Trainee Recruitment Consultant – Financial Services (PE / VC / Hedge Funds)
£30,000 base (rising to £35,000 in 6–8 months) | Up to 45% Commission | Central London
We’re working with a market-leading financial recruitment firm that partners with some of the world’s top investment funds, private equity and venture capital houses.
They operate internationally, place into the highest-calibre firms in the market, and regularly work on roles with average fees of £75K+. Although the model is contingent, the level of candidates and clients you’ll be dealing with is genuinely top-tier.
Due to growth, they’re now hiring 4 Trainee Recruitment Consultants to join their graduate intake.
This is a fast-track environment with clear progression. The first promotion typically happens within 6–8 months, taking your base from £30K to £35K, with a commission structure that scales up to 45%.
The Role:
*Sourcing and engaging high-level candidates across PE, VC and Hedge Funds
*Working international markets and building long-term client relationships
*Managing live mandates with average fees around £75K
*Learning full 360 recruitment in a high-performance environment
*Developing into a specialist consultant with your own market
What they’re looking for:
*Russell Group graduate (2023 / 2024 / 2025) with a 2:1 or above
*Ideally a business-focused degree (but not essential)
*Some form of corporate or commercial experience
*Sales experience is a strong plus
*Smart, driven, resilient, and commercially switched on
What’s on offer:
*£30K starting salary
*£35K after first promotion (typically 6–8 months)
*Commission up to 45%
*International exposure
*4 company holidays per year
*Award-winning culture and clear internal progression (current MD started as a graduate)
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious graduate to start their career in a top financial recruitment firm, with structured training, rapid progression, and the chance to earn well above market average early on.
They are hiring ASAP for multiple roles.