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    Principal Recruitment Consultant - Tech

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    Manchester, City
    Permanent
    Competitive
    On-Site

    Job Description

    Principal Recruitment Consultant - Tech

    Technology, Change & Data Manchester (Hybrid) 35,000- 45,000 (DOE) + 4.8k Car Allowance + Uncapped Commission (receive up to 40% of billings) + Excellent Benefits

    Henderson Scott is a multi-award-winning, high-growth technology recruitment business , partnering with some of the world's most innovative start-ups, high-growth scale-ups and global household names .

    As part of SRG , alongside our the Search brand, we form a true powerhouse within the UK recruitment market - with combined revenues exceeding 220m .

    Due to continued growth, we're looking for a Principal Recruitment Consultant to join our high-performance Technology, Change & Data team , supporting our continued expansion across the North West , with flexibility to work from Manchester, Liverpool, Warrington or hybrid .

    This is a senior opportunity for an experienced Tech recruiter who wants greater ownership, autonomy and influence , within a business built to support high billers.

    Why this is a career-defining move

    Henderson Scott is known for attracting and retaining top-performing recruiters by giving them the platform, tools and freedom to operate at a senior level.

    Our Technology division offers:

    • A strong, established client base across Tech, Change & Data

    • Access to high-growth, enterprise and PLC-level organisations

    • A results-driven, commercially focused culture

    • Senior-level autonomy with genuine backing

    • Clear progression beyond Principal for those with leadership ambition This is an environment designed for recruiters who want to maximise earnings, deepen client relationships and operate as true market specialists .

    What's in it for you?

    Market-leading earning potential

    • Competitive Principal-level base salary

    • Highly lucrative, uncapped commission scheme

    • Simple, transparent structure designed to reward top performers Autonomy & ownership

    • Full ownership of your market, clients and desk strategy

    • Freedom to build and scale a high-value Tech desk Training & future leadership

    • Advanced professional development

    • Access to management and leadership training

    • Clear pathway to Managing Consultant and Senior Leadership Team for those who want it Incentives & rewards

    • Annual all-inclusive incentive trips

    • Regular recognition of individual and team success Tools & infrastructure

    You'll be fully equipped to perform at the highest level, including:

    • LinkedIn Recruiter and best-in-class job boards

    • Laptop and mobile phone

    • Full office and home desk setup including dual screens and peripherals What you'll be doing

    • Owning and growing a high-value 360 Tech recruitment desk

    • Building long-term partnerships with clients across Technology, Change or Data

    • Driving new business and expanding existing accounts

    • Managing complex recruitment processes end-to-end

    • Networking and positioning yourself as a market expert

    • Supporting and mentoring junior consultants as required You'll operate as a senior figure within the team, trusted to deliver results and influence growth.

    Who we're looking for

    • A proven Tech recruiter with a strong billing history

    • Experience operating at Senior or Principal Consultant level

    • A commercially driven, business-development-led mindset

    • Confidence engaging senior stakeholders

    • Someone who thrives in a high-performance environment If you're ready to step into a bigger platform , with bigger rewards and long-term progression - this is an outstanding opportunity to take your Tech recruitment career to the next level.

    Interested?

    Apply today for a confidential discussion, or contact me directly at (url removed) to explore the opportunity further.

    Henderson Scott - always raising the bar.

    Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

    Posted on August 11, 2026

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