Do you want a real career that gives you a return on your hard work? Based in north Leeds, Rilwood Associates specialises in executive level, permanent recruitment. Focusing on middle to senior management roles within sales, we have enjoyed sustained success and growth over the last 10 years. We now employ 35 staff and form part of a group with annual revenue of £10m. Due to the continued development of the business, we are looking to recruit talented, ambitious and enthusiastic individuals to join our Trainee Recruitment Consultant programme. Key aspects of the role: • Developing new business and maintaining existing key accounts • Consistently achieving sales targets • Use of social media, job boards and headhunting techniques to identify candidates • Core hours 8:30am-5:30pm Monday – Friday: additional hours will be required • High volume of telephone work – consulting with candidates and clients The ideal candidate will have: • a basic understanding of sales in a business to business environment • first class communication and influencing skills • an exceptional work ethic • the tenacity and drive to succeed • a professional attitude and good presentation • commercial awareness In return for your commitment we offer: • structured career development pathways into management • access to award-winning training including full induction and 1:1 coaching • a fast-paced, professional and enjoyable environment • a business moving forward with positive momentum • gym, cafι and free car parking on site Other rewards include a fantastic threshold-free commission structure and bonus scheme. We are a great place to begin your career as a professional recruiter. Typical earnings would be £25k in the first year, £30k in the second year and £30-50k by year three. If you have the capability there are excellent prospects in management after a couple of years’ experience. There is no cap to your earnings in recruitment other than your own ability and time. It is possible to earn six figure sums as a Consultant. Because you are dealing with senior business professionals every day, and your career depends on adding real-world value to companies, you will gain a great understanding of business, commerce and contract in this job. You will also hone your communication, influencing and negotiation skills to a very high standard.