Graduate recruitment jobs are not hard to find if you put some effort into your job search. All you need to do is search for opportunities with agencies that will train up consultants to do the job.
The ideal is to find a trainee role in an agency that places importance on training up their employees. You will be shown the ropes by an experienced consultant and you will work alongside the experienced consultant during your training. Your training will help you develop the skills necessary to take on greater levels of responsibility. After three to six months of working alongside an experienced consultant you should be able to manage your own clients.
The consultant manages the entire recruitment process, from sales in recruitment services to getting candidates hired. You need to attract vacancies from existing clients and prospective new clients. You will also be charged with sourcing and selecting appropriate candidates through ads and networking. The candidates you source will be taken through to interviews and you will act as a go between with the employer until the vacancy has been filled.
The prospects in a recruitment career are excellent. If you are driven you can do well financially through commission and meeting targets.
The right person for the job:
- You need to be focused and work hard to go far.
- You should have good degree from a university.
- Ambition, personality and honesty are valued attributes.
- Prior sales experience is not essential, but can be a significant advantage.
Self confidence and a desire to be successful are probably the two things that will help drive your career. You need to be hungry for success and be willing to work hard. It generally helps to have an interest in the industry you are looking to recruit for, as this helps you communicate with clients and job seekers. Up to date knowledge of industry news and the jargon will help you.
Why not go for this career if you think it will be fun for you.