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Posted 23 July, 2026

Graduate Recruitment Consultant - Competitive Sports Background Wanted

SW6 Associates Limited
London, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Turn Your Competitive Mindset Into a High-Earning Career Have you competed in sport at university, club, county, national or elite level?Whether you've played rugby, football, hockey, cricket, netball, athletics, rowing, tennis, swimming, golf or any other competitive sport, you've already developed many of the qualities that make exceptional recruitment consultants.Our client is an award-winning recruitment consultancy specialising in white-collar recruitment. They're looking for driven graduates and former athletes who thrive on competition, enjoy setting goals, and want a career where performance is rewarded with rapid progression and uncapped earnings.No recruitment experience is requiredjust the mindset to succeed.Why Sports People Excel in Recruitment Success in recruitment isn't about having previous industry experience. It's about developing the same qualities that successful athletes rely on every day:Resilience after setbacksDiscipline and consistencyConfidence under pressureStrong communication skillsA competitive edgeCoachability and willingness to improveDesire to winWorking towards measurable goalsIf that sounds familiar, you'll fit right in.The Role You'll join a high-performing team where you'll receive structured training and ongoing mentoring from experienced consultants.Your responsibilities will include:Building lasting relationships with clients and candidates.Identifying top talent through job adverts, referrals, networking and leading recruitment technology.Managing the recruitment process from first conversation through to successful placement.Developing new business opportunities with professional clients.Negotiating offers and managing multiple recruitment processes simultaneously.Becoming a recognised specialist within your market.What They're Looking For This role is ideal for graduates or ambitious professionals with:A competitive sporting backgroundA strong work ethicExcellent communication skillsA positive attitude and willingness to learnConfidence speaking with professionalsCommercial awarenessMotivation to build a successful careerWhether you've captained a team, balanced training alongside your studies, or competed at a high level, your sporting experience is valued.Salary & Benefits £27,000 - £28,000 basic salaryUncapped commission from day oneRealistic Year 1 OTE of £40,000£45,000Industry-leading training programmeFast-track career progressionModern London officeIncentives You'll Want to Win High performance is recognised and rewarded through regular incentives including:Monthly lunch clubsQuarterly luxury dining experiencesEuropean city breaksAnnual overseas incentive tripsCompany-wide awards eveningsCareer Progression Promotion is based entirely on performancenot how long you've been with the business.Typical progression:Graduate Recruitment Consultant ? Recruitment Consultant ? Senior Consultant ? Principal Consultant ? Team Leader ? ManagerMany of the business's top billers and managers came from competitive sporting backgrounds and progressed rapidly by applying the same mindset that made them successful on the pitch, court, track or field.If you've always enjoyed competing, setting ambitious goals and being rewarded for your hard work, recruitment offers an exciting opportunity to build a successful career with unlimited earning potential.Apply today to take the next step in your career with one of London's leading professional recruitment consultancies.TPBN1_UKTJ