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Trainee Recruitment Consultant

Carrington WestHampshire🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 3 Apr 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

Embark on an exciting career path in recruitment with Carrington West, an award-winning company offering comprehensive training and clear progression towards becoming a 360 Recruitment Consultant. You'll thrive in this hybrid role if you're ambitious and driven, with the potential for significant earnings through uncapped commission and a competitive starting salary. Apply now to join a supportive team and build a rewarding career in a dynamic industry.

Quick Overview

Salary
£26.5k/yr
Seniority
Entry Level
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Hampshire, United Kingdom
Recruiting

Job Description

Trainee Recruitment Consultant

Location: Lakeside North Harbour, Portsmouth
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm
Salary: £26,500 - £27,500 plus uncapped commission

Ready to start your career in recruitment?

Carrington West is an award-winning recruitment business, recognised for its culture, training and success. As one of the UK's leading specialists in infrastructure and built environment recruitment, we are growing and looking for ambitious people to join our buildings team.

What you'll do

As a Trainee Recruitment Consultant, you'll receive full training and support from day one. You'll learn how to:

  • Build strong relationships with clients and candidates

  • Create new business relationships

  • Source and attract top talent in your specialist market

  • Understand market trends and opportunities

  • Develop into a full 360 Recruitment Consultant

What you'll get
  • £26,500 - £27,500 starting salary

  • Uncapped commission from day one

  • Clear training, mentorship and career progression

  • Year 1 OTE: £30k

  • Year 2 OTE: £50k

  • Year 3 OTE: £90k-£130k+

Benefits
  • 25 days' holiday (increasing with service)

  • Private healthcare from day one with Vitality Healthcare

  • Pension scheme (4-10%)

  • Big Biller Club - earn a Rolex for £300k+ billings

  • Paid social events and incentive trips

  • World-class training and off-site development days

  • Flexible working options after probation

  • Free parking and free bus service

Your Voice Matters - Our Partnership with Wotter

At Carrington West, we believe a great place to work is one where everyone feels heard, valued and supported. That's why we partner with Wotter, an anonymous employee feedback platform that helps us continuously improve our workplace based on what matters most to our people.

Through Wotter, you'll benefit from:

  • Anonymous employee feedback: Share your honest thoughts and experiences through quick, secure weekly check-ins.

  • A leadership team that listens: Your feedback helps us identify opportunities for improvement, overcome challenges and celebrate successes.

  • A culture of continuous improvement: We actively use employee insights to create a positive, supportive and engaging working environment.

When you join Carrington West, your voice matters. We're committed to listening to our people, acting on feedback and creating an environment where you can thrive and build a successful career.

Who we're looking for

You do not need recruitment experience. We are looking for people with sales experience who have drive, confidence and ambition, and who want to build a long-term career in a fast-paced, rewarding industry.

Apply now to join Carrington West and see where recruitment can take you.

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