Trainee Recruitment Consultant: Cyber Security

Santabarbaraweddingminister; City of London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing cyber security recruitment firm in London is seeking a Trainee Recruitment Consultant. In this role, you will engage clients, source candidates, and contribute to business development. With a base salary of £27k and OTE of £50k in the first year, this position offers excellent training and career growth opportunities in a dynamic market.

Benefits

Market-leading commission structure

Transparent career progression

Holiday incentives to top destinations

Quarterly incentives for meeting targets

Exceptional training delivered by experts

WFH opportunities after training

Pet-friendly office

2 weeks work from anywhere after a year

Qualifications

• Degree-educated or relevant experience in sales, consulting.
• Competitive mindset with a background in sports is a plus.
• Financially motivated with a strong desire to earn.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with clients to understand hiring needs.
• Source candidates through job boards and social media.
• Interview and assess candidates’ qualifications.

Skills

Hardworking and results-driven

Confident communicator

Competitive mindset

Education

Degree-educated or relevant experience

Job description

Trainee Recruitment Consultant: Cyber Security

Break into Tech Recruitment: Join a Fast‑Growing Cyber Security Talent Firm! Earn £50k+ in year one and set yourself up for success! Apply Now

Since launching in 2016, this company has evolved into a key player in the Cyber and Information Security recruitment space. What began as a small, family‑run operation has transformed into a fast‑paced, international business supporting clients across the UK, Europe and the US. With a strong track record and deep sector expertise, they are continuing to scale rapidly in one of the most in‑demand areas of tech recruitment.

We are seeking a driven, highly organised, and career‑focused Trainee Recruitment Consultant to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to break into a high‑growth market and build a long‑term career in recruitment.

The role is based on a full 360 recruitment model, and you will receive hands‑on training from an experienced leadership team. Your day‑to‑day responsibilities will include identifying and developing new client relationships, understanding their Cyber Security hiring needs, and sourcing exceptional candidates through targeted advertising, proactive headhunting, and tapping into an extensive candidate network.

The Benefits

• £27k base salary with OTE in year 1 of £50k
• First promotion typically seen in first 6 months
• Market‑leading commission structure up to 45% with no threshold (you earn on everything you bill)
• Transparent career progression from day 1, with many senior leaders having started as trainees
• Holiday incentives to top destinations (Morocco, Ibiza, Amsterdam, Dubai). Top biller each year selects the destination
• Quarterly incentives for those who hit targets: dining at London’s top restaurants, weekend trips (spa & golf), shopping sprees on the company card
• Exceptional training delivered by external trainers and partners
• WFH opportunities once initial training is complete: 3 days in office, 2 days at home
• Pet‑friendly office
• 2 weeks work from anywhere after one year at the company

The Role

• Client Engagement: Build lasting relationships with clients to understand hiring needs and business objectives
• Candidate Sourcing: Use job boards, social media, and networking to find top talent
• Candidate Screening: Interview and assess candidates’ skills, qualifications and fit
• Job Matching: Match candidates with opportunities based on experience, qualifications and client needs
• Offer Negotiation: Facilitate salary negotiations and employment terms between clients and candidates
• Market Research: Stay on top of industry trends, salary benchmarks and talent availability
• Consultation: Provide expert career advice to clients and candidates
• Administrative Tasks: Handle contracts, job postings, feedback collection and database management
• Candidate Support: Guide candidates throughout the recruitment process, offering resume tips and career advice
• Business Development: Identify and pursue new opportunities to expand your client base

The Ideal Candidate

• Hardworking and results‑driven
• Degree‑educated or relevant experience in sales, consulting, etc.
• Competitive mindset – a background in sports or competitive hobbies is desirable but not essential
• Financially motivated with a strong desire to earn big
• Confident, articulate and persuasive communicator

The Next Steps

If you are interested in this opportunity and meet some or all of the requirements, please APPLY NOW with your CV. A consultant from RULE Recruitment will be in touch.