Associate Recruitment Consultant

We are a well-established niche sector recruitment company with a strong focus on the Japanese market in the UK and Europe.

Our Japan team manages Japanese-speaking vacancies across all sectors and industries, whereas our European Team acts as a generalist recruitment, supporting Japanese organisations in non-Japanese speaking roles in the UK and Europe, as well as a broad variety of positions outside of the Japanese market.

We are seeking a new junior consultant to join our team to support our growth and strengthen our current operation.

COMPENSATION
Basic: Start from £23K + commission + profit share
• 1st year OTE = £28 - 31k
• 2nd year OTE = £32 - 38k

Benefit: Flexible allowance (Medical, Gym, Dental, Massage, etc.)
Location: London (near Bank station) with hybrid working after probation
Working hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00-18:00
Visa: We won't be able to provide visa support; we can only accept applications from people who are eligible to work in the UK permanently.

OVERVIEW OF DUTIES
• 360 Recruitment: Managing the end-to-end recruitment cycle including sourcing, interview coordination, offer negotiation, and placement.
• Business Development: Identifying and developing new client/business relationships (UK and Europe).
• Account Management: Managing client relations through effective and professional communication.

Daily activity – what to expect?
• Assessing and responding to the needs of each client and assignment. Each client will have a different need, so it is important to understand exactly what is required.
• Sourcing candidates: Daily searches across major job boards and other sourcing platforms to find the best possible talent for your client (this can take up a lot of your time!).
• Client relationship management: Providing frequent updates to your client to maintain a smooth operation and establish a strong relationship.
• Data inputting: Every vacancy, CV, and correspondence is logged into a shared CRM system – data inputting and accuracy will be key.
• Writing and amending job descriptions and posting jobs online.
• Screening CVs and conducting video/phone interviews to assess suitability for the role.
• Supporting non-native English-speaking colleagues with English checks and providing ad hoc support wherever needed.

IDEAL CANDIDATE
• Totally fluent English is a must, and additional language skills (Japanese/German/Dutch) would be highly beneficial.
• Degree holder or equivalent.
• Professional exposure to Japanese business culture would be great as you will be liaising with Japanese clients and candidates on occasion.
• An analytical & forward thinker, enthusiastic, and “can-do” attitude.
• A friendly & thoughtful individual with strong communication skills.
• Experience with Japanese culture is required (most of your colleagues will be Japanese).