Senior Recruitment Consultant

About the Company

Henderson Scott is hiring for a Managing Recruitment Consultant / Principal Recruitment Consultant to oversee our well-established, high performing London Legal team. This is a fantastic opportunity to step-up, grow something and really put your stamp on it.

About the Role

As a Principal Recruitment Consultant / Managing Recruitment Consultant you’ll be a figure that the team looks up to, leading by example and inspiring your colleagues to new levels. Supporting the Managing Director in identifying areas for development and deputising for them in their absence. Helping high-calibre candidates secure career-changing opportunities with the most sought-after names in the sector. Developing true rapport with clients by networking and attending events. Creatively applying your knowledge to solve specific recruitment challenges for both your clients and candidate. Manage and close complex, lucrative deals. Take responsibility for key client relationships and exceed all expectations.

Responsibilities

• As a Principal Recruitment Consultant / Managing Recruitment Consultant you’ll be a figure that the team looks up to, leading by example and inspiring your colleagues to new levels
• Supporting the Managing Director in identifying areas for development and deputising for them in their absence
• Helping high-calibre candidates secure career-changing opportunities with the most sought-after names in the sector
• Developing true rapport with clients by networking and attending events
• Creatively applying your knowledge to solve specific recruitment challenges for both your clients and candidate
• Manage and close complex, lucrative deals
• Take responsibility for key client relationships and exceed all expectations

Qualifications

A legal background, a degree in law as a minimum

Required Skills

• High levels of resilience to overcome challenging situations, setbacks and disappointments (such as candidates taking roles elsewhere, accepting counter-offers or clients changing the job brief)
• Self-motivated and driven to meet sales targets
• Able to come up with creative ideas and solutions-driven
• Excellent team-working and collaborating with colleagues on projects, sharing ideas

Pay range and compensation package

Uncapped commission paid monthly, quarterly and annually – realistic 6 figure earning potential. Pension Scheme with up to 5% contribution. EV Car Benefit Scheme. 1000’s of lifestyle discounts with Perkbox. Hybrid working. Regular incentives such as go-karting, skiing and other fun activities. Weekly early finishes and extended lunches for well-being. Annual Highflyers trips: 2024 was Rome, 2025 was Lisbon....2026....MARBELLA – think 5* Hotels and experiences that money couldn’t buy. Smart Casual dress code and “Dress to Express Yourself Fridays”. Private Health Care.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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