Trainee Recruitment Consultant

Candidate required: Trainee Recruitment Consultant – White Collar Construction * Job Type: Permanent * Start date: ASAP * Industry: Construction Professionals * Location: Southampton ITS Building People are looking to recruit a Trainee Recruitment Consultant to join our White Collar Construction Professionals team in Southampton. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career within recruitment, sales and the construction industry, joining an established business with over 50 years’ experience within construction recruitment. Our White Collar division specialises in supplying professional staff into the construction sector, including roles such as Site Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Project Managers, Design Managers and Commercial staff across the South of England. You will receive hands-on training, ongoing support and genuine progression opportunities, working alongside experienced consultants within a fast-paced and supportive environment. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: * Sourcing and speaking with construction professionals daily * Building relationships with candidates and clients * Advertising vacancies across job boards and social media * Supporting consultants with live vacancies and recruitment processes * Booking interviews and managing candidate availability * Conducting candidate qualification calls and registrations * Using LinkedIn and CRM systems to identify new business opportunities * Learning business development and client management skills The ideal candidate will have: * Strong communication and interpersonal skills * A confident and motivated personality * A professional and hardworking attitude * Good organisation and attention to detail * A willingness to learn and develop within a sales environment * Previous sales, recruitment or customer service experience would be beneficial but is not essential * Full UK driving licence preferred What we can offer: * 23 days annual leave per year - increasing to 28 year for long service * Hands on support and training from direct line managers and colleagues * Level 3 Recruiter Development Programme co-ordinated by a recruitment specialist apprenticeship delivery partner if desired * Clear career progression and development opportunities * Ongoing training and support from experienced recruiters and managers * A supportive and collaborative office environment * Opportunity to build a long-term career within a well-established business * A fast-paced and rewarding working environment where hard work is recognised How to apply: If you are interested in starting a career within white collar construction recruitment and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please apply today or contact ITS Building People Southampton for a confidential discussion. Equal Opportunities: ITS Building People are committed to promoting equal opportunities regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business and are an equal opportunities employer