Associate

Associate (Trainee Recruitment Consultant) London City location £30,000 - £32,000 basic + significant earning potential with commission About the Company A fast-growing, VC-backed technology recruitment firm founded in the mid-2010s, partnering with Tier 1 venture capital funds and their portfolio companies globally. The business works with founders from early stage through to IPO and acquisition, helping them scale high-performing commercial and technical teams. They operate across multiple regions (US, EMEA, APAC, LATAM) and specialise in areas including Cloud & Infrastructure, Data & Analytics, Digital, Cyber Security, and Fintech. About the Role Due to continued growth, the firm is hiring an Associate / Trainee Recruitment Consultant to join its London team. This is an entry-level role with a clearly defined progression path into a Consultant position. Responsibilities

• Work closely with a senior consultant/partner to support live mandates
• Source and engage candidates using a range of tools and strategies
• Build expertise in the early-stage technology market
• Conduct candidate screening and interviews
• Build long-term relationships with candidates to generate referrals
• Use outbound sourcing, market mapping, community engagement, and referrals
• Receive daily mentorship and real-time coaching from experienced recruiters Qualifications
• Previous recruitment experience is not required. Required Skills
• Highly coachable with a strong desire to learn
• Motivated, ambitious, and performance-driven
• Comfortable with discomfort and a fast-paced environment
• Low-ego, collaborative, and culturally aligned
• Personable with strong communication skills
• Genuinely interested in long-term career development Pay range and compensation package £30,000 - £32,000 basic + significant earning potential with commission