Principal/Senior Recruitment Consultant (Technology)

Emanate Technology; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Industry-leading commission

Best-in-class recruitment technology

Annual incentive trips

Birthday leave

Wellness days

Career progression

Job summary

Emanate Technology in Melbourne is seeking an established Senior or Principal Consultant to build long-term client partnerships, lead senior-level search mandates, and deliver tailored talent solutions across Melbourne's thriving technology sector.

You will own the end-to-end recruitment process from candidate engagement to closing, partner with technology leaders, and help scale both Contract and Permanent desks within a growing national brand that values autonomy, integrity and exceptional

Qualifications

• Proven experience running a successful 360 recruitment desk.
• Strong track record building and growing client relationships.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management.
• Ability to partner with technology leaders and deliver value.

Responsibilities

• Lead senior-level search mandates and tailored talent solutions.
• Develop and grow a portfolio of client partnerships in Melbourne's tech sector.
• Represent the brand at industry events and networking opportunities.
• Share knowledge and contribute to a collaborative culture.
• Partner with contract and permanent recruitment desks for growth.

Skills

360 recruitment

Client relationships

Senior stakeholder

Negotiation

Communication

Team collaboration

Job description

About Us

At Emanate Technology, we don't believe in micro-management, arbitrary KPIs, or rigid agency playbooks. For over a decade, we've built a reputation as one of Australia's leading specialist technology recruitment businesses, partnering with organisations across Canberra, Brisbane, Melbourne and Adelaide.

Our commitment to quality, relationships, and candidate experience was recognised nationally when we were awarded Sourcr's Tech Recruitment Agency of the Year (2025).

Operating from our modern Cremorne office, our Melbourne team is agile, high-performing, and deeply embedded in the local technology community. We back our consultants with market-leading recruitment technology, a low-threshold commission structure, and the autonomy to build successful high-performing desks across both Contract and Permanent recruitment.

As our Victorian business continues to grow, we are looking for an established Senior or Principal Consultant who is passionate about building long-term client partnerships, delivering exceptional outcomes, and contributing to the continued growth of our Melbourne team.

The Opportunity

This is an opportunity for an experienced recruiter who enjoys partnering with clients as a trusted advisor and adding genuine value beyond the recruitment process.

You will lead senior-level search mandates, deliver tailored talent solutions, and build meaningful partnerships with organisations across Melbourne's thriving technology sector.

What You'll Be Doing

• Business Development & Relationship Management: Develop and grow a portfolio of valued client partnerships through exceptional service, market expertise, and consistent delivery.
• Strategic Advisory: Partner directly with technology leaders, providing insights on hiring trends, salary benchmarking, and talent acquisition strategies.
• Dual-Desk Recruitment: Build and grow a successful Contract and Permanent recruitment desk with the support of a recognised and established brand.
• Brand Representation: Represent Emanate Technology across industry events, networking opportunities, and the broader technology community.
• Team Contribution: Share knowledge, support colleagues, and contribute to a collaborative culture built on high standards and collective success.

About You

You are a proven 360 agency recruiter who enjoys autonomy, building trusted relationships, and delivering outstanding results for both clients and candidates.

• Proven experience running a successful 360 recruitment desk with a strong track record of developing and growing client relationships.
• Experience in technology recruitment is highly regarded. We also welcome high-performing recruiters from other agency specialisations looking to transition into the technology sector.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage confidently with senior business leaders.
• Passionate about delivering quality outcomes, building meaningful relationships, and growing your desk through credibility, expertise, and exceptional service.
• A collaborative team player who values integrity, quality, and contributing to a positive, high-performing culture.

Why Work With Us?

At Emanate Technology, you'll be trusted to run your desk like it's your own. We focus on outcomes rather than activity metrics, giving our consultants the autonomy, support, and tools to build long-term success.

• Industry-leading commission structure with a transparent and rewarding model.
• Hybrid working arrangements that provide flexibility and balance.
• Access to best-in-class recruitment technology and tools.
• Annual incentive trips, Lunch Clubs, and regular team celebrations.
• Genuine career progression opportunities within a growing national business.
• Birthday leave, tenure-based leave benefits, and wellness days.
• A collaborative and supportive culture where knowledge sharing and teamwork are valued.
• The opportunity to work for an award-winning specialist technology recruitment brand with a strong reputation in the market.
• A modern office located in the heart of Cremorne, Melbourne's leading technology precinct.

We are an inclusive employer committed to fostering a diverse and accessible workplace. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people of all ages, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.