Trainee Sales Recruiter – Engineering & Technical Markets at Mercury Hampton Ltd

Trainee Sales Recruiter – Engineering & Technical Markets

Location: Newton-Le-Willows (with future opportunities to relocate to the USA or Middle East)

Start Your Recruitment Career with Mercury Hampton!

Are you a recent graduate eager to launch a rewarding career in sales and recruitment? Do you want to work with a dynamic, global consultancy that partners with industry leaders like Coca-Cola, BP, Monster Energy, and Nestle? Mercury Hampton is looking for ambitious graduates to join our growing team as Trainee Sales Recruiters!

Who We Are

Mercury Hampton is a global talent consultancy, specialising in executive appointments, premium talent acquisition, workforce solutions, and leadership assessment. With clients in 22 countries, award-winning recruitment technology, and a reputation for innovation, we’re at the forefront of people and performance optimisation worldwide.

The Role

As a Graduate Trainee Sales Recruiter, you’ll receive comprehensive training and mentorship to help you:

• Build relationships with business leaders and decision-makers in the engineering and technical sectors
• Source and assess top sales talent for mid to senior-level roles
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, from searching for candidates to organising interviews and supporting successful placements
• Use cutting-edge recruitment software and automation tools
• Support client accounts and learn to negotiate deals
• Contribute to our high-performing, collaborative team culture

What We’re Looking For

• A recent graduate (any discipline) with a passion for sales, people, and business
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ambition, drive, and a strong desire to learn and succeed
• Confidence to engage with senior professionals
• A proactive, solution-focused mindset

What We Offer

• Competitive starting salary (£24,000–£26,000) plus uncapped commission (OTE £35,000–£50,000+ in your first year)
• Private pension, gym allowance, and private healthcare
• Quarterly incentives and annual trips to exciting destinations like Majorca, Spain!
• Award-winning company culture and a supportive, collaborative environment
• Access to world-class coaching and development programs at Henley Business School
• Fast-track career progression and opportunities to work internationally
• Flexible working arrangements and hybrid office options

Ready to Start Your Journey?

Send your CV and a brief cover letter to chris.hickey@mercuryhampton.com explaining why you’re excited to start your career in recruitment with Mercury Hampton.

Unleash your potential – join Mercury Hampton and build a career that takes you places!

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