The Role

 

Job Title: Graduate Recruitment Consultant

Location: Naas, Co Kildare

Job Summary:

We are seeking an ambitious and driven Graduate Recruitment Consultant to join our growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate looking to start their career in recruitment, gain valuable experience, and develop their professional skills. As a Recruitment Consultant, you will be responsible for managing the full recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing candidates to managing client relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Candidate Sourcing & Screening:
  • Proactively source and engage with potential candidates via job boards, social media, and networking platforms (e.g., LinkedIn, recruitment fairs).
  • Conduct phone and in-person interviews to assess candidate qualifications and fit for specific roles.
  • Build a strong network of potential candidates for future roles.
• Client Management:
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients.
  • Understand clients’ hiring needs, company culture, and job specifications.
  • Provide consultative advice on recruitment processes and market trends.
• Job Posting & Advertising:
  • Write and post job advertisements on various job boards, company websites, and social media platforms.
  • Ensure job ads are optimised to attract the right talent.
• Managing the Recruitment Process:
  • Assist in managing the full recruitment cycle from initial candidate search to successful placement.
  • Arrange candidate interviews with clients, provide feedback, and manage offers and negotiations.
  • Follow up on the post-placement process, ensuring both candidate and client satisfaction.
• Market Research:
  • Stay updated on industry trends, salary benchmarks, and recruitment best practices.
  • Identify new business opportunities by researching target clients and industries.
• Administration:
  • Keep accurate and up-to-date records of all recruitment activities using database
  • Prepare regular reports on recruitment activities, candidate pipelines, and placements.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact with candidates and clients effectively.
• Relationship Building: Ability to build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with candidates and clients.
• Attention to Detail: Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple roles and candidates simultaneously.
• Sales & Negotiation Skills: Ability to sell opportunities to candidates and negotiate with clients during the recruitment process.
• Resilience & Tenacity: Willingness to work in a target-driven environment with a can-do attitude.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to handle challenges and think on your feet when dealing with clients and candidates.
• Team Player: Work collaboratively within a team while managing your own workload.

Benefits:

• Training & Development: Comprehensive training program to develop recruitment, sales, and client management skills.
• Career Progression: Clear career path with opportunities for promotion based on performance.
• Commission: Competitive base salary with uncapped commission structure
• Work Environment: Friendly and dynamic work culture with opportunities for growth and development.
• Flexible Working: Hybrid  working options after probation period

The Person

Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree (in any discipline).
• Experience: No prior experience required, but internships or part-time work in recruitment, HR, or sales are advantageous.
• Full training will be provided

The Package

Salary: Competitive base salary + commission