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Posted 21 July, 2026

Recruitment Consultant

Reed Specialist Recruitment
CB1, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Recruitment Consultant Company: Reed Cambridge - Business Support Location: Cambridge CB1 7BN Hybrid: 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home after the initial induction period Salary: £26,000 - £35,000 dependent on experience + uncapped bonus Contract: Full Time and Permanent Build a high‑potential desk. Grow your career. Be rewarded for your impact. Reed Cambridge is looking for an ambitious Recruitment Consultant to join our Business Support team, managing a warm and high‑potential desk recruiting for admin, customer service & sales roles cross the Cambridgeshire area. This is a brilliant opportunity for a recruiter or commercially minded sales professional who enjoys building long‑term relationships, developing new business and seeing the direct results of their effort, all with the backing of a trusted, market‑leading brand. Why join Reed? Uncapped bonus, paid every four weeks Clear career progression with transparent promotions and management pathways Incentives and recognition, including holidays, luxury rewards and high‑achiever programmes Ongoing learning and development tailored to your career goals A supportive, collaborative and inclusive culture within a trusted, ethical brandAbout the role You'll take ownership of a commercial Business Support desk, recruiting office‑based roles such as administration, customer service and wider business support positions. You'll work closely with local clients, becoming their go‑to recruitment partner while growing your market through proactive outbound business development. This role is office‑based in Cambridge and involves regular client visits across the local patch. What you'll be doing Developing new and existing client relationships across Cambridge and surrounding areas Meeting clients on‑site to understand hiring needs and deliver tailored recruitment solutions Sourcing, engaging and managing candidates through advertising, networking and referrals Managing the full recruitment lifecycle from initial brief to placement and aftercare Working towards clear KPIs while building a sustainable, profitable deskWhat you'll bring An experienced recruiter or sales professional Confidence building relationships and winning new business A proactive, resilient and commercially minded approach Strong organisation skills and the ability to manage multiple prioritiesTo apply for the Recruitment Consultant role, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role