Are you currently looking for a new sales job? Or are you looking into the possibility of moving into a more sales focussed role? Find out how a career in recruitment can offer everything you are looking for!
Recruitment is a hugely exciting sector to be involved in! We have put together everything you need to know about recruitment, so if recruitment is new to you, we have shared some key information that will hopefully open your eyes to what a career in recruitment can offer, in terms of career development and progression and long term opportunity.
If you are already in the recruitment sector and you are keen to find a business that aligns to your values and aspirations then keep reading, as we have shared some key information about who we are and what we offer!
Is the role of Recruitment Consultant actually a sales job?
Short answer is yes! The role of a Recruitment Consultants comes with specific targets that you need to achieve on a monthly, quarterly and yearly basis, which would be the same as most sales jobs out there. Plus, you are speaking to candidates every day discussing and selling opportunities and speaking to clients discussing and introducing candidates to them.
The beauty of this type of the sales job, is that recruitment will always offer you different challenges, situations and opportunities to any other sales job out there. The role of a Recruitment Consultant is varied and demanding, but here at Navartis we support, train and develop you to reach your full potential and become a successful Recruitment Consultant.
What is the role of a Recruitment Consultant?
A Recruitment Consultant is responsible for attracting candidates for job opportunities and matching them to freelance and permanent position with clients. Initially you will be focussed on speaking to candidates, building relationships and growing your specialist network. In recruitment is key to build your network, your reputation and your personal brand…. Due to the role being a people focussed role, trust plays a huge part in the role of a Recruitment Consultant.
At Navartis, our Recruitment Consultants specialise in specific areas such as Construction, Civils, Rail, Power and Telecoms. Within those sectors, they will usually focus on specific job disciplines, such as Quantity Surveying, Site Management and Planning. This will help you to become experts in the area you recruit in, helping to build specialist knowledge to help build trust with candidates and clients.
What are the typical duties for a Recruitment Consultant?
Typical duties and activities undertaken by Recruitment Consultants include:
Advertising job vacancies across multiple channels, including job boards, email marketing and social media
Researching companies, professions and specific sectors
Maintaining and updating the company database
Obtaining references
Networking with candidates via phone, email and face to face meetings
What qualifications are needed to secure a Recruitment Consultant role?
At Navartis we don’t look at what qualifications you have. We believe that if you are committed to learning and developing your skills and you are driven to achieve then we will support you on your journey to becoming a successful recruiter.
Although no qualifications are needed, there are some key skills that would benefit you and your career within recruitment. These include:
Good communications skills
Empathy
Excellent written skills
Be persuasive, patient and persistent
Be flexible and have the ability to adapt
Ability to prioritise
Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure
What can you earn as a Recruitment Consultant?
We offer Trainee Recruitment Consultants a basic salary of £18,000 to £20,000 per annum, dependant on experience. On top of this your on-target earnings (OTE) offers you the ability to earn a lot more, which for successful Trainee Recruitment Consultants can be anything up to £60,000+ on top of you basic salary. Our on-target earnings (OTE) are uncapped meaning you really are in control of what you are able to earn.
If you don’t have experience within recruitment, we would always suggest joining us at a Trainee Recruitment Consultant level, this is so you have time to build your knowledge, understanding and network without having unachievable targets you need to meet. We have lots of example of Recruitment Consultants joining us at Trainee level and reaching Senior within the first 18 months, which by industry standards is very quick.
What training is offered to Recruitment Consultants?
Training from company to company differs hugely. At Navartis we are proud of the training we have in place, which has helped countless Recruitment Consultants in our business achieve, develop and progress within the business.
Our Recruitment Consultants receive a tailored training programme, which starts the moment you walk through the door and flexes to suit your career aspirations. Our training is not just aimed at those new into the business but continues throughout all the stages of your career, including structured management training for those who aspire to being future leaders in the business.
Our training is delivered by experienced trainers who have not only worked in our business as Recruiters and Managers but who are also fully qualified trainers to a CIPP standard.
What our people say about working at Navartis
Our culture has been built around our people and allowing them to flourish both personally and professionally. We work hard to ensure our people are fully supported from the minute they walk through the door and throughout their career, allowing them to achieve everything they want to in their career. Here are just a few of the many positive reviews we have received from employees who work here…
“If you are looking for a company to develop and learn your trade, there is no better company out there! Real focus on quality and being the best in the business.”
- Recruitment Consultant
“Great people, great company and great opportunities.”
- Senior Recruitment Consultant
“Amazing place to work and amazing company to build a career in.”
- Recruitment Consultant
Want to find out more about working at Navartis?
We are always looking for talented, driven and motivated sales people to join us. So if you are keen to find out more about life at Navartis, including the training offered, career progression, our culture and the benefits, check out out join us page.
Want to apply for a sales job with us?
If you have read the above and think that recruitment is the right role for you, then why not check out all of our lates jobs and apply today!
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