Graduate Researcher (Recruitment)

Graduate Researcher (Recruitment)

• St Albans - The Maltings
• £26,800+ commission and amazing benefits
• Starting Summer 2026

Understanding Recruitment is an award-winning technology, software and digital recruitment consultancy based in St Albans. We're in an exciting period of growth and are looking for ambitious graduates to join our high-performing teams.

As a Graduate Researcher, you'll join a structured training programme designed to set you up for success from day one. You'll be supported by our in-house Learning & Development team, external industry experts, and experienced consultants who will mentor you throughout your journey.

Responsibilities

• You'll work closely with an established client base, helping to source top tech talent across specialist markets.
• This is a fast-paced, people-focused role where you'll develop skills in relationship building, candidate management, and delivery, while making a real impact on growing businesses.

Required Skills

• Motivated, resilient and eager to build a long-term career.
• Strong communication skills and confidence interacting with people.
• Any background in sales, customer service, hospitality or similar environments is a plus.

Salary: £26,800 + OTE + excellent benefits

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary and uncapped commission structure
• Unlimited holiday
• Fitness First gym membership
• Michelin star lunches
• International incentive trips
• Clear development and progression routes
• Flexible working options
• Regular team and company socials
• A supportive, high-performance team culture

We are also an employee-owned business, meaning our people hold a majority share in the company. This gives you the opportunity to benefit directly from the long-term success and growth of the business. This includes:

• A real stake in the company's future
• Profit-sharing opportunities as the business grows
• Long-term financial reward linked to performance and tenure
• A culture built around ownership and collaboration

If you're looking for a career where hard work is rewarded and progression is genuinely achievable, apply with your CV for immediate consideration.