Recruitment Consultant

Recruitment ConsultantNational & International Focus within IT£28,000-£40,000 DOEUncapped commission Overview Are you an experienced IT Recruitment Consultant looking for a new challenge with a global impact? We are partnering with a high-growth recruitment business that champions autonomy, innovation, and inclusion. Specialising in the IT industry, you will focus on sourcing, placing, and retaining senior technical professionals across the UK and international markets. If you’re ready to thrive in a flexible and rewarding environment that encourages career progression and personal growth, this is the perfect opportunity for you!Responsibilities

• Develop and own your recruitment desk within the IT sector, covering both UK and OR international markets.
• Build and maintain client relationships across areas such as applications, data, development, DevOps, information security, infrastructure & cloud, AI and project management.
• Conduct end-to-end recruitment activities, including market mapping, candidate sourcing, screening, short-listing, offer negotiation, onboarding, and retention strategies.
• Drive business development to identify and secure new opportunities in untapped territories or verticals.
• Partner with hiring managers and senior stakeholders to understand recruitment needs and deliver exceptional service.
• Stay informed about trends in technology, global talent flow, salary benchmarks, and other market insights to guide your recruitment approach.
• Collaborate with internal teams such as marketing, research, and operations to enhance your desk's performance.
• Proactively monitor and report on your desk’s activity, performance, and sales metrics, while planning to consistently exceed targets.

Qualifications

• Proven experience (minimum 12months) as an IT Recruitment Consultant, with expertise in UK and/or international markets.
• Demonstrable success in filling complex and high-demand technical roles (e.g., data, development, DevOps, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, etc.).
• Strong business development skills with the ability to identify and convert opportunities in new markets or verticals.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, comfortable working with high-value clients and global talent pools.
• Self-motivated, innovative, and able to work autonomously while thriving in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of global talent acquisition trends and the flexibility to engage with clients across different time zones or travel when required.

Day-to-Day

• Strategically source and engage with top-tier IT professionals to meet client needs.
• Maintain and expand a portfolio of clients, nurturing relationships through consistent communication and support.
• Build detailed market maps to identify potential talent pipelines and new areas of expansion.
• Conduct interviews and candidate assessments to ensure the right fit for all stakeholders.
• Negotiate offers and lead the onboarding process to ensure a smooth transition for candidates into new roles.
• Review performance data, pipeline forecasts, and market trends to optimise business approaches and achieve team and individual goals.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure access to the tools, insights, and marketing resources necessary to succeed.
• Actively contribute to a positive, supportive team culture, while building your personal brand within the organisation.

What They Offer

• Competitive base salary complemented by an uncapped, no-threshold commission structure.
• A flexible hybrid work model, including flexible hours and early Friday finishes, to support work-life balance.
• Substantial professional development opportunities, including mentoring, training, and access to comprehensive L&D programmes.
• Clear and structured career progression pathways, ranging from leadership roles to regional-focused responsibilities.
• A diverse and inclusive workplace culture with frequent social events, team-building activities, and recognition for achievements.
• A global reach with opportunities to work on exciting projects across multiple territories, including the UK, Europe, and the Americas.

If this sounds like your next career move, we’d love to hear from you! Start your journey today and become part of a supportive, forward-thinking recruitment business committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.* Wisdom Recruitment acting as an employment agency with regard to this vacancy. As a Rec 2 Rec, Wisdom Recruitment works extensively across London, Surrey, Sussex, Essex, Dorset, Kent, and Hampshire. If this role does not suit your requirements and you are an experienced Recruiter or Resourcer, please feel free to forward your CV to the team at Wisdom to hear about our other vacancies or connect with us on LinkedIn. Wisdom are experts in Recruitment to Recruitment - follow us on Twitter (@wisdom_rec), like us on Facebook (Wisdom Rec2Rec) or follow us on LinkedIn to see all our latest vacancy updates. Wisdom specialises in placing Graduates, Trainee Recruitment Consultants, Senior Recruitment Consultants, Branch Managers, Team Leaders, Senior Managers, Managing Consultants, Principle Consultants, Associate Directors, In-house Recruitment Consultants and Recruitment Managers.