Recruitment Consultant

IT Recruitment Consultant
Location: Central London (hybrid working options available)
Salary: Competitive base salary uncapped commission (OTE £50k in year 1, depending on experience)
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
About Us:
We are a boutique recruitment agency based in the heart of London, specialising in placing top IT talent with innovative companies across the UK. As a small, dynamic team, we pride ourselves on building long-term relationships with clients and candidates, delivering personalised service, and achieving outstanding results in a fast-paced market. We're growing steadily and looking for an experienced consultant to join us and make an immediate impact.
The Role
This is a full 360-degree recruitment position where you'll manage the end-to- end process: from winning new business and developing client relationships to sourcing, resourcing, and placing high-calibre IT professionals.
Key responsibilities include:
- Proactively identifying and winning new clients through business development activities (cold calling, networking, LinkedIn outreach, and attending industry events).
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with existing clients to understand their hiring needs and secure repeat business.
- Managing the full recruitment lifecycle: writing job adverts, sourcing candidates via job boards, databases, social media, and headhunting.
- Screening, interviewing, and qualifying candidates to ensure the best fit for client requirements.
- Negotiating offers, managing the placement process, and providing ongoing support to both clients and candidates.
- Achieving and exceeding personal billing targets while contributing to team growth.
About You
We're seeking a driven and results-oriented individual with a proven background in recruitment.
Essential requirements:
- Minimum of 2 years' experience in recruitment, ideally within the IT/tech sector (e.g., software development, cybersecurity, data, cloud, or infrastructure roles).
- Demonstrable track record in resourcing/top talent sourcing and business development (winning new clients and generating revenue).
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport quickly.
- Ambitious, resilient, and target-driven mindset – thriving in a commission- based environment.
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple roles simultaneously.
Desirable:
- Experience in contract or permanent IT placements. - Existing network within the UK IT market.
What We Offer:
- Uncapped commission structure with high earning potential.
- Supportive, collaborative team environment in a small agency (no micro management, more autonomy).
- Opportunities for rapid progression as the agency grows.
- Hybrid working (3-4 days in the office).
- Regular incentives, team socials, and a focus on work-life balance.
If you're an experienced recruiter looking to join a growing boutique agency where your contributions directly drive success, we'd love to hear from you. Apply with your CV and a brief note on your key achievements in resourcing and business development.