Trainee Recruitment Consultant (Tech Sales)

Job description

Trainee recruitment consultant - Tech sales (Manchester City Centre)

My client is an internationally recognised software sales recruitment business, founded in 2017, specialising in headhunting top-tier software sales professionals for market-leading enterprise technology vendors.

Operating across 7 countries (and expanding), they focus on disruptive technology markets including AI, Machine Learning, Cyber Security, RPA and Analytics/BI. Their mission is to dominate software sales recruitment globally.

We're hiring ambitious trainees to join their Manchester HQ.

The role:

This is your entry into high-performance, international headhunting.

• Identifying, engaging & qualifying top software sales professionals
• Delivering qualified candidates to Senior Headhunters
• Managing candidate processes end-to-end
• Database building & market research

You’ll learn how to build and own a niche global market from day one.

Why tech sales recruitment?

• Work in future proof, high growth sectors (AI, Cyber, ML)
• Larger deal sizes = bigger comms
• Become a true market specialist
• Recession resistant industry
• Exposure to world-leading tech vendors

The earning potential:

• No minimum threshold
• Commission up to 37.5%
• Clear, transparent splits
• Uncapped earnings
• Six figure potential within 2 years

If you’re driven, your input directly determines your output.

Training & development:

Training programme includes:

• Business philosophy
• Sector knowledge
• World-class candidate interviewing
• Attracting & retaining top talent
• Building your personal brand
• Delivering best-in-class job briefs

Ongoing mentoring from an elite leadership team with 30+ years of combined experience.

Clear progression into Senior Headhunter and leadership pathways.

Why this business?

• Niche, high fee market
• Fast progression in a scaling international business
• Close knit, ambitious team
• Join early, grow fast, look back and say “we built that”

Benefits:

• Modern office in Manchester City Centre
• Roof terrace & Friday beers
• Free soft drinks & regular building events
• Flexible working hours
• Extra holiday per year of service
• £1,000 annual training budget (Senior+ level)
• Ibiza incentives
• Pension scheme with employer contribution
• Access to 30,000+ retail perks
• Discounted city centre parking

Who should apply?

Ambitious, competitive, resilient individuals who:

• Want fast career progression
• Thrive in a sociable, high performance environment
• Are motivated by earnings and achievement
• Enjoy building relationships

If you're serious about building a career in a booming, international tech market, this is your opportunity!

Apply directly or email me directly for a confidential chat katie@maratalent.co.uk

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Manchester Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

21-02-2026

Profession type

Sales

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