About Simpson Judge Ltd: Founded in 2013, Simpson Judge Ltd is a leading specialist recruitment firm with offices in Preston, Manchester, and London. We specialise in Accountancy & Finance, Legal, Systems & IT, and Interim & Temporary roles, offering tailored recruitment solutions across the UK and internationally. Simpson Judge Role Overview: We are seeking a dynamic and driven Associate Recruitment Consultant to join our Preston team, focusing on a US desk. This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse client base, providing recruitment solutions across various sectors. Working hours 11am-7pm, office based Mon-Fri. This is suitable for entry level applicants looking to start a career in recruitment. Key Responsibilities: Client Engagement: Develop and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients, understanding their recruitment needs and delivering tailored solutions. Candidate Sourcing: Identify, attract, and engage top-tier candidates through various channels, including networking, job boards, and social media. Recruitment Process Management: Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, from initial client brief to candidate placement, ensuring a seamless experience for both clients and candidates. Market Expertise: Stay informed about industry trends and market conditions to provide valuable insights to clients and candidates. Business Development: Proactively identify new business opportunities and contribute to the growth of the division. Compliance: Ensure all recruitment activities comply with relevant laws and regulations. Qualifications and Experience: Experience: Previous experience in recruitment is advantageous; however, candidates with a strong sales background and a passion for recruitment are also encouraged to apply. Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong organisational and time-management abilities. Proactive and self-motivated with a results-driven approach. Ability to build and maintain relationships at all levels. Benefits: Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses. Market leading comms structure. Comprehensive training and development programs. Clear and tangible career progression pathways. Supportive and collaborative team environment. Generous holiday entitlement. Christmas close and ability to buy and sell holidays. Fully expensed company incentives