Associate Director, Software Engineering Recruitment

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in London is seeking a Recruitment Associate Director for Technology. This role involves working with venture capital and private equity clients, delivering searches for senior positions, and expanding client relationships. The ideal candidate will have extensive recruitment experience and a proven track record in winning retained work. This position offers a hybrid work model and a strong potential for career growth.

Benefits

Private Pension

Private Healthcare

Events

Marketing Support

Qualifications

• 5–10 years in recruitment, with contingent and retained search experience.
• Proven ability to sell and win retained work.

Responsibilities

• Deliver searches for mid-level to senior roles across Tech, Engineering, and Data.
• Build and expand client relationships in tech, data, and engineering sectors.

Skills

Sales

Collaboration

Proactivity

Job description

Job Description

Recruitment Associate Director - Technology - London - £70-90k Base

Please note we have already received a high number of applications; however less than 20% have recent relevant experience. If you see yourself as a suitable candidate, please do not be put off by application numbers.

I am looking for proven performers to deliver on retained searches whilst also expanding with new business. They have a very strong leader focusing on Product - and are looking to emulate this across Data & Engineering, interestingly 60% of their work comes from within their internal network from work passed on.

What’s the Role?

• Focus on working with venture capital, private equity, and growth equity clients, alongside some corporate tech clients.
• Deliver searches from mid-level to senior roles, typically Heads of, VPs, and leadership roles across Tech, Engineering, and Data.
• Mix of retained search and project-based work, with average fees ranging between £30k and £60k.
• Build and expand client relationships, focusing on new business in tech, data, and engineering sectors.

Why Join?

• Opportunity for Growth: Build out and shape the tech and data desk within a fast-growing business.
• Proven Market: Strong existing client base and track record, but plenty of room for growth and new client acquisition.
• Great Earning Potential: Expect to bill £350k+ annually, with comms going up to 38%
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid model—2 days in the office (Covent Garden) and 3 days remote.
• Supportive Team: Collaborative culture with experienced leadership and a focus on success.
• Solid Existing Team: 20 head count in London with a further handful of International Offices

What They’re Looking For:

• Experience: 5–10 years in recruitment, with a background in contingent work and ideally some exposure to retained search.
• Skills: Proven ability to sell and win retained work, especially working with CTOs and senior leadership.
• Mindset: A driven, proactive individual who can win new business, expand accounts, and deliver strong results.
• Team Player: Comfortable collaborating with researchers and delivery consultants on projects.

Compensation & Perks:

• Base Salary: £70-90k
• Benefits: Private Pension, private healthcare, events, and marketing support.
• Career Progression: Clear growth path and opportunities to expand into leadership roles.