Graduate Recruitment Consultant

B Corp Certified. Executive Search. High-growth start-ups. Leadership progression in as little as 18 months. This is an opportunity to join one of the UKs leading executive search consultancies, specialising in Finance and Operations appointments for some of Europes fastest-growing start-ups and scale-ups. Youll partner with innovative businesses across FinTech, AI, Software, Robotics, BioTech, Media, Fashion, Consumer and Creative industries, helping them hire the senior leaders who shape the future of their businesses. This isnt high-volume recruitment - its strategic, consultative, and relationship-driven executive search. With continued growth throughout 2026, theyre looking for ambitious graduates to join their Manchester office and begin a structured career path with genuine opportunities to progress into leadership. What Youll Receive £27k starting salary Realistic first-year OTE of £35K - £40K Annual values-based bonus Additional performance bonuses Industry-leading 12-week training programme Ongoing coaching from a dedicated Learning & Development specialist Clear progression with opportunities to move into leadership or management in as little as 18 months Private Healthcare through Vitality 50% gym membership discount, cinema tickets, free coffee and Apple Watch discounts Michelin-star company lunches Annual fully funded company weekend away One-month paid sabbatical after five years Modern Manchester city centre office with rooftop terrace Funded home working set-up The Opportunity... Unlike traditional recruitment roles centred around cold calling and high-volume sales, this is a genuine Executive Search position where youll become a trusted advisor to senior Finance and Operations professionals. Youll identify and engage C-suite and leadership talent, build specialist networks within your market, and support retained search assignments for some of the UKs most exciting high-growth businesses. From day one, youll receive exceptional training in executive search, market mapping, stakeholder engagement and relationship management, developing skills that will set you apart in the recruitment industry. What Youll Be Doing Building specialist networks of senior Finance and Operations professionals Mapping leadership markets across high-growth sectors Engaging and qualifying executive-level candidates Supporting retained search assignments from start to finish Producing candidate briefing packs and market intelligence reports Building long-term relationships with senior business leaders Writing thought leadership and market insight content Working closely with experienced consultants to deliver outstanding search projects Why Join? Youll be joining one of the UKs most respected Executive Search consultancies, recognised for its values-led culture and exceptional career development. B Corp Certified employer Work with Europes fastest-growing start-ups and scale-ups Industry-leading training and coaching programme Promotion opportunities within 3-6 months for high performers Leadership and management opportunities from as little as 18 months Collaborative, supportive and non-corporate culture Genuine investment in your long-term career As the business continues to grow throughout 2026, ambitious individuals will have the opportunity to progress quickly while building expertise in one of recruitments most consultative and rewarding sectors. Culture & Benefits... Inclusive, values-led culture High-performance but supportive environment Michelin-star company lunches Annual fully funded company weekend away Private Healthcare with Vitality perks Modern London city centre office with rooftop terrace Hybrid working support Continuous coaching and personal development A business that genuinely invests in its people Who Were Looking For... Were keen to speak with individuals who are: Graduate calibre Excellent communicators with strong written and verbal skills Competitive, ambitious and motivated by progression Naturally curious and commercially minded Creative thinkers who enjoy solving problems Interested in recruitment, executive search or professional services Passionate about building long-term relationships Able to demonstrate previous paid work experience, either part-time or full-time If youre looking for more than just another graduate recruitment role and want to build a career advising some of the UKs fastest-growing businesses on their leadership hires, wed love to hear from you. TPBN1_UKTJ