Trainee Recruitment Consultant

Castle Employment Group is recruiting for a Trainee Recruitment Consultant to join our established team in Scarborough. As a long-standing, Yorkshire-based recruitment business, Castle partners with leading employers across engineering and manufacturing, delivering a consultative, relationship-led approach.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and high-performing environment where you will receive structured training from day one, clear career progression, and the opportunity to build a long-term career in recruitment. Whether you are early in your career or looking to transition from sales, customer service, or administration, Castle provides the platform, training, and support to help you succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and engage candidates using LinkedIn, job boards, and Castle’s internal CRM

• Conduct candidate screening calls, interviews, and suitability assessments

• Write and advertise job vacancies across CV Library, Indeed, and other platforms

• Build strong relationships with candidates, providing guidance and support throughout the recruitment process

• Support Recruitment Consultants with shortlisting, interview coordination, and candidate management

• Maintain accurate records and activity within the recruitment CRM system

• Deliver a professional, consultative candidate experience aligned with Castle’s values

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Strong communication skills with confidence building relationships over the phone and in person

• Motivated, ambitious, and eager to develop a career in recruitment

• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities

• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and learning new systems

• Previous experience in customer service, sales, administration, or a target-driven environment would be beneficial

Benefits

• Day 1 benefits including CSR Day and flexible working options

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, and your birthday off

• Continuous professional development and structured career progression

• Supportive, team-focused environment with hands-on training

• Opportunity to build a long-term career within an established Yorkshire business

Location & Travel

This role is based in Scarborough and is easily commutable from Malton, Filey, Bridlington, Pickering, and Whitby. The office is centrally located with good transport links and nearby parking.

Call to Action

If you are looking to start your career in recruitment with a business that invests in your development and long-term success, click the ‘apply’ button today to submit your CV. Alternatively, contact Castle Employment Group for a confidential discussion about the opportunity.