Junior Recruiter (English Speaking) – Cologne
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Junior Recruiter (English Speaking) – Cologne
Junior Recruitment Consultant - Cologne
g2 Recruitment GmbH is launching its Cologne office, and we're looking for ambitious individuals to help shape its future. Located in the heart of Cologne, our new office offers the opportunity to build your career in recruitment while contributing to the growth of a high-performing team. We specialise in placing skilled Engineers and Developers across Germany and Europe in sectors such as Industrial Automation and Machinery Automation.
As part of the G2V Group, an award-winning international staffing specialist with over 20 offices across the UK, EU, and USA, you'll be joining a business with global reach and a strong commitment to developing talent.
Why Join Us in Cologne?
The Cologne office will be led by Lewis Pettitt, one of g2's top-performing consultants. After playing a key role in the success of our Munich office, Lewis is now spearheading this new venture, proof of the rapid career progression and leadership opportunities available at g2.
Your Role
- Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for both clients and candidates: from taking job briefings to delivering interview feedback
- Use a variety of business development techniques to identify and approach new clients with tailored recruitment solutions
- Identify and qualify candidates to present to clients across the DACH region
- Build long-term relationships with clients and candidates in your specialist vertical market
- Collaborate with colleagues to share market insights and support team goals
- Work within established sectors such as Industrial Automation and Machinery Automation, while also identifying new market opportunities
What We Offer
- Competitive starting salary: €34,000 (no degree), €35,000 (Bachelor's), €37,000 (Bachelor's + B2-level German)
- Uncapped commission structure with realistic earnings: Year 1: €50K-€55K, Year 2: €70K-€80K, Year 3: €90K-€100K
- Comprehensive training: onboarding programme, open office environment to encourage social learning, classroom training, deskside coaching & 1-on-1 sessions
- Clear career progression: promotions based only on merit, from Junior Consultant to Team Leader and beyond
- Weekly & monthly business reviews for continuous development
- Culture beyond earning opportunities: monthly team socials, lunch clubs, additional incentives & genuine friendships created between consultants
Who We're Looking For
- Fluent English speaker (essential, our Cologne office operates in English)
- German language skills are a plus, but not essential
- Must possess the right to work in Germany (g2 Recruitment are not able to provide VISA sponsorship for non-EU citizens)
- Based in Cologne or planning to relocate (within 40 minutes of Apostel-Viertel)
- Strong communicator with a proactive, sales-oriented mindset
- Driven by goals, personal growth, and success
- Resilient, ambitious, and eager to learn
Be Part of Our Next Chapter
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a big impact in one of Germany's most dynamic cities, we'd love to hear from you.
Also hiring in: Munich, Bristol, Nottingham, Manchester, London, Birmingham, Cardiff
g2 Recruitment are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships or any other characteristic protected by law.