Recruitment Consultant

TBC
Ref
30821
Location
The Best Connection | Peterborough | PE1 1XW
Employment type
Full-time
Closing date
24/10/2025
Description

Ref. No.  30821

Location: Peterborough 

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 
  • Company car / car allowance 

About the Role: 

  • 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 

Opportunity to gain a Level 3 Recruiter Qualification 

Structured career progression & development opportunities 

Competitive, uncapped commission structure 

Be part of an employee-owned business and benefit from the opportunity for tax-free annual bonuses 

Company pension scheme & cycle to work scheme 

Lifestyle benefits – Discounts on hotels, insurance, energy bills, and more 

Hours of Work 

Monday to Friday 8:00AM – 5:00PM (1 hour lunch break) 

Office Based Role 

Want to know more about us? Watch our video below!