Graduate Trainee Recruitment Consultant

Job description

At SThree, we're not just hiring recruiters-we're building the next generation of STEM talent matchmakers. If you're curious, driven, and ready to make a real impact, this is your launchpad.

We're a global STEM workforce consultancy, connecting brilliant minds with the world's most innovative companies. From Life Sciences to Tech, Engineering to Maths we help shape the future- one placement at a time.

Leeds City Centre

Hybrid Working (4 days office / 1 day home)

Starting Salary: £27,500+ (Higher DOE)

Uncapped Commission | No Threshold | No Limits

Start Your Career Where the Future Works

Outpace Tomorrow Together

What You'll Be Doing

This isn't just a job-it's a career accelerator. As an Associate (Trainee) Recruitment Consultant, you'll:

• Use digital tools, referrals, and events to find top talent
• Interview and assess candidates to match them with the right roles
• Build strong relationships with clients and candidates
• Negotiate offers - Make placements
• Manage the full recruitment cycle (360) from start to finish
• Vertical market specialist

You'll be supported every step of the way with best-in-class training and a clear path to promotion through our SThree Velocity Programme.

What You Bring

We're looking for people who are:

• Self-motivated and proactive
• Resilient and competitive
• Great communicators and team players
• Quick learners with a growth mindset
• Experienced in sales, or similar commercial customer centric roles

Heads Up

This is an entry point into recruitment-but not into the working world. You'll need some prior experience in a fast-paced, people-focused commercial environment.

What You'll Get

We believe in rewarding potential. Here's what's in it for you:

• Competitive salary + uncapped commission
• Global career opportunities (33 locations worldwide)
• Incentive trips to amazing destinations
• Director Lunch Clubs at top restaurants
• Thrive wellbeing community
• Private medical cover + optional dental
• 28 days holiday + bank holidays + buy more
• Industry-leading parental leave
• Company share scheme
• Velocity career progression programme

Culture That Feels Like You

We're a team of diverse, creative, and ambitious individuals-from ex-athletes to DJs to writers. What unites us? We're all in on doing the right thing, building relationships, thinking big, and having fun while we do it.

Expect Friday wrap-ups, team shoutouts, socials, and a culture that celebrates you being you!

Let's Talk

Send your CV in the first instance including your contact details - And the SThree TA Team will take it from there.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Leeds

Type of Contract

Full Time Jobs

Salary indication

£27,500 Per Year

Published at

18-07-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No