Are you a graduate, sales or recruitment professional with a natural talent for networking and relationship-building? Welcome to Faststream Recruitment Group, where we're more than just recruiters. We're dedicated, trusted advisors who shape careers and help our clients excel in the shipping and maritime industry. We're looking for motivated graduates, sales and recruitment professionals to join our teams in Southampton, so if you excel at networking, nurturing connections, and exceeding goals, you're the perfect fit for us The Opportunity The Faststream Recruitment Group, established in 1999 with over 100 employees, is the Global People Specialist in Shipping, Maritime, and Energy Recruitment. With office hubs in Southampton, UK, and Singapore, we deliver professional recruitment services and solutions to our clients and candidates in key maritime hubs across EMEA, Asia Pacific, and the Americas. As a Graduate Recruitment Consultant at Faststream, you’ll help our clients across EMEA to source and recruit various commercial positions, including business development managers, sales managers, aftersales positions in the Marine Industry. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside a strong and stable team of established recruiters on a well-developed desk, which will offer you instant access to a database of clients and candidates. You will work closely with our Singapore office and US Recruitment team to network and develop relationships with high-level business leaders across the world. You will attend regular client meetings and key maritime events, including SMM, Seaworks, and more, so the ability to network and build business relationships is essential. About the Job: This is a busy high-fee, high potential desk that offers an established client based and extensive business development opportunities for further growth. Building Your Candidate Network: Ask insightful questions to understand motivations. Source and prepare talent for interview success. Align candidate aspirations with opportunities. Managing Your Clients: Strategically place candidates for mutual satisfaction. Ensure supportive communication throughout the process. Proactively engage with clients, staying abreast of industry trends. New Business Development: Cultivate client relationships through effective communication. Convert objections into opportunities for collaboration. Foster teamwork to achieve collective goals and celebrate successes. Running Your Business: Maintain a proactive, results-driven mindset. Prioritize relationship-building and meaningful connections. Trust intuition in decision-making, ensuring stakeholder satisfaction. What's in it for You? Remuneration Package: Circa £35,000-£45,000 per annum including base salary, commission and bonuses Commission Schemes: Uncapped up to 30% with zero sales thresholds. Training & Development: Industry-leading training, continuous learning, and development opportunities. Company Socials: Exciting celebrations including our Southampton Harbour Hotel Christmas Party and 25th-anniversary festivities in 2024. Wellbeing Support: Trained mental health first aiders available. Flexible Working: Flexibility to work from home and control your working day with our flexi-time policy. Workspace: Vibrant open-plan workspaces with stunning views and free business parking. If you're driven to excel in maritime sales, we want to hear from you Whether you're new to the industry or a seasoned pro, we'll help you shine. Apply today and let's make magic happen together at Faststream Recruitment Group. At Faststream Recruitment Group, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.