At a Glance
- Tasks: Build relationships, source candidates, and drive business growth in education recruitment.
- Company: Milk Education, a fast-growing, independent recruitment agency with a people-first approach.
- Benefits: Competitive commission, 23 days holiday, and clear progression pathways.
- Other info: Join a passionate team and contribute to meaningful initiatives like Make Life Kind charity.
- Why this job: Make your mark in a thriving market and grow your own desk from the ground up.
- Qualifications: Experience in education recruitment and strong relationship-building skills.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Principal Recruitment Consultant – Education Milk Education – Leeds Are you an experienced education recruiter in Leeds who’s starting to feel a little stuck, or just ready for something more exciting?
Looking for a role where you can genuinely make your mark, grow a thriving desk, and be part of a business that’s going places?
If so — this could be exactly what you’ve been waiting for.
Why Milk Education?
We’re continuing to grow our high‑performing Leeds team and are now looking for an experienced consultant to take ownership of a desk with huge potential.
This is a genuine opportunity to build something from the ground up, developing strong relationships with schools and candidates, driving real growth, and becoming a key player in a fast‑moving, high‑energy market.
Milk Education is a proudly independent education recruitment agency with a fresh, people‑first approach.
In just four years, we’ve grown from 4 to 9 offices nationwide — including our newest locations in Guildford and Nottingham, and we’re only just getting started.
We’re passionate about what we do, and we’re more than just a recruitment agency.
We’re proud founders of the Make Life Kind charity and Unbottled by Milk , and we invest heavily in the growth, wellbeing, and success of our people.
The Role As a Principal Consultant, you’ll step into a full 360° role with clear progression from day one.
Whether your ambition is leadership or becoming a top biller, we’ll give you the tools, support, and environment to make it happen.
You’ll be responsible for: Building and managing strong relationships with schools and clients Sourcing, interviewing, and placing high-quality education professionals Driving business development and growing your market presence Managing the full recruitment lifecycle end‑to‑end Playing a key role in expanding our division across Leeds What We Offer Competitive commission structure with big biller rewards Clear and achievable progression pathways 23 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday
Wanted: Principal Recruitment Consultant – Education employer: Milk Education
Milk Education is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its employees, offering a vibrant work culture in the heart of Liverpool. With significant progression pathways, generous incentives, and a supportive environment, we empower our team to thrive in their careers while enjoying a healthy work-life balance with 23 days off annually plus bank holidays.
