Trainee Sales Consultant – Recruitment

Job description

Trainee Sales Consultant – Recruitment

Milk Education | Guildford

Monday to Friday (mix of 7:15am and 9:00am starts during term time)

Ready to build a career where your hard work genuinely pays off ✅

Looking for a fast-paced, target-driven role with clear progression and strong earning potential ✅

If you’re ambitious, motivated, and keen to start a career in recruitment, Milk Education in Guildford would love to hear from you.

Why Guildford, Why Milk?

Our Guildford office is our 9th UK location, opened in 2024, and it’s already making a strong impact in the education recruitment market. Led by an experienced manager with a proven track record of developing high-performing consultants and trainees, this office offers an exciting opportunity to grow with a successful and supportive team.

You’ll be joining a driven, collaborative environment where success is encouraged, supported, and recognised.

Why Recruitment?

Recruitment offers a rewarding career for individuals who enjoy working towards targets and taking ownership of their results. With uncapped commission, structured career progression, and industry-leading training, it’s a role where effort and performance are directly rewarded.

You’ll have the opportunity to develop commercially, build long-term relationships, and grow your own desk as your experience develops.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for sales-focused, resilient individuals with a strong work ethic and a desire to succeed. Previous sales experience is beneficial but not essential — we value attitude, motivation, and potential above all else.

You’ll work closely with experienced consultants, learning the foundations of recruitment before progressing to managing your own clients and candidates.

The Role

• Developing new business by contacting schools and promoting our services
• Sourcing, interviewing, and placing candidates into education roles
• Working towards and exceeding KPIs and performance targets
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and candidates
• Managing your pipeline using our CRM system
• Taking ownership of your desk and contributing to office growth

What You’ll Receive

• Uncapped commission with realistic earning potential
• Clear, structured career progression
• Ongoing training and mentoring from experienced leaders
• Performance incentives and recognition
• A positive, high-energy office culture
• 2–3 working-from-home days per month after probation

Benefits Package

• 23 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Birthday off + 3 charity days
• Wellness Wednesdays
• Early Finish Fridays
• Regular team socials and Friday drinks
• Critical illness cover & online GP service
• Free mortgage advice
• Ongoing personal and professional development
• 2-3 days to WFH monthly

About You

• Sales-driven and target-focused
• Confident, resilient, and motivated
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• A strong team player with a positive attitude
• Ambitious and eager to build a long-term career

Interested?

Take a look at our Instagram @milk_education to get a feel for our culture.

If you’re ready to take the first step in a rewarding recruitment career, apply now and start your journey with Milk Education.

Bonus points if you connect with Victoria Riley, Talent Manager, on LinkedIn.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Guildford

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

02-02-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English