At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead recruitment for software engineers and manage the full hiring process.
- Company: Join a high-growth consultancy in the MedTech and medical devices market.
- Benefits: Up to £60k salary, 30% commission, flexible hours, and private healthcare.
- Other info: Collaborative team culture with clear progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Make an impact in a niche market while growing your career in tech recruitment.
- Qualifications: Experience in recruiting software engineers and strong relationship-building skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 60000 £ per year.
We are working exclusively with a high-growth specialist recruitment consultancy operating across the European MedTech and medical devices market. Due to increased demand, they are now seeking to hire a Senior Recruitment Consultant with expertise in IT, specifically within the software engineering sector. This is an excellent opportunity to join a values-led, niche consultancy with a strong reputation in regulatory affairs, quality, clinical, digital health and emerging medical technologies.
The Role
As a Principal Recruitment Consultant specialising in Software Engineering, you will take ownership of a defined IT market, delivering recruitment solutions across permanent and/or contract roles. A background in the Contract element of this sector would be a huge bonus and would set you apart from other applicants.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Recruiting software engineers across disciplines such as backend, frontend, full-stack, cloud, embedded and data.
- Building long-term relationships with technology leaders, engineering managers and CTO-level stakeholders.
- Contacting existing clients to build rapport, as well as locating new ones.
- Managing the full recruitment lifecycle from client briefing through to offer and onboarding.
- Proactively sourcing and engaging high-calibre software engineering talent.
- Advising clients on market trends, hiring strategies and technical skill availability.
- Developing your desk through networking, referrals and market intelligence.
About You
You’ll be a commercially driven IT recruiter with a passion for technology and relationship-led recruitment. We’re looking for someone with:
- Proven experience recruiting software engineers.
- Strong understanding of modern software development roles and tech stacks.
- Business development skills.
- A consultative, relationship-focused approach.
- Confidence in managing senior stakeholders and candidate negotiations.
- Motivation to grow a specialist market within a supportive, high-performing team.
What’s On Offer
- Salary up to £60k.
- Commission up to 30%, with no threshold.
- 25 days per year holiday plus Bank Holidays.
- Clear progression and personalised development plans.
- Hybrid and flexible working hours.
- Private healthcare upon completion of probation.
- Statutory pension contribution.
- Collaborative, ambitious team culture.
- Opportunity to work in a niche, specialist recruitment environment.
Apply
If you’re an IT recruiter looking to specialise further or take ownership of a high-potential software engineering desk, apply today for a confidential discussion.
Principal Recruitment Consultant - Software Engineering in London employer: Talent Chief
At Talent Chief, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, particularly for those passionate about the Renewable Energy sector. Our hybrid working model promotes flexibility and work-life balance, while our commitment to innovation fosters a dynamic work culture that encourages personal and professional growth. Join us in London, where you'll not only lead a talented team but also have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a rapidly evolving industry.
