Graduate & Trainee Scheme at MRA Search

Are you hoping to become a trainee recruitment consultant? Come and join MRA Search!

At MRA Search, we offer a well-rounded and unique training experience. We have built an environment that looks after your professional development, but also you as a human being. We are a workplace defined by our strong work ethic, whilst also being a fun, inclusive and collaborative environment, where we celebrate each other’s successes.

Our training program is tailored by the individual teams at MRA Search. Each program is conducted by our own internal recruitment experts. They are some of the very best in the sector and collectively have decades of experience for you to learn from.

During your training, we will take the time to get to know you and your strengths, to give you the knowledge and experience for the best start to a successful career in legal recruitment. This begins with learning the fundamental components of the role, such as how to headhunt and sell, whilst also developing your knowledge of the legal market. You will see the full life cycle of the recruitment process, which will give you a wealth of experience very quickly. We encourage our trainees to take on responsibility and to be involved in the process, to offer you the best exposure and tools for learning. This process will allow you to grow and develop with the business. You will have the opportunity to become a market expert in several practice areas and to become an established leader in your field.

Our investment in people is our blueprint for building the future for the next generation of recruitment consultants so that we can all enjoy the continual growth and success we have experienced to date. We are wholly owned by our employees and some of our previous graduates are already shareholders in the company. You will become a key player in the MRA Search family.

What you will learn

Market mapping: how to scope out a talent pool
CV and interview prep: how to help candidates structure their CV for maximum impact and how to help them prepare for interviews
Headhunting: from how and where to find candidates, to developing the confidence to calling and speaking to people on the phone
Understanding of the legal sector: learn about the structure of the legal market, including the key players and what all of the practice areas are
Pitching: learn how to pitch opportunities to candidates and gain an understanding of what is required when pitching to clients
Business development: how to identify new clients and what channels are
available to contact and develop them
Attend briefings: Speak to hiring Partners to hear about what they are looking for and how they plan on growing

So, what should you expect if you join us?

An environment that values character and determination. That encourages continual improvement, that expects you to aim for the highest possible standards and for you to keep raising them.

Our culture is both extremely demanding and supportive. All we ask from you is your commitment and your willingness to listen and learn. You will be given time and encouragement to grow and develop and you will benefit from a leadership group that prioritises the collective over the individual.

During 2020, MRA Search did not make a single redundancy or furlough a single member of staff. The whole company rallied around each other, worked extraordinarily hard and perfectly demonstrated the virtues of self-sacrifice and commitment to the greater good that we believe in.

The company will continue to empower its most important asset – its people – by giving them a stake in its future. Our journey began 14 years ago. It is far from finished. If you believe you have the ambition, drive and commitment to success that we are looking for, we want to hear from you.

Keep an eye out for any graduate or trainee recruitment jobs here.

What really stands out about MRA is the culture, which has been evident throughout my time here. MRA provides for a supportive and friendly environment, where those who are driven and ambitious can build a long-standing and successful career in recruitment. It is a truly rewarding place to work.

Amanda Simpson

Senior Consultant at MRA Search, London

I joined MRA after meeting Warren and Paul. I was immediately impressed by their vision for the company, their work ethic and how humble they both were. They had clear goals for the company and for me as an individual. After 11 years at MRA, I am glad to say these goals have been reached and surpassed.

Kate Spillane

Senior Consultant at MRA Search, London

I joined MRA as a graduate in August 2021. Having recently been promoted to consultant, it has been a fantastic year working in a supportive, collaborative environment. Working with highly talented individuals and with MRA’s hard-working values, MRA has given me the platform to be a successful recruiter. It’s a great culture where hard-working individuals are truly rewarded. There is also an excellent social side to MRA. Every Friday after work we have drinks in the office which is a great way to spend time with colleagues you don’t often see.

Tom Brall

Consultant at MRA Search, In-house

With its excellent and personalized training, MRA search has given me all the tools to start my career in recruitment. Their unique vision of recruitment, based on excellence and a strong work ethic has offered me the best environment to develop my skills and obtain the best results possible. The collaborative and welcoming atmosphere makes MRA Search the best place to start and evolve as a recruiter.

Marie Levrier

Trainee Consultant at MRA Search, Europe

MRA stood out to me because of the unparalleled support I receive as a novice in the recruitment industry. MRA cultivates an environment where you are constantly able to improve your skillset as you are around senior consultants who will go above and beyond to ensure you reach your full potential. The opportunities to progress are endless provided you have the work ethic to match. I am privileged to be working around such supportive and hardworking colleagues regardless of seniority.

Abhinav Bejoy

Trainee Consultant at MRA Search, London

How can we help ?

We have a dedicated team ready to work with you to find the best solution for your recruitment needs.

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