Salary guide
Recruitment Consultant
- Average salary
- £22,000 – £45,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
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- Recruitment is a fast-paced UK industry
Other names this job is known by
- Headhunter
- Talent Consultant
Key responsibilities
- Source and place candidates for clients
- Build and maintain client relationships
- Advertise vacancies and screen applicants
- Conduct interviews and assessments
- Negotiate offers and contracts
- Meet sales targets
- Maintain records and databases
- Stay updated on job market trends
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in business, HR, or sales
- Experience in recruitment or sales roles
- Communication and negotiation skills
- IT and customer service
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Consultant
- Team Leader
- Manager
- Business Owner
How to get the job
- Study business, HR, or sales
- Gain experience in recruitment or sales roles
- Progress to consultant or management positions
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