Recruitment Consultant (German Speaking) (London Area)

Shaping the Life Sciences Industry, One Placement at a Time

At Optimus Search, we specialise in Life Sciences recruitment across Europe. We connect top-tier Life Science talent with innovative and exciting businesses across the continent.

Our market is constantly evolving—so are we. From our early days in mobile recruitment, we’ve grown into a market leader across five core Life Sciences divisions:

• Automation
• Engineering & CAPEX
• Manufacturing, Bioprocess & Supply
• Quality, Regulatory & Scientific
• Biometrics

We’re currently hiring German-speaking Trainee Recruitment Consultants to join our growing team. We’ve heavily invested in our award-winning Learning & Development programme—with plans to expand it by 40% this year alone! If you’re looking to join a company that prioritises progression and personal growth, this is the opportunity for you.

Training is led by our in-house Learning & Development Director, ensuring you receive tailored, hands-on support at every stage of your recruitment career.

The Role:

No prior experience is required, but we’re looking for individuals who are:

• Driven, energetic, and ambitious
• Motivated by targets and the thrill of sales
• Proactive problem-solvers who think on their feet
• Competitive and resilient
• Outgoing and personable—ready to thrive in a sociable, fast-paced environment

Key Responsibilities:

• Making sales calls to existing and prospective clients to promote Optimus Search
• Attending client meetings and negotiating rates
• Writing job adverts and creating engaging social media content
• Sourcing and headhunting candidates with specialist skills
• Coordinating interviews and managing the offer process
• Building and maintaining strong, long-term relationships with clients and candidates

What We Offer:

• Competitive base salary with industry-leading commission
• Realistic first-year earnings of £45,000
• High performers earn £230,000+
• First-class training with minimal classroom time and maximum practical learning
• Monthly Lunch Clubs at Michelin-starred restaurants for all target-hitters—regardless of experience level
• Annual incentive trips to destinations like Ibiza, Las Vegas, and Morzine
• Quarterly and annual prizes and performance rewards
• Weekly perks including Dress-Down Fridays, early Friday finishes, and a fully-stocked office bar to unwind with your team