Graduate Recruitment Consultant

Description

Graduate Recruitment Consultant - Launch Your Career in Education Recruitment (Preston)

Location: Preston

Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 + commission (OTE £35,000 - £40,000)

Sector: Education Recruitment | Graduate Jobs | Recruitment Consultant | Entry Level

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Not sure what to do after university? Looking for a graduate job with real career prospects?

If you're a recent graduate still figuring out your next move, why not consider a career in education recruitment - a dynamic, people-focused industry where you can make a real difference while building a financially rewarding and meaningful career.

Join Tradewind Recruitment in Preston and kickstart your career as a Graduate Recruitment Consultant through our award-winning training programme: The Impact Academy.

About Tradewind Recruitment

Tradewind Recruitment is one of the UK's largest and most respected education recruitment agencies. We've been named a Sunday Times Top 100 Company to Work For for four consecutive years and pride ourselves on building supportive, high-performing teams that change lives.

We help schools and educational institutions connect with outstanding teachers and support staff - and now, we're growing our Preston team with bright, ambitious graduates.

Why Join Us in Preston?

Starting salary of £28,000 - £30,000, with uncapped commission and realistic first-year earnings of £35,000 - £40,000

Immediate commission eligibility - start earning from day one

35 days annual leave + shorter working hours during school holidays

Structured graduate training - no prior recruitment or education experience needed

Fast-track promotion pathway - many of our senior leaders started as graduate trainees

Incentive trips abroad - fully paid international travel for top performers

Sociable office culture - free breakfast daily, Friday drinks, and regular team socialsWhat Is the Impact Academy?

Our Impact Academy is a comprehensive training and development programme designed for graduates starting out in recruitment. From day one, you'll be supported by experienced mentors and managers as you learn every aspect of the role.

During your first year, you'll learn to:

Source, interview and assess candidates for teaching and school support roles

Write compelling CVs and candidate profiles

Build strong client relationships with schools across the Preston and Lancashire region

Understand school recruitment needs and match them with the right candidates

Hit realistic KPIs and targets with full training and support

Earn commission as you progress in every part of the recruitment processWhat You'll Gain

Once you complete your first year and graduate from the Academy, you'll move onto your own sales desk with further training in:

Client development and school partnerships

Recruitment sales and margin negotiation

Safeguarding and compliance in education recruitment

Advanced communication and negotiation skills

Productivity, time management and personal performanceMany of our top billers joined as graduates and reached senior roles within just 12-18 months.

What We're Looking For

You don't need to come from a sales or education background. We're interested in your attitude, energy, and willingness to learn. We look for graduates who are:

Motivated by success and personal growth

Resilient, determined and driven to succeed

Strong communicators who enjoy working with people

Organised and proactive with a can-do mindset

Ready to take on challenges and learn new skills every dayLocation: Preston Office

Our Preston office is centrally located, close to the city's transport links, restaurants and shops. It's a collaborative, supportive environment where your hard work will be recognised, and your career will grow quickly.

How to Apply

Ready to launch your career? Submit your CV to (url removed) or apply directly through this advert

Ad ID: 5417175613