Graduate / Trainee Recruitment Consultant BD Focus

Graduate / Trainee Recruitment Consultant (Business Development Focus)
Leeds City Centre
£25,000-£27,000 DOE plus bonus, benefits

Are you commercially minded, ambitious, and looking for a sales career where you can make an impact from day one? Whether you're a graduate or have up to 3 years' experience, this is your opportunity to break into recruitment with a strong focus on business development and client growth.

Recruitment is a fast-paced sales career where no two days are the same. It is about building relationships with clients and candidates, matching top talent to exciting opportunities, and developing commercial skills that will set you up for long-term success.

Newman Stewart is a boutique executive search firm, delivering high-performing candidates to high-profile and mission-critical assignments. With a proven track record of success globally, we are the recruitment partner of choice to many blue chip, medium and small organisations, providing Executive Search, Management Selection and Psychometric Assessment Services to its clients.

It will be your role to win new opportunities with new clients for our Directors and Principals to attend meetings with, across each of our specialist areas. You'll be responsible for opening doors with new clients, building lasting partnerships, and growing your own portfolio of business, while also helping companies find the best talent on the market.

What You'll Do

• Proactively generate new business through calls, networking, and market research
• Make outbound calls to develop opportunities in markets where Newman Stewart are not currently working
• Book meetings for our Directors and Principals to attend
• Develop and manage client relationships, understanding their hiring needs
• Have a clear understanding of Newman Stewart's unique selling points and effectively communicate this to prospective clients
• Hit and exceed targets, with clear progression milestones
• Keep clear records of your calls and their outcomes

What We're Looking For

You don't need recruitment experience - we'll teach you everything you need to know. What matters is your drive and attitude:

• A recent graduate OR up to 3 years' experience in a sales, customer service, or commercial role
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Motivated by achieving goals and earning bonus
• Positive, resilient, enthusiastic and energetic
• Organised, meticulous, driven
• Comfortable using research and call logging technology

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary + generous bonus scheme
• Structured training and ongoing mentorship
• Fast-track career progression - clear pathway to senior consultant and beyond
• A lively, supportive team culture with regular incentives and socials
• Modern office environment and hybrid working options

This is more than just a job - it's a chance to build a long-term career in a sector where your hard work truly pays off.

Please apply with your CV or contact Helen O'Brien to find out more. Contact details can be found on our website.