Job descriptionAssociate Sales Consultant (Early Careers) – London Build a career, not just a job. We are looking for ambitious, motivated individuals to join us as Associate Sales Consultants, offering a first step into a high-performance career in recruitment and sales. This is an opportunity designed for emerging talent – whether you’re leaving education, exploring your first career move, or simply ready to challenge yourself in a fast-paced, people-focused environment. Who are we? For over 40 years, Matchtech has helped organisations solve complex talent challenges across STEM industries. We don’t just recruit – we solve problems, build careers, and create long-term partnerships. Our culture is built on: Trust Professionalism Ambition Fun …and a genuine commitment to helping our people succeed and grow. Why this role? Clear, structured pathway to Sales Consultant within 12 months Opportunity to join an award-winning, high-performing business Work in high-demand industries with long-term career potential A culture where people build long-term, meaningful careers How we nurture and develop early careers We pride ourselves on being exceptional at developing emerging talent into successful recruitment professionals From day one, you will receive: A structured training programme covering recruitment fundamentals, sales skills, and market knowledge Ongoing mentoring from experienced consultants and leaders Support to build confidence in: Communication & relationship-building Commercial thinking Problem solving Clear progression milestones with regular feedback and coaching Real responsibility early on – with guidance to help you succeed We don’t expect experience — we look for potential, attitude, and drive What you’ll be doing Building relationships with candidates and clients Understanding hiring needs and matching talent to opportunities Learning how to develop a market and grow a “desk” Supporting end-to-end recruitment processes Developing sales skills through real-world experience and coaching What we’re looking for Positive, motivated and eager to learn Strong communication skills Resilience and curiosity A desire to build a long-term career No prior recruitment experience required What we offer Competitive base salary + commission + bonus Industry-leading training and development Clear progression framework Hybrid working options Incentives, social events and recognition programmes A supportive, inclusive, and high-energy team environment Our Recruitment Process As part of this recruitment campaign, shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend: Assessment Day – London 📍 Location: London office 📅 Date: Thursday 9th July This is a fun, interactive and engaging day, designed to help you showcase your potential. On the day, you can expect: A welcome and introduction to the business Interactive group activities Practical recruitment-based tasks Opportunities to demonstrate your communication and problem-solving skills Time to meet our team and ask questions We assess on: Potential and attitude Core competencies and behaviours Your ability to collaborate, think commercially, and engage with others Inclusion & Accessibility We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage, just let us know – we’re here to support you. Ready to start your career? If you’re looking for your first step into a rewarding, high-impact career – and want to be part of a business that invests in your future – we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and take your first step into recruitment.