Associate (Trainee Recruitment Consultant)

Associate (Trainee Recruitment Consultant)

London City location

£30,000 - £32,000 basic + significant earning potential with commission

The Company

A fast-growing, VC-backed technology recruitment firm founded in the mid-2010s, partnering with Tier 1 venture capital funds and their portfolio companies globally. The business works with founders from early stage through to IPO and acquisition, helping them scale high-performing commercial and technical teams.

They operate across multiple regions (US, EMEA, APAC, LATAM) and specialise in areas including Cloud & Infrastructure, Data & Analytics, Digital, Cyber Security, and Fintech.

The Opportunity

Due to continued growth, the firm is hiring an Associate / Trainee Recruitment Consultant to join its London team. This is an entry-level role with a clearly defined progression path into a Consultant position.

The Role

As a Trainee Recruiter, you will:

• Work closely with a senior consultant/partner to support live mandates
• Source and engage candidates using a range of tools and strategies
• Build expertise in the early-stage technology market
• Conduct candidate screening and interviews
• Build long-term relationships with candidates to generate referrals
• Use outbound sourcing, market mapping, community engagement, and referrals
• Receive daily mentorship and real-time coaching from experienced recruiters

The Ideal Profile

This role would suit someone who is:

• Highly coachable with a strong desire to learn
• Motivated, ambitious, and performance-driven
• Comfortable with discomfort and a fast-paced environment
• Low-ego, collaborative, and culturally aligned
• Personable with strong communication skills
• Genuinely interested in long-term career development

Previous recruitment experience is not required.

Why Join?

• Competitive, market-leading commission structure
• Unlimited holiday policy
• Clear promotion and career progression
• Quarterly personal development budget
• International incentive trips and team socials
• Mental health support and coaching
• Opportunities for international relocation

If you’re looking for a role where performance, progression, and development are genuinely aligned, this is a strong platform to build a long-term career in recruitment.