Graduate Recruitment Consultant

Junior Recruitment Consultant – Vivid Resourcing Location: Manchester | Start Date: Summer 2026 (May - September) Salary: Competitive base + uncapped commission Type: Full-time | Entry-level About Vivid Resourcing Founded in 2009, Vivid Resourcing has grown to become a leading player in the recruitment industry, with 11 offices across the globe. What sets us apart? Our "promote-from-within" culture – 100% of our managers started as Junior Recruitment Consultants, just like the role you’re applying for. We don’t just talk about development – we live it. Our award-winning Learning & Development programme is led by a team of four in-house consultants, providing hands-on coaching, daily support, and real-time feedback – all from day one. We coach, challenge and promote based on merit, not tenure or background. What Will You Be Doing? As a Graduate Recruitment Consultant, you’ll be given the keys to run your own business within a business. From sourcing top-tier candidates to building relationships with niche clients, you'll have full ownership of the 360° recruitment process. You’ll be: * Sourcing high-quality candidates for specialist roles * Winning and managing clients within your niche market * Negotiating deals and placing candidates into exciting opportunities * Working towards clear KPIs and goals * Driving your own progression and success – the more you put in, the more you get out Put simply: source candidates, win clients, do deals. We care more about character than credentials. What we’re looking for is, * A recent graduate (any discipline welcome!) * Competitive and likes to lead from the front * Target-driven and thrives under pressure * A natural communicator with resilience and energy * Motivated by goals, growth, and earning potential * Ideally (but not essential) have experience in customer service What We Offer * Fast, merit-based progression – your promotion is in your hands * Money from your first deal – no waiting around * High-earning potential with uncapped commission * Year 1 - £43,000 average earnings * Year 2 - £76,000 average earnings * Year 3 – No consultant earning less than £100,000 * Cycle to work scheme * Private pension plan * Half day off on your birthday * Incredible incentives including: * Michelin-star Lunch Clubs * Holidays to Dubai, Palma, Ski Resorts & more * Team socials and monthly competitions Ready to Build Your Career? If you're ambitious, driven, and ready to make a name for yourself in recruitment – we want to hear from you