Recruitment Consultant

Meritus Talent
Cardiff, Cymru / Wales, CF10 2AF, United Kingdom
4 days ago
£30,000 – £40,000 pa

Salary

£30,000 – £40,000 pa

Posted
16 Jun 2026 (4 days ago)

Meritus are recruiting for a Talent Consultant for our expanding team to support client growth and scalability within Aerospace, Defence & Space. We are looking at someone interested in the Electronics, Systems Engineering and Embedded Software world to join our team.

TALENT CONSULTANT - 360 RECRUITMENT - *OPEN TO B2B BD BACKGROUNDS * - £30,000 / £35,000 per annum - CARDIFF (HYBRID) - NATIONAL SECURITY TECHNOLOGY

Aerospace | Defence | Space

At Meritus, our mission is simple yet ambitious: to be the leading global supplier of elite professionals across the Aerospace, Defence, and Space industries. We partner with some of the largest brands and public-sector organisations across the UK, Western Europe, and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia-delivering world-class talent solutions that shape the future of advanced technology.

Why Join Meritus?

A Global Career Without Limits

As a Recruitment Consultant with Meritus, you'll operate on an international stage-working across multiple time zones, engaging with diverse cultures, and leveraging your language and communication skills to build lasting relationships. Your career growth is not confined by geography; with us, it expands globally.

Embedded Talent Partner

We don't just supply talent-we integrate with our clients' internal functions. You'll gain hands-on experience working alongside engineering and leadership teams across organisations driving some of the most significant technological advancements of the 21st century.

Growth From Within

Leaders aren't just attracted to Meritus-they're developed here. Whatever your level of ambition, we provide clear pathways for progression. Your career trajectory is firmly in your hands.

What You'll Do

  • Build and manage relationships with clients across the Aerospace, Defence, and Space sectors.
  • Source, attract, and secure high-calibre candidates for specialist technical and leadership roles.
  • Act as a trusted recruitment partner-becoming embedded within client teams and supporting their long-term hiring strategies.
  • Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, ensuring a seamless experience for clients and candidates.
  • Drive business development, expand your portfolio of global clients, and contribute to company growth.
  • Represent Meritus with professionalism and enthusiasm during client visits, industry events, and international travel.
  • Uphold the Meritus standard of excellence in everything you do.

What We Offer

Culture of Excellence & Reward

  • Company and team high-achiever trips
  • Monthly and quarterly team-building events
  • Industry-leading commission structure and competitive base salaries
  • Clear, self-directed progression pathways
  • Tailored training that supports personal and professional growth

Annual Rewards & Benefits

  • Annual company AGM with fully expensed afterparty
  • Fully expensed Christmas party and additional paid leave over Christmas
  • Up to £1,500 employee referral bonus
  • £1,000 per year in discounts and savings toward everyday expenditure

Wellbeing Focused

  • Access to a qualified professional health & wellbeing service
  • Boosted annual leave, including all bank holidays
  • Encouragement and support for continuous development
  • Your birthday off-on us

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