Trainee Recruitment Consultant

About Simpson Judge Ltd: Founded in 2013, Simpson Judge Ltd is a leading specialist recruitment firm with offices in Preston, Manchester, and London. We specialise in Accountancy & Finance, Legal, Systems & IT, and Interim & Temporary roles, offering tailored recruitment solutions across the UK and internationally. Simpson Judge Role Overview: We are seeking a dynamic and driven Associate Recruitment Consultant to join our Preston team, focusing on a US desk. This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse client base, providing recruitment solutions across various sectors. Working hours 11am-7pm, office based Mon-Fri. This is suitable for entry level applicants looking to start a career in recruitment. Key Responsibilities: * Client Engagement: Develop and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients, understanding their recruitment needs and delivering tailored solutions. * Candidate Sourcing: Identify, attract, and engage top-tier candidates through various channels, including networking, job boards, and social media. * Recruitment Process Management: Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, from initial client brief to candidate placement, ensuring a seamless experience for both clients and candidates. * Market Expertise: Stay informed about industry trends and market conditions to provide valuable insights to clients and candidates. * Business Development: Proactively identify new business opportunities and contribute to the growth of the division. * Compliance: Ensure all recruitment activities comply with relevant laws and regulations. Qualifications and Experience: Experience: Previous experience in recruitment is advantageous; however, candidates with a strong sales background and a passion for recruitment are also encouraged to apply. Skills: * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. * Strong organisational and time-management abilities. * Proactive and self-motivated with a results-driven approach. * Ability to build and maintain relationships at all levels. Benefits: * Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses. * Market leading comms structure. * Comprehensive training and development programs. * Clear and tangible career progression pathways. * Supportive and collaborative team environment. * Generous holiday entitlement. * Christmas close and ability to buy and sell holidays. * Fully expensed company incentives