Associate Director, Software Engineering Recruitment

Associate Director, Software Engineering Recruitment

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Base pay range

Recruitment Associate Director – Technology – London – £70-90k Base

Please note we have already received a high number of applications; however less than 20% have recent relevant experience. If you see yourself as a suitable candidate, please do not be put off by application numbers.

What’s the Role?

• Focus on working with venture capital, private equity, and growth equity clients, alongside some corporate tech clients.
• Deliver searches from mid-level to senior roles, typically Heads of, VPs, and leadership roles across Tech, Engineering, and Data.
• Mix of retained search and project-based work, with average fees ranging between £30k and £60k.
• Build and expand client relationships, focusing on new business in tech, data, and engineering sectors.

Why Join?

• Opportunity for Growth: Build out and shape the tech and data desk within a fast-growing business.
• Proven Market: Strong existing client base and track record, but plenty of room for growth and new client acquisition.
• Great Earning Potential: Expect to bill £350k+ annually, with comms going up to 38%
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid model—2 days in the office (Covent Garden) and 3 days remote.
• Supportive Team: Collaborative culture with experienced leadership and a focus on success.
• Solid Existing Team: 20 head count in London with a further handful of International Offices.

What They’re Looking For:

• Experience: 5–10 years in recruitment, with a background in contingent work and ideally some exposure to retained search.
• Skills: Proven ability to sell and win retained work, especially working with CTOs and senior leadership.
• Mindset: A driven, proactive individual who can win new business, expand accounts, and deliver strong results.
• Team Player: Comfortable collaborating with researchers and delivery consultants on projects.
• Benefits: Private Pension, private healthcare, events, and marketing support.
• Career Progression: Clear growth path and opportunities to expand into leadership roles.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Business Development, Sales, and Information Technology

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting

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