Associate Recruitment Consultant

We are a well-established niche sector recruitment company with a strong focus on the Japanese market in the UK and Europe.

Our Japan team manages Japanese-speaking vacancies across all sectors and industries whereas our European Team acts as a generalist recruitment company, supporting Japanese organisations in non-Japanese speaking roles in the UK and Europe as well as a broad variety of positions outside of the Japanese market.

We are seeking a new, junior consultant to join our team to support our growth and to strengthen our current operation.

Overview of duties

• 360 Recruitment: Managing end-to-end recruitment cycle including sourcing, interview coordination, offer negotiation and placement
• Business Development: Identifying and developing new client/business relationships (UK and Europe)
• Account Management: Managing client relations through effective and professional communication

Daily activity - what to expect?

• Assessing and responding to the needs of each client and assignment. Each client will have a different need, so it is important to understand exactly what is required

• Sourcing candidates - Daily searches across major job boards and other sourcing platforms to find the best possible talent for your client (this can take up a lot of your time!)

• Client relationship management - providing frequent updates to your client to maintain a smooth operation and establish a strong relationship

• Data inputting - Every vacancy, CV and correspondence is logged into a shared CRM system - data inputting and accuracy will be key

• Writing and amending job descriptions and posting jobs online

• Screening CVs and conducting video/phone interviews to assess suitability for the role

• Supporting non-native English-speaking colleagues with English checks and providing ad hoc support wherever needed

Ideal candidate

• Totally fluent English is a must, and additional language skill (Japanese/German/Dutch) would be highly beneficial
• Degree holder or equivalent
• Some previous experience within a sales / account management / customer service environment would be highly preferred
• Professional exposure to Japanese business culture would be great as you will be liaising with Japanese clients and candidates on occasion
• An analytical & forward thinker, enthusiastic, and "can-do" attitude
• A friendly & thoughtful individual with strong communication skills

• Experience with Japanese culture is desirable (most of your colleagues will be Japanese)
• In time this role will take on a more technical focus so a degree in IT or a natural affinity with IT would be highly preferred

COMPENSATION

Basic: Start from £23K, depending on experience + commission + profit share

• 1st year OTE = £28 - 31k +
• 2nd year + OTE = £32 - 38k +

Benefit: Flexible allowance (Medical, Gym, Dental, Massage etc)
Location: City, London (near Bank / Mansion House)
Working hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00-18:00 (Hybrid working style will be applicable after probation)

Visa: We won't be able to provide visa support, we can accept application only people who are eligible working in the UK permanently.