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Job Title: Sales Consultant (Cold Desk - Permanent Recruitment)
Location: Hybrid / Office-based Werst Drayton
Salary: £35 - £40,000 basic + 35% uncapped commission
Company: Permstop Ltd
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
About Permstop Ltd
Permstop is a newly established permanent recruitment agency, launched by the founders of AVTAV Ltd - a business with a strong industry reputation and proven track record in recruitment excellence. Backed by deep sector experience, Permstop brings a fresh, high-impact approach to permanent hiring across the UK and US, with a growing presence in key sectors including construction, engineering, IT, logistics, finance, customer service, and more.
We're not just another startup - we're a business born out of long-standing industry relationships, operational expertise, and a vision to reshape permanent recruitment with a sharp, ethical, and consultative model.
The Role
We're looking for a driven, commercially minded, experienced, sales focused 360 Sales Consultant to launch and grow a cold desk within our business. You'll play a hands-on role in identifying new clients, winning business, and delivering top-quality recruitment solutions - with the autonomy to shape your desk, help grow and build the business and earn industry-leading commission.
This is an opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment, is confident at driving sales and winning business, and wants the freedom to build something of their own - with the full support, brand backing, and infrastructure of an experienced leadership team.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify, target, and develop new business opportunities across key sectors
- Build long-term client relationships through proactive outreach and solution-led selling
- Manage the full 360 recruitment cycle (business development, resourcing, placement)
- Write and post compelling job adverts to attract talent
- Interview and assess candidates to ensure quality and suitability
- Negotiate fees and terms with clients professionally and confidently
- Maintain accurate records on CRM and hit agreed KPIs and revenue targets
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience in recruitment or B2B sales (minimum 12 months)
- Strong new business development skills and confidence building a cold desk
- Tenacious, self-motivated, and target-driven mindset
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- A team player who also thrives independently
- High levels of integrity and professionalism
- Knowledge of permanent recruitment across any sector is a bonus
What You'll Get
- £35 - £40,000 basic salary
- 35% uncapped commission on all sales
- Flexible/hybrid working options (depending on location)
- Support from a founder-led, experienced, and fast-growing business
- Career progression and the chance to shape your own desk and future team
- Access to best-in-class systems, tools, and marketing support
- A modern, values-led environment with no micromanagement
How to Apply
If you're ambitious, entrepreneurial, and excited by the idea of building something great with the support of a high-performing team - we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or reach out for a confidential conversation.
