recruitment

If you're looking to build a rewarding career in recruitment in the Southampton area, and want to be part of a successful, growing business with a strong local presence - we want to hear from you.

Send your CV or contact Craig Walker today - he'll be happy to tell you more about the role.