At a Glance
- Tasks: Own a specialist desk in the booming data centre market and manage the full recruitment process.
- Company: Join DataX Connect, a leader in the global data centre industry with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Earn a competitive salary plus uncapped commission, with clear progression pathways and ongoing development.
- Other info: Enjoy early Friday finishes, team socials, and paid travel opportunities across Europe and North America.
- Why this job: Be part of a fast-growing industry and make a real impact while building your personal brand.
- Qualifications: Experience in recruitment, strong relationship-building skills, and a full UK driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 42500 £ per year.
At DataX Connect, we're specialists in one thing: the global data centre industry. From hyperscale operators and developers to contractors, consultancies and technology providers, we partner with businesses shaping the digital infrastructure that powers the modern world. The data centre sector is experiencing unprecedented growth, driven by AI, cloud computing, digital transformation and global investment. It's one of the fastest-growing and most resilient markets in the world, creating huge opportunities for ambitious recruiters looking to build a long-term career.
As we continue to grow across Europe and North America, we're looking for a Senior Recruitment Consultant to join our team and help drive the next phase of our journey.
What You'll Be Doing
- Taking ownership of a specialist desk within the global data centre market, building on existing client relationships while developing new business opportunities.
- Managing the full 360 recruitment process, from business development and client engagement through to offer management and placement.
- Building trusted relationships with senior decision-makers across the industry.
- Developing your own niche, personal brand and market presence.
- Working closely with candidates and clients to deliver consultative recruitment solutions.
- Driving performance against clear targets while benefiting from uncapped commission and genuine career progression.
What You'll Get
- Realistic first-year OTE of £50,000–£100,000+.
- Uncapped commission with no limit on earnings.
- Clear progression pathways into Principal Consultant, Team Leadership, Management or specialist individual contributor routes.
- Ongoing investment in your development, including access to sales training, recruitment coaching and mindset support.
- Early Friday finishes.
- Regular team socials and incentives.
- Monthly wellbeing allowance.
- Paid travel opportunities across the UK, Europe and North America to meet clients and candidates face-to-face.
- The opportunity to work within a genuinely supportive, high-performance culture where people are encouraged to grow and succeed.
We'd Love To Hear From You If You Are
- An experienced Recruitment Consultant looking for greater ownership, progression and earning potential.
- Ambitious, competitive and motivated by personal growth and high performance.
- Skilled at building relationships and influencing people at all levels.
- Commercially minded and comfortable working in a target-driven environment.
- Interested in becoming a recognised expert within one of the world's fastest-growing industries.
- A holder of a full UK driving licence.
If you're looking for a market with global opportunity, genuine career progression and the chance to build something meaningful, DataX Connect could be the next step you've been looking for.
Ready To Take The Next Step? Apply today or contact Zara Smith for a confidential conversation about joining DataX Connect.
Work Location Hybrid in Southampton, Hampshire.
Senior Recruitment Consultant in Southampton employer: DataX Connect
At DataX Connect, we pride ourselves on being a leading employer in the rapidly expanding data centre industry, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters personal growth and high performance. With competitive salaries, uncapped commission, and clear pathways for career advancement, our Southampton location provides a supportive environment where ambitious recruiters can thrive while enjoying benefits like early Friday finishes and regular team socials. Join us to be part of a team that values your contributions and invests in your development as you build a meaningful career in a global market.
