Recruitment Consultant - Business Support

Reed is the most recognised recruitment brand in the UK, with a rich history and reputation for improving lives through work, for over 60 years.  Delivering recruitment solutions with many household brands throughout the UK and globally, we find new jobs and careers for people from many different backgrounds across multiple business sectors.

We look for people who enjoy an inclusive and collaborative environment, who strive for performance and celebrate team success, in a rewarding career.

Pay Range

Up to £36,000 plus uncapped bonus

Job Description

Position: Recruitment Consultant
Specialism: Business Support
Location: Reading | Office‑based | RG1 2LG
Patch: Covering Bracknell, Wokingham & Maidenhead (Driving Required)
Salary: £26,000+ (Trainee) £30,000+ (Recruitment Experience)

Build a high‑potential desk. Grow your career. Be rewarded for your impact.

Reed Reading is looking for an ambitious Recruitment Consultant to join our Business Support team, managing a warm and high‑potential desk recruiting for admin, customer service & sales roles cross the Thames Valley.

This is a brilliant opportunity for a recruiter or commercially minded sales professional who enjoys building long‑term relationships, developing new business and seeing the direct results of their effort, all with the backing of a trusted, market‑leading brand.

Why join Reed?

At Reed, we believe in rewarding performance, supporting development and creating an inclusive culture where people can thrive.

You’ll benefit from:

• Uncapped bonus, paid every four weeks

• Clear career progression with transparent promotion and management pathways

• Incentives and recognition, including holidays, luxury rewards and high‑achiever programmes

• Ongoing learning and development tailored to your career goals

• A supportive, collaborative and inclusive culture within a trusted, ethical brand

About the role

You’ll take ownership of a commercial Business Support desk, recruiting office‑based roles such as administration, customer service and wider business support positions. You’ll work closely with local clients, becoming their go‑to recruitment partner while growing your market through proactive outbound business development. This role is office‑based in Reading and involves regular client visits across the local patch, so a full driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential.

What you’ll be doing

• Developing new and existing client relationships across Reading and surrounding areas

• Meeting clients on‑site to understand hiring needs and deliver tailored recruitment solutions

• Sourcing, engaging and managing candidates through advertising, networking and referrals

• Managing the full recruitment lifecycle from initial brief to placement and aftercare

• Working towards clear KPIs while building a sustainable, profitable desk

What you’ll bring

• At least 12 months’ experience in agency recruitment or B2B sales

• Confidence building relationships and winning new business

• A proactive, resilient and commercially minded approach

• Strong organisation skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities

• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle

Feel what it’s like to truly belong…
All job offers are subject to satisfactory references and compliance with vetting requirements applicable to the job role. Reed is an equal opportunities employer.  We aim to ensure that no candidate or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity.  We are a Mindful Employer and offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria. As a proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, we welcome applications from ex-services personnel, reservists and cadets and offer a guaranteed interview for applicants who meet the minimum criteria.