Recruitment Consultant (German Speaking)

Optimus Life Sciences
Slough, England
11 months ago
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Shaping the Life Sciences Industry, One Placement at a Time


At Optimus Search, we specialise in Life Sciences recruitment across Europe. We connect top-tier Life Science talent with innovative and exciting businesses across the continent.

Our market is constantly evolving—so are we. From our early days in mobile recruitment, we’ve grown into a market leader across five core Life Sciences divisions:


  • Automation
  • Engineering & CAPEX
  • Manufacturing, Bioprocess & Supply
  • Quality, Regulatory & Scientific
  • Biometrics


We’re currently hiringGerman-speaking Trainee Recruitment Consultantsto join our growing team. We’ve heavily invested in our award-winning Learning & Development programme—with plans to expand it by 40% this year alone! If you’re looking to join a company that prioritises progression and personal growth, this is the opportunity for you.

Training is led by our in-house Learning & Development Director, ensuring you receive tailored, hands-on support at every stage of your recruitment career.


The Role:


No prior experience is required, but we’re looking for individuals who are:

  • Driven, energetic, and ambitious
  • Motivated by targets and the thrill of sales
  • Proactive problem-solvers who think on their feet
  • Competitive and resilient
  • Outgoing and personable—ready to thrive in a sociable, fast-paced environment


Key Responsibilities:


  • Making sales calls to existing and prospective clients to promote Optimus Search
  • Attending client meetings and negotiating rates
  • Writing job adverts and creating engaging social media content
  • Sourcing and headhunting candidates with specialist skills
  • Coordinating interviews and managing the offer process
  • Building and maintaining strong, long-term relationships with clients and candidates


What We Offer:


  • Competitive base salary with industry-leading commission
  • Realistic first-year earnings of £45,000
  • High performers earn £230,000+
  • First-class training with minimal classroom time and maximum practical learning
  • Monthly Lunch Clubs at Michelin-starred restaurants for all target-hitters—regardless of experience level
  • Annual incentive trips to destinations like Ibiza, Las Vegas, and Morzine
  • Quarterly and annual prizes and performance rewards
  • Weekly perks including Dress-Down Fridays, early Friday finishes, and a fully-stocked office bar to unwind with your team

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