Associate Recruitment Consultant

SThree · Manchester, United Kingdom · On site · 12 days ago

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Posted October 03, 2026 · Read from SThree
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At SThree, we’re not just hiring recruiters—we’re building the next generation of STEM talent matchmakers. If you’re curious, driven, and ready to make a real impact, this is your launchpad.

We’re a global STEM workforce consultancy, connecting brilliant minds with the world’s most innovative companies. From Life Sciences to Tech, Engineering to Maths we help shape the future— one placement at a time.

📍 Manchester City Centre

🏡 Hybrid Working (4 days office / 1 day home)

💰 Starting Salary: £27,500+ (Higher DOE)

💸 Uncapped Commission | No Threshold | No Limits

🚀 Start Your Career Where the Future Works

📈 Outpace Tomorrow Together

💼 What You’ll Be Doing

This isn’t just a job—it’s a career accelerator. As an Associate Recruitment Consultant, you’ll:

  • 🌐 Use digital tools, referrals, and events to find top talent
  • 🧠 Interview and assess candidates to match them with the right roles
  • 🤝 Build strong relationships with clients and candidates
  • 💬 Negotiate offers - Make placements
  • 🔄 Manage the full recruitment cycle (360) from start to finish
  • 📑 Vertical market specialist

You’ll be supported every step of the way with best-in-class training and a clear path to promotion through our SThree Velocity Programme.

🧠 What You Bring

We’re looking for people who are:

  • 🔋 Self-motivated and proactive
  • 🏅 Resilient and competitive
  • 💬 Great communicators and team players
  • 💡 Quick learners with a growth mindset
  • 💼 Experienced in sales, or similar commercial customer centric roles

⚠️Heads Up⚠️

This is an entry point into recruitment—but not into the working world. You’ll need some prior experience in a fast-paced, people-focused commercial environment.

🎁 What You’ll Get

We believe in rewarding potential. Here’s what’s in it for you:

  • 💷 Competitive salary + uncapped commission
  • 🌍 Global career opportunities (33 locations worldwide)
  • 🛫 Incentive trips to amazing destinations
  • 🍽️ Director Lunch Clubs at top restaurants
  • 🧘 Thrive wellbeing community
  • 🏥 Private medical cover + optional dental
  • 🏖️ 28 days holiday + bank holidays + buy more
  • 👶 Industry-leading parental leave
  • 📈 Company share scheme
  • 🚀 Velocity career progression programme

🤝 Culture That Feels Like You

We’re a team of diverse, creative, and ambitious individuals—from ex-athletes to DJs to writers. What unites us? We’re all in on doing the right thing, building relationships, thinking big, and having fun while we do it.

Expect Friday wrap-ups, team shoutouts, socials, and a culture that celebrates you being you!

Employer
SThree
Location
Manchester, United Kingdom · On site