Compass Associates 19th May, 2026

Senior Recruitment Consultant

Location Portsmouth
Salary 32k - 40k p/a
Ready to take your recruitment career to the next level? Join an award-winning, values-led team where your success is genuinely rewarded, with real autonomy, a warm desk from day one, and earning potential that’s entirely in your hands.

    Senior Recruitment Consultant  Cosham, Portsmouth Competitive salary + uncapped commission (up to 35%)     The Role   If you're an experienced, hardworking, and results driven recruitment consultant, this could be your next opportunity. You’ll play a crucial role in building strong relationships with both candidates and clients, ensuring a smooth recruitment journey focused on quality and impactful solutions.   To succeed in this fast paced and dynamic environment, we need someone with:  

  • Entrepreneurial Spirit
  • Strong Business Acumen
  • Winning mentality
  • Solutions driven mindset to customer service and customer excellence

  You’ll balance business development, account management, and candidate relationships while having the autonomy to work your market in your way. You’ll also be supported by a team that values collaboration, ambition, and high quality work. You’ll work with existing client relationships and have access to an active talent pool right from day one.   What we can offer you   We believe in investing in our people, and we offer a fantastic range of benefits, including:  

  • Free breakfast and fresh fruit to start your day right
  • Generous holiday allowance that increases to 38 days with service YoY
  • Quarterly company events and a lively social calendar
  • Anniversary wellbeing gifts to celebrate your milestones
  • 3pm finishes every Friday
  • Retail discount scheme for savings on your favourite brand
  • Industry recognised training and qualifications
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Internal Referral Scheme, earn £500 when you refer great people
  • Access to a financial advisor for expert guidance

  ….and many more   For high achievers, benefits increase depending on success, including:

  • Car Allowance
  • Private Healthcare
  • Phone Bill Coverage
  • Electric Car Schemes
  • Life & Critical Illness Insurance

  Profile

  • A strong work ethic with a sense of humour
  • Proven track record in recruitment (ideally permanent recruitment)
  • Resilience, motivation, and a willingness to learn
  • Commercial mindset and passion for the job
  • Degree qualified (beneficial)
  • Proactive and “can do” attitude
  • Excellent communication skills and a team player
  • A genuine interest in building professional relationships
  • Drive to succeed and improve your future

  Career Development   As a Senior Recruitment Consultant, we offer a structured career development pathway with a strong focus on nurturing future leaders. We believe professional growth is essential for both individual success and long term business growth. We prioritise staff development, offering training, support, and tools to help you become a true sector specialist. With AI tools, LinkedIn Premium accounts, and access to industry events, we ensure you’re equipped for success.   Who we are   Compass Associates are part of Compass Recruitment Solutions (CRS), an award-winning recruitment and search organisation with 4 brands specialising in health, care, education, and life sciences. We work across the UK and internationally, and we’re proud of the values led culture we’ve built, one where people are encouraged to grow, succeed, and have fun while they do it. We’re also proud to have just been awarded Great Place to Work accreditation, recognising the culture we’ve built.    

What next?

Apply using the application form or contact Jess Gower directly below:

Jess Gower

[email protected]

Please note: due to the high volume of applications received we are only able to respond to applications that meet our criteria. If you do not hear from us within 10 working days please assume you have not been selected for interview on this occasion.

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