Trainee Recruitment Consultant
City of London – HQ Office
Starting Salary: £27,000 + Uncapped Commission – Year 1 OTE £40K+ (£100k in 3 years)
Empiric are a multi award-winning specialist technology recruitment consultancy operating globally, with 6 offices in Europe and the USA. Over the past 20 years we’ve built a reputation as a market leader in specialist Technology recruitment, recognised as a Sunday Times Top 100 company and ranked #1 Best Mid-Sized Company to Work For.
We’re seeking ambitious, high-potential individuals to join our Trainee Recruitment Consultant Academy starting the end of April 2026!
What We Offer:
- Uncapped Commission: Year 1 OTE £40K+ (£100k in 3 years).
- Award-winning Training: In-house Learning & Development team with you every step.
- Great Culture: Social workspace: office bar, DJ booth, Golf & F1 simulator etc.
- Flexible Working: Hybrid working options with early finishes and personal wellbeing support.
The Role: A Sales Career in Recruitment:
This is a true 360 recruitment sales role. You’ll be learning how to win clients, build deep talent networks and place the very best tech specialists into high-impact roles.
- Global Reach & Deep Specialisation – We’re operating in 40+ countries, placing professionals across contract, permanent and project roles across the tech ecosystem.
- Market Expertise – You’ll work within niche markets where we live and breathe the technology ourselves.
- Career Acceleration – Structured training, community involvement, and clear progression paths empower you to build a successful recruitment career from day one.
Key Responsibilities:
- Business Development: Identify and engage companies needing tech and transformation talent.
- Candidate Engagement: Source, qualify, and place in-demand professionals across specialist tech disciplines.
- Relationship Building: Develop and nurture long-term client and candidate partnerships.
- Performance Oriented: Consistently meet and exceed targets in a fast-paced, supportive environment.
Who We Want:
- Sales-driven: Experience in target-based roles (B2B, telesales, fundraising etc.)
- Motivated by success: You thrive on uncapped commission and career growth
- Resilient & curious: You handle rejection well and pursue opportunities persistently
- Entrepreneurial spirit: You want to build your own business within the business
Apply Now! If you’re ready to kick-start a high-reward career in tech recruitment, we want to hear from you. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submission gives you the best chance.
chelsea.house@empiric.com
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