Psychology Grad Who Fell Into Sales?

Are you currently working in B2B sales, recruitment, account management or business development but looking for a career with more purpose?

Perhaps you graduated in Psychology, Criminology, Sociology, Social Work, Health & Social Care or a similar subject and found yourself in a commercial role after university. You've developed excellent communication, relationship-building and target-driven skills, but now want to use those skills to make a genuine difference.

A leading national charity is recruiting Employment Consultants to support people with mental health conditions, disabilities and other barriers into sustainable employment. Its a great graduate opportunity for those with some existing experience.

You'll receive full training as an IPS Employment Specialist and work closely with Job Centres, NHS services and local community partners. Your role will involve building relationships, motivating individuals, understanding their goals and helping them move towards employment.

This is a community-based role covering Hillingdon, working across locations including Job Centres, Council Offices and NHS sites. We also have a role in Brent, and another in Ealing.  

What we're looking for:
Minimum 12 months' B2B sales, recruitment, account management or business development experience
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Comfortable working towards targets and managing your own diary
Genuine interest in mental health, employability, social impact or the charity sector
Degree educated preferred
Organised, resilient and comfortable working independentlyWhat you'll receive:
Full IPS Employment Specialist training
Ongoing support, mentoring and development
Excellent long-term career progression opportunities
Opportunity to work for a highly respected national charity
Permanent, full-time position
Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm
Travel expenses between community sites paidInterview Information Interviews will take place on Monday 8th June and will be held in person with the charity. The process is a one-stage assessment lasting up to three hours and includes an interview, presentation and practical task.

How to Apply Please apply via this advert – we aim to respond to every applicant.

If you haven't heard back within 72 hours, please complete the "Send Us A Message" form on the Contact Us page of the Red 5 People website and we guarantee a real person will respond.

For an informal discussion about the role, please call the Red 5 People office and ask for James (telephone number available on the Red 5 People website)
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed