Trainee Recruitment Consultant

Description:

As a Trainee Recruitment Consultant within Barrington James’ Sussex team, you will become a career architect helping professionals in the pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device sectors take their next career steps. You will be involved in building and nurturing relationships with clients and candidates, managing the full recruitment lifecycle from sourcing to offer negotiation, and contributing to shaping the future of life sciences recruitment. Barrington James emphasizes talent development and career growth through structured training and mentorship in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain relationships with clients and candidates in the life sciences sector

• Source, screen, and interview candidates to find best-fit roles

• Manage recruitment lifecycle including candidate placement and offer negotiations

• Achieve individual and team targets

• Stay updated on industry trends to advise clients effectively

• Utilize networks, tools, and events to attract top talent

Qualifications & Skills:

• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills

• Strong negotiation skills and quick rapport-building ability

• Results-driven with motivation and resilience

• Ability to perform under pressure in a target-driven environment

• Positive, ambitious, and success-oriented mindset

Benefits & Culture:

• Comprehensive training from onboarding to advanced sales and leadership programs

• 1:1 mentorship with experienced professionals

• Clear and organic career progression with opportunities to reach leadership roles

• Collaborative and supportive team environment

• Uncapped earning potential through competitive commissions

• Join a global leader in life sciences recruitment