Trainee Recruitment Consultant

1 day ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Alexander Steele Recruitment Full time £25,000 - £60,000 per year

Are you ambitious, career-driven, and looking for a long-term opportunity with exceptional earning potential? Do you have experience in sales, customer service, or target-driven environments? If you're motivated by personal development and financial success, this could be the perfect role for you.

Alexander Steele Recruitment is seeking a Trainee Recruitment Consultant to join our high-performing team, based in our modern office in the heart of Edinburgh city centre.

About Alexander Steele Recruitment

Alexander Steele Recruitment is a boutique recruitment consultancy, specialising in placing top talent across a variety of sectors but predominantly Food & Drink Manufacturing. With a reputation for quality, integrity, and in-depth industry knowledge, we partner with some of the UK's most respected FMCG organisations.

Our mission is simple: to deliver outstanding recruitment solutions through honest advice, tailored service, and long-term relationships.

Our consultants are the key to our success – we invest in them through hands-on support, world-class training, and a collaborative working environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Whether you're just starting your career or looking for a change, this is a chance to join a company that genuinely cares about your progress and celebrates your achievements.

What you can expect:

  • Structured, hands-on training with experienced recruiters who will guide you every step of the way
  • Bonus earning potential from day one with a clear, uncapped commission structure
  • A clear career progression path – from Trainee to Consultant and beyond
  • A collaborative and energetic office culture, where success is shared and celebrated
  • The opportunity to work in a thriving, people-focused industry with limitless potential

What you will do:

As a Trainee Recruitment Consultant, you'll be trained to manage the full recruitment process from start to finish. This includes:

  • Building and maintaining strong client and candidate relationships
  • Sourcing, interviewing, and shortlisting high-quality candidates
  • Managing the recruitment process for both clients and candidates
  • Meeting individual and team targets with a focus on results
  • Continuously developing your market knowledge and personal brand

What We're Looking For:

  • Experience in sales, customer service, or working in target-driven roles (desirable)
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • A proactive, resilient mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • A genuine desire to build a
    long-term career in recruitment
  • A self-motivated, goal-oriented individual who enjoys working both independently and as part of a team

Why Join Us?

At Alexander Steele, you're not just joining a company – you're joining a team of professionals who are passionate about what they do and committed to each other's success. If you're ready to take control of your career and reap the rewards of your hard work, we want to hear from you.

Apply now
to take the first step toward a fulfilling career in recruitment with outstanding progression and earnings potential.



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