Recruitment Consultant

£26,000 to £31,500 per year, Competitive

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full time

Disability Confident: No

Closing Date: 15/02/2026

Location: Bristol

The Best Connection is a leading employee owned temporary recruitment agency, supporting a wide range of sectors. With over 30 years of experience and more than 80 branches nationwide, we are one of the UK's largest recruitment businesses, specialising primarily in the driving and industrial sectors.

We're looking for a driven and energetic individual to join our team. Whether you're new to recruitment or looking to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you. We offer full on the job training, support and guidance to help you succeed, no matter your experience level.

Salary & Package:

• Entry Level Consultant (No Experience) - Basic Salary: £26,000, increasing to £27,000 after 12 months. First Year Earning Potential: £28,000-£29,000 with commission.
• Experienced Recruitment Consultant - Basic Salary: £27,000 £29,000. OTE: £30,000 £33,000 with commission.
• Senior Recruitment Consultant - Basic Salary: £31,500. OTE: £35,000 £37,000 with commission.

Role Overview:

• Manage the full 360 recruitment cycle, from business development to candidate placement.
• Build and maintain long term relationships with clients and candidates.
• Proactively identify and win new clients through sales calls and face to face visits.
• Source, interview, and match candidates to roles while maintaining high levels of compliance and quality.
• Work towards achievable sales and performance goals with full support and training.

What's on Offer:

• 30 days annual leave (including bank holidays) rising to 33 days after one year.
• Dedicated in house training department offering industry leading training and mentorship.
• Recruitment consultants will complete a Level 3 Recruiter Qualification as a key part of the development in this role.
• Senior consultants will also gain a Level 3 Certificate in Principles of Recruitment.
• Structured career progression & development opportunities.
• Competitive, uncapped commission structure.
• Tax free annual bonuses.
• Company pension scheme & cycle to work scheme.
• Discounts on hotels, insurance, energy bills and more.
• Branch bonuses, free car parking, and a warm established desk.

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (1 hour lunch break). Office based role.

For this role a full current driving licence is required.

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