Trainee Recruitment Consultant

1. Fully Traning Provided
2. Established mapped out recruitment desk
3. Build Something Meaningful

Trainee Recruitment Consultant Position

Location: Melbourne CBD (Onsite)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Reporting To: Managing Director, Tavis Shearer

About TRS Resourcing: TRS Resourcing is a rapidly growing recruitment specialist, established in 2017, with a focus on connecting exceptional talent with opportunities. What began as a single-desk operation in Carlton has expanded to Melbourne and Sydney, delivering high-quality resourcing solutions across various industries.

Our success is built on our core values of honesty, integrity, professionalism, personal service, and hard work. We leverage market-leading technology and ongoing development to ensure outstanding outcomes for both clients and candidates. At TRS, every team member embodies these values as we scale and evolve.

The Opportunity We are seeking a motivated Trainee Recruitment Consultant to join our Melbourne CBD team. This role is ideal for someone with client-facing experience who thrives in a fast-paced, target-driven environment and is eager to build a rewarding career in recruitment.You will work closely with our Managing Director, Tavis Shearer, who brings over 25 years of recruitment expertise. You’ll be given structured training, real responsibility, and the opportunity to build and grow your own recruitment desk.

Key Responsibilities

1. Source, screen, and shortlist candidates for client roles
2. Develop and grow a portfolio of clients
3. Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from sourcing to placement
4. Utilise digital sourcing, social media, networking, and CRM tools to identify talent
5. Provide consistent and professional service to both candidates and clients
6. Maintain accurate records and manage candidate pipelines
7. Deliver feedback and aftercare throughout the recruitment process

Who We Are Looking For To succeed in this role, you will be:

1. Resilient, self-motivated, and target-driven
2. Confident in building relationships and presenting to stakeholders
3. Organised and accountable under pressure
4. Eager to learn and grow within a high-performing team

We welcome applicants from diverse client-facing backgrounds, including sales, agency, hospitality, travel, and customer service. Prior recruitment experience is not required; drive, aptitude, and a growth mindset are.

Training & Support You’ll receive:

1. A comprehensive 13-week foundational training program
2. Ongoing mentoring and coaching from senior leadership
3. Access to our internal branding and social media support team
4. Use of JobAdder CRM and digital onboarding tools
5. RCSA-aligned training and certification pathways

What We Offer

1. Competitive base salary plus performance-based commission
2. Superannuation paid on base and commission
3. Apple / iMac equipment (if required)
4. 5 weeks of annual leave
5. Fast career progression with ownership of your desk
6. Exposure to a range of industry sectors and client types
7. A supportive, values-driven culture where your contribution matters

How to Apply: Please submit your resume outlining:

1. Why are you interested in this role
2. How your skills and experience will contribute to your success

We strongly encourage applications from female, Aboriginal, and Torres Strait Islander candidates. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and values-driven team.

At TRS Resourcing, you will always know when a position is open — we operate with transparency and integrity.

Join Us. Grow With Us. Build Something Meaningful.

Tavis Shearer

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