Recruitment Consultant

Recruitment Consultant – Reading

£26,500 – £40,000 + uncapped Commission

(Salary banding will depend on experience, minimum 1 year of 360 recruitment experience required for the higher banding)

Key responsibilities:

⭐ Build and Grow Client Partnerships

Become a trusted advisor. You’ll nurture long-term relationships, seek out new business opportunities, and truly understand each client’s talent needs—offering expert insight to deliver outstanding matches.

⭐ Engage and Inspire Great Candidates

You’ll attract exceptional talent, guide them through their journey, and create seamless, positive experiences from first conversation to final offer.

⭐ Negotiate With Confidence

Craft win-win outcomes through smart, strategic negotiation—ensuring clients and candidates alike achieve the results they’re looking for.

⭐ Smash Targets and Drive Results

Work within a high-performing team that pushes each other to excel, exceed KPIs, and celebrate big wins together.

⭐ Become a Market Expert

Stay ahead of industry trends, build your network, and establish yourself as a trusted voice in your sector.

Every day is different - and every day, you’ll grow. Your earning potential is truly in your hands, and your dedication will be rewarded in a culture that recognises effort, achievement, and ambition.

Why Hays? Make a Meaningful Impact While Building Your Career:

At Hays, we believe our success should be shared with the communities around us. We’re committed to doing the right thing, and we’re proud to say:

• We partner with End Youth Homelessness UK, raising vital funds to support young people across the country.
• We became carbon neutral in 2021, and we’re actively progressing toward net-zero emissions.
• We were among the first 20 companies nationwide to achieve the National Equality Standard, championing a workplace where everyone can be their authentic self.
• Through #HaysHelps, every employee receives two days of paid volunteering leave each year to support causes they care about.

Award Recognition:

We’re proud winners of:

• Top 100 Undergraduate Employers — Job Crowd, NUE Awards, Rate My Placement
• Best Places to Interview — Glassdoor

What’s in it for you?

Joining Hays means unlocking incredible benefits and long-term career potential:

• Uncapped commission, paid 13 times per year (and increasing with promotions)
• Market-leading technology and a renowned training programme to accelerate your success
• Global career opportunities across our international network
• Recognition incentives at local, regional, and national levels
• Comprehensive wellbeing initiatives and support networks
• Paid volunteering days through our Working for Your Tomorrow initiative