SHEFFIELD
Launch Your Recruitment Career with Tradewind Recruitment in Sheffield
Are you a graduate looking to break into a fast-paced, rewarding career with real earning potential? Tradewind Recruitment Sheffield is offering an exciting opportunity to join our Impact Academy and build a long-term career in recruitment.
If you are ambitious, resilient, and motivated by success, this is your chance to thrive in a high-performance sales environment.
About Tradewind Recruitment
Tradewind Recruitment is a well-established, market-leading education recruitment agency and a five-time Sunday Times Top 100 company. With nearly 30 years of experience and offices across the UK and internationally, we have built a reputation for developing exceptional consultants.
Our Sheffield office is growing, and we are looking for driven graduates ready to take the first step in their careers.
What We Offer
*Starting salary: £28,000-£30,000
*First-year earnings: £35,000-£40,000 OTE
*Uncapped commission from day one
*35 days annual leave + reduced hours during school holidays
*Incentive trips and company rewards
*Regular team socials and a supportive culture
*Ongoing training and development
*Clear career progression opportunities
Impact Academy Training
Our Impact Academy provides a structured and supportive entry into recruitment. You’ll gain real-world experience from day one, learning how to manage candidates, build relationships, and contribute to business growth.
Your Role
In your first year, you will:
*Source and interview candidates for education roles
*Build relationships with schools and teaching professionals
*Support the sales team in generating placements
*Develop new business opportunities
*Work towards and exceed targets
*Earn commission as you progress
This is a sales-driven role where your success is determined by your effort and consistency.
Support and Mentorship
You will benefit from:
*A dedicated manager
*Structured training programmes
*Ongoing mentorship
*Access to experienced consultants
We provide a supportive environment where you can develop quickly and confidently.
Career Development
After your first year, you will progress to a Sales Desk and receive further training in:
*Business development
*Negotiation and client management
*Compliance and safeguarding
*Handling challenging situations
*Time and workload management
We promote from within, meaning your career progression is based entirely on your performance.
What We’re Looking For
*Graduates with strong work ethic
*Evidence of working during studies
*Resilience and determination
*Sales, hospitality, or customer-facing experience
*Confident communication skills
The Reality of the Role
Recruitment is demanding and target-driven. It requires persistence, resilience, and a proactive mindset.
However, for those who commit, it offers excellent earning potential, rapid career progression, and long-term success.