Job Description

Senior Recruitment Consultant 

Salary: £35,000 + Uncapped Commission (Remote, UK)

 

Enjoy enhanced annual leave, flexible working, and up to 30% commission with a leading specialist agency.

 

Are you an experienced recruiter ready to take your career to the next level?

We are a specialist in legal and accountancy recruitment, who are seeking a Senior Recruitment Consultant to join our growing UK-based team. If you’re passionate about building genuine partnerships, delivering outstanding results, and working in a supportive, flexible environment, this could be your next big move.

The Opportunity: 

As a Senior Recruitment Consultant, you’ll:

• Manage and grow a specialist desk within the legal or accountancy sector

• Source, engage, and place top talent with leading UK firms

• Develop new and existing client relationships through consultative, ethical recruitment

• Own the full recruitment cycle from business development to offer management

• Contribute to a collaborative, high-integrity culture that puts people first

 

What We’re Looking For

To excel in this role, you’ll need:

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in legal or accountancy practice recruitment (UK market)

• Proven track record of successful placements and billing

• Strong business development skills and client management experience

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills

• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a remote team

• Relevant qualifications (e.g., REC, CIPD, or equivalent) are advantageous

 

Key Technical Skills & Requirements

• Deep knowledge of the UK legal or accountancy sector

• Experience using leading recruitment CRMs (e.g., Vincere) and sourcing tools

• Solid understanding of compliance and best practice in recruitment

• Confident with Boolean search, LinkedIn Recruiter, and job boards

 

Why Join Our Team?

Enjoy a package designed for your success and wellbeing:

• Competitive base salary: £32,000–£35,000+ (DOE)

• Uncapped commission – earn up to 30% of billings

• 25 days’ annual leave + your birthday off + 4 flexible days per year

• Enhanced early finish every Friday

• Remote working (UK-based)

• Access to a reward discount portal

• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities

• Supportive, ethical, and inclusive culture

 

Career Progression

• Clear pathway to Principal Consultant and Team Lead roles as the business grows

• Opportunities to shape your desk and sector focus

 

Location & Working Arrangements

• Remote working across the UK

• Regular team meetings and optional in-person socials

 

Ready to Make Your Move?

If you’re a driven recruitment professional who thrives in a values-led, flexible environment, we want to hear from you.

Apply today by sending your CV and a short cover note to David at d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com.

All applications will be handled in strict confidence.

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