Principal Recruitment Consultant-White Collar Contract Desk

Principal Recruitment Consultant – White Collar Contract Desk

Sustainability, Infrastructure, Renewables, Natural Resources

Location: City of London

Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 OTE (Uncapped Commission – Earn up to 40% of Billings)

Working Pattern: 4-5 days in office, flexible hours, early 3pm finish on Fridays

Why Join Spencer Ogden?

We are the global leader in sustainability recruitment and our contract desk is expanding rapidly. If you are a top biller looking for uncapped earnings, leadership opportunities and high-value client deals, this is your platform.

• 70% of our leadership team progressed internally – Your path to Team Lead is clear.
• Work with premium clients and specialists across Sustainability, Infrastructure, Renewables and Natural Resources.
• Entrepreneurial culture – Autonomy, agility, and a flat hierarchy. No corporate bureaucracy!

The Role: Bill, Grow, Lead

As a Principal Consultant, you will be the go-to expert in white-collar contracting, driving revenue while shaping the future of our team.

• Own a high-performing desk– Build and manage key client accounts in contracting across Sustainability, Infrastructure, Renewables and Natural Resources.
• Mentor emerging talent – Share best practices and coach junior recruiters.
• Fast-track to leadership – Opportunity to build and lead a team within 12-18 months.
• Close high-value deals – Negotiate contracts, lead client pitches, and manage the full sales cycle.

We Are Looking For:

• 3-6+ years in agency recruitment, with a track record of billing £225K+ annually
• 2+ years Contract desk experience required
• Hunter mentality – Proven ability in business development and client acquisition.
• Sector knowledge: Sustainability, Infrastructure, Renewables, Natural Resources. If not, White collar and adjacent/technical markets required
• Leadership potential– You naturally mentor, motivate, and elevate those around you.

What We Offer:

• Uncapped commission (up to 40% of billings) – Top performers earn £100K+.
• Lifestyle incentives rewarding over performance – Previous winners have enjoyed trips to Montenegro, Morocco and South Africa
• Healthcare contribution and access to EAP from Day 1, Private Healthcare after 2 years
• Enhanced paid maternity/paternity leave (tenure-based)
• Pension scheme (4% employer contribution up to 50%)
• Access to a range of Benefit Hub discounts across leading UK retailers
• 23.5 days holiday (+1 extra day per year up to 5 years), Christmas week off paid, Birthday off, 4 volunteer days, 5 paid sick/wellbeing days (increasing to 10 after 2 years)

Ready to Lead the Market?

If you are a high-performing recruiter who wants more than just a job—autonomy, leadership progression, and a clear route to success—apply now

Spencer Ogden is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Please let us know if you require any adjustments to your process.