Principal Recruitment Consultant

About the Role

Our client seeks a highly accomplished Principal Recruitment Consultant to lead key client accounts and drive strategic recruitment initiatives from their vibrant Glasgow office. This senior role involves managing complex recruitment projects, mentoring junior consultants, and developing innovative sourcing strategies for challenging mandates. You will be instrumental in building and strengthening client relationships, ensuring the highest standards of service delivery and contributing to the overall growth and success of the consultancy. This is a leadership position for a seasoned professional.

Key Responsibilities

• Overseeing and managing end-to-end recruitment processes for critical client mandates, often at senior levels.
• Developing and implementing innovative sourcing strategies to attract top-tier talent in competitive markets.
• Mentoring and coaching junior recruitment consultants, fostering their professional development.
• Acting as a strategic advisor to clients, providing market intelligence and recruitment best practices.
• Managing key client relationships, ensuring exceptional service delivery and client satisfaction.
• Contributing to the development of new business opportunities and service offerings.

Requirements

• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in recruitment consultancy, with a strong track record in placing senior professionals.
• Proven ability to lead and manage complex, high-value recruitment assignments.
• Deep understanding of diverse sourcing methodologies and talent attraction strategies.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated experience in business development and client relationship management.
• Proficiency with advanced recruitment technologies and databases.

Benefits

• A highly attractive salary and a very competitive bonus structure reflecting the senior nature of the role.
• Opportunities to work with a prestigious client portfolio and handle challenging roles.
• Comprehensive professional development and leadership training programs.
• A dynamic and supportive team environment in a prime Glasgow location.
• Company car or travel allowance.
• Pension and private medical insurance.