Recruitment Apprenticeship – Earn While You Learn
Are you ambitious, competitive, and eager to be rewarded for your success? Archer is offering a unique opportunity to launch your career in agency recruitment – with full training, real-world experience, and a fully funded Level 8 Honours Degree, all while earning a salary and commission.
This isn’t just a job – it’s a structured 3-year apprenticeship programme that blends academic study with hands-on recruitment experience. You’ll develop practical skills in a high-performance, results-driven environment where your growth and earnings are directly tied to your achievements.
What You’ll Do
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Work in a dynamic, fast-paced IT recruitment agency
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Deliver top tech talent to leading companies across Ireland
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Own the full recruitment cycle – from sourcing and interviewing to placing candidates
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Build and manage long-term relationships with clients and candidates
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Benefit from expert mentorship and coaching from senior consultants
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Enjoy uncapped commission – your earnings grow with your performance
Programme Structure – How It Works
This is Ireland’s first of its kind Recruitment Apprenticeship:
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Duration: 3 years
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Qualification: BA (Honours) in Recruitment Practice, awarded by the National College of Ireland (NCI)
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Format: Work at Archer 4 days/week, attend NCI 1 day/week
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Fees: 100% funded – no tuition costs
You’ll graduate with a recognised Level 8 degree and 3 years of professional experience in a high-impact, client-facing role.
Why Join Archer?
At Archer, we specialise in IT recruitment and are known for our high standards, supportive culture, and real opportunities for career progression. We offer:
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A performance-driven culture that rewards success
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Uncapped commission – no limit to what you can earn
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A collaborative, expert team focused on development and results
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A clearly defined career path with promotions based on performance
Who We’re Looking For
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Leaving Certificate or equivalent
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Ideally 1+ year of work experience (any industry)
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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Resilient, goal-oriented, and thrives under pressure
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Highly motivated, competitive, and driven by achievement
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Must hold an EU passport or Stamp 4 visa
Ready to kickstart your career in recruitment?
Contact Saoirse Lawton at saoirse.lawton@archer.ie or call +353 (0)1 649 8517 to learn more.