Associate - Trainee Recruitment Consultant

Job description

Associate (Trainee Recruitment Consultant)
London City location
£30,000 - £32,000 basic + significant earning potential with commission
The Company
A fast-growing, VC-backed technology recruitment firm founded in the mid-2010s, partnering with Tier 1 venture capital funds and their portfolio companies globally. The business works with founders from early stage through to IPO and acquisition, helping them scale high-performing commercial and technical teams.
They operate across multiple regions (US, EMEA, APAC, LATAM) and specialise in areas including Cloud & Infrastructure, Data & Analytics, Digital, Cyber Security, and Fintech.
The Opportunity
Due to continued growth, the firm is hiring an Associate / Trainee Recruitment Consultant to join its London team. This is an entry-level role with a clearly defined progression path into a Consultant position.
The Role
As a Trainee Recruiter, you will:
Work closely with a senior consultant/partner to support live mandates
Source and engage candidates using a range of tools and strategies
Build expertise in the early-stage technology market
Conduct candidate screening and interviews
Build long-term relationships with candidates to generate referrals
Use outbound sourcing, market mapping, community engagement, and referrals
Receive daily mentorship and real-time coaching from experienced recruiters
The Ideal Profile
This role would suit someone who is:
Highly coachable with a strong desire to learn
Motivated, ambitious, and performance-driven
Comfortable with discomfort and a fast-paced environment
Low-ego, collaborative, and culturally aligned
Personable with strong communication skills
Genuinely interested in long-term career development
Previous recruitment experience is not required.
Why Join?
Competitive, market-leading commission structure
Unlimited holiday policy
Clear promotion and career progression
Quarterly personal deve...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-11-2026

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