Reed is the most recognised recruitment brand in the UK, with a rich history and reputation for improving lives through work, for over 60 years.  Delivering recruitment solutions with many household brands throughout the UK and globally, we find new jobs and careers for people from many different backgrounds across multiple business sectors.

We look for people who enjoy an inclusive and collaborative environment, who strive for performance and celebrate team success, in a rewarding career.

Pay Range

£27,500-£35,500 DOE (Sales Background) | £32,500-£39,500 DOE (Recruitment Experience) + Uncapped Commission

Job Description

Recruitment Consultant - Technology
Reed Edinburgh | Hybrid Working | £27,500-£35,500 DOE (Sales Background) | £32,500-£39,500 DOE (Recruitment Experience) + Uncapped Commission

Are you an experienced recruiter looking for greater earning potential, flexibility and career progression? Or are you a proven business development professional looking to build a rewarding career in recruitment?

Join Reed's Technology team in Edinburgh and grow your career with the support of one of the UK's most recognised recruitment brands.

What you'll be doing

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, building strong client and candidate relationships while growing your specialist technology market across Scotland.

• Key responsibilities:

• Developing new business and growing client accounts

• Building relationships with hiring managers and key decision-makers

• Sourcing, interviewing and placing candidates

• Negotiating terms and managing the recruitment process

• Driving revenue growth across your desk

Join Reed, reap the rewards

At Reed, we believe exceptional performance deserves exceptional rewards. Alongside a competitive salary and uncapped commission, you'll have access to a unique range of incentives and benefits designed to recognise your success and support your wellbeing.

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Uncapped commission structure

• Hybrid working

• Industry-leading learning and development

• Clear career progression opportunities

• Access to market-leading recruitment technology and tools

• Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional leave

Rewarding success

• Golden Ticket Incentive: Earn entry into prize draws featuring luxury holidays, premium experiences and major lifestyle rewards

• R1 Formula Reed: Access enhanced benefits and additional reward opportunities for high performance

• Thrive at Reed: Annual recognition programme rewarding top performers with unforgettable experiences

• High Achiever Events: Exclusive recognition events, VIP hospitality and memorable rewards

Supporting your lifestyle

• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

• 24/7 wellbeing, counselling and mental health support for you and your family

• Long-service rewards, including paid sabbaticals and financial recognition

• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, partner leave and fertility treatment support

• Personal development funding to help you pursue interests and skills outside of work

The opportunity

Join our growing Technology recruitment team in Edinburgh, where you'll have the autonomy to develop your market, build long-term client partnerships and maximise your earning potential in one of the UK's most dynamic technology markets.

Whether you're an experienced recruiter looking for your next challenge or a successful business development professional eager to move into recruitment, we'll provide the tools, training and support to help you succeed.

Who we're looking for

• Experienced recruiters from any sector background

• Proven business development or sales professionals looking to transition into recruitment

• Individuals with strong commercial and relationship-building skills

• Ambitious, results-driven professionals who enjoy working towards targets

• Excellent communicators with strong negotiation and influencing skills

Previous technology recruitment experience is not required. We value transferable skills and will provide the training and support needed to build a successful career within one of the UK's largest Technology recruitment businesses.

Ready for your next move?

Join a market-leading recruitment brand that combines entrepreneurial freedom with genuine career progression.

Apply today for a confidential conversation about your next career move.

Feel what it’s like to truly belong…
All job offers are subject to satisfactory references and compliance with vetting requirements applicable to the job role. Reed is an equal opportunities employer.  We aim to ensure that no candidate or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity.  We are a Mindful Employer and offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria. As a proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, we welcome applications from ex-services personnel, reservists and cadets and offer a guaranteed interview for applicants who meet the minimum criteria.