Senior / Principal Recruitment Consultant (AI, Data & Software) / Founding Team x2
Salary:
Highly competitive (depending on experience) + Commission + Equity/Share Options + Additional Bonus + Attractive Benefits Package
Location:
UK Remote (occasional meetings at our office in Poole)
About Connect-AI:
Connect-AI is the new division of Connect Group, launching in January 2026, specialising in recruitment for AI, Data, and Software roles across the UK and Europe. We focus on connecting high-growth tech companies, scale-ups, and startups with top-tier talent in AI, machine learning, data engineering, software development, and associated roles.
As a Senior Consultant, you will play a critical role in building this division from the ground up, shaping its presence in the market, and helping scale teams in fast-moving, cutting-edge technology sectors.
Why Join Connect-AI:
- Be part of a brand-new division in a fast-growing, technology-focused recruitment group.
- A friendly, collaborative, and professional environment with a market-leading commission and salary structure.
- Access to top-tier tools and platforms: LinkedIn Recruiter, specialist job boards, and proprietary sourcing methods.
- Career progression: clear paths to leadership, directorship, and equity ownership opportunities.
- Flexible working: hybrid, remote options for the right experience.
- Perks & benefits: early finishes on Fridays, generous leave, private health insurance, training, mentoring programs, gym memberships, and more
What You’ll Do:
- Lead full lifecycle recruitment for AI, Data, and Software roles across startups, scale-ups, and high-growth tech businesses in the UK and Europe.
- Build and maintain client relationships, understanding their hiring needs and acting as a trusted recruitment partner.
- Proactively source, engage, and manage high-calibre candidates, leveraging your network and cutting-edge recruitment tools.
- Business development efforts, expanding the client base and opening new market opportunities.
About You:
- Proven experience in tech recruitment, ideally specialising in AI, Data, Software, or scale-ups.
- Strong business development skills with a track record of winning and growing client accounts.
- Self-motivated, proactive, and results-driven with a growth-focused mindset.
- Passionate about technology, AI, and data-driven innovation.
- Early finish Fridays (2:30 pm) and flexible working options.
- Up to 20% commission on everything
- 24 days holiday + birthday off + bank holidays.
- Up to an additional 8 holiday days per year
- 2 weeks working from anywhere
- Additional Bonus: Up to £2k in December.
- Employee Share Scheme: Equity opportunities in Connect-AI.
- Advanced Training Programme: realistic earning potential of £2k–£8k/month in commission for new starters.
- Flexible perks: private health insurance, gym, entertainment, mentoring, and more.
- Regular team activities, leadership development, and a supportive environment.
- Enhanced maternity and paternity cover
Why Join Now?
Timing is everything.
You'll be joining at the beginning of our journey — not years down the line.
Instead of inheriting an established desk, you'll help build one.
Instead of being recruiter number 100, you'll be one of our founding consultants , helping shape the culture, direction and future of Connect-AI as we continue to grow across the UK, Europe and the US.
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Principal Recruitment Consultant in London employer: Connect-AI
Connect-AI in Warminster is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation meets purpose. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, team members are encouraged to enhance their skills while contributing to mission-critical projects that impact defense and public safety. The hybrid work model promotes a healthy work-life balance, making it an attractive place for talented engineers looking to make a meaningful difference.
