Trainee Recruiter

2 weeks ago


Devon, United Kingdom X4 Group Full time

Are you ready to develop your sales career? Want a City-level job with a laid-back South West lifestyle?


At X4 Group, we're looking for passionate, entry-level Recruitment Consultants to join our growing team in Torquay, Devon. No prior experience required—just bring your drive and enthusiasm


Salary: £24k base, with the potential to earn £40k OTE in your first year

Location: Torquay, Devon


About the Role:

As a Recruitment Consultant at X4, you’ll become part of a team of specialists delivering tailored recruitment solutions to clients. You will manage your own market, build strong client relationships, and match top talent to the right opportunities. This is a full 360-recruitment role, empowering both clients and candidates to succeed.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Business Development: Conduct market research and use sales techniques to build relationships with prospective clients and identify their recruitment needs.
  • Candidate Engagement: Source, qualify, and place candidates while providing ongoing support to ensure successful placements.
  • Client Management: Take ownership of client relationships, managing independent calls and gathering key information to strengthen connections.
  • Time Management: Effectively prioritize tasks and meet daily KPIs to ensure targets are hit on time.
  • Data Utilization: Leverage the Seven20 system to enhance recruitment performance, manage client data, and track progress.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with colleagues to share insights and strengthen market knowledge, improving the overall team performance.
  • Compliance: Understand and adhere to all compliance and company policies, ensuring placements are made smoothly and efficiently.
  • Social Engagement: Build an active LinkedIn presence by sharing X4’s valuable content to increase client and candidate engagement.


Our Core Values:

  • Inspire: Lead by example, showing a self-driven attitude toward personal and professional development.
  • Innovate: Continuously expand your knowledge to offer clients consultative, market-leading solutions.
  • Improve: Actively seek feedback, striving to enhance your skills and success.
  • Include: Contribute to a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone can be their true selves.


Benefits:

  • Uncapped commission structure to reward your hard work.
  • Enhanced holidays – up to 30 days off.
  • Wellbeing allowance & paid gym membership for a healthy work-life balance.
  • Hybrid working options for flexibility.
  • Annual events & sports clubs for team bonding.
  • Wellbeing, birthday, & volunteering days off.
  • Fresh fruit & office snacks to keep you energized.
  • Lunches, days out, & vacation targets to look forward to.
  • Health insurance for peace of mind.
  • Company EMI Share Scheme to help you build long-term wealth.


What You’ll Get:

  • A supportive, award-winning leadership team with over 10 years of combined experience in your market.
  • Access to 15 years of data to build your network and grow your business from day one.
  • Collaborative, tight-knit team that helps you learn and succeed faster.
  • Incentives & team drives to boost motivation and increase your market influence.


Professional Development:

  • Tailored L&D Programme designed by qualified professionals with real recruitment experience.
  • Masterclasses from senior recruiters to help you level up your skills.
  • Mentorship from the Head of Client Strategy to enhance client engagement and expand your influence.


Interested in learning more?


Click apply or contact i.oakley@thex4group.com for a chat about this exciting opportunity. Join us and take the first step toward a rewarding career in recruitment



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