Business Development Consultant

Insight Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Recruitment is seeking a Business Development Consultant to drive growth in the US tech market. In this role, you'll build strategic relationships, manage the full recruitment cycle, and leverage your understanding of the industry to exceed targets in a collaborative, high-energy environment. This position offers competitive compensation, flexible working hours, and opportunities for international travel and professional development.

Benefits

Competitive base salary + uncapped commission

Flexible working aligned with US hours

Monthly Lunch Clubs and Holiday Incentive Trips

Annual Leave Buy-Back Scheme

Private Health Insurance

Fast-track progression plans

International travel opportunities

Personal development budget

Qualifications

• Experience in 360 or 180 recruitment.
• Strong understanding of the US tech market.
• Ability to build consultative client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities in the US tech space.
• Work closely with clients to create tailored recruitment solutions.
• Manage the recruitment process from sourcing to placement.

Skills

Business Development

Client Relationship Management

Market Insight

Resilience

Agility

Job description

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Job Introduction

We’re looking for a driven and commercially-minded recruiter to join our high-performing US Tech practice at Insight Recruitment.

Job Introduction

We’re looking for a driven and commercially-minded recruiter to join our high-performing US Tech practice at Insight Recruitment.

As a Recruitment Consultant or Senior Consultant specialising in Business Development, you’ll play a pivotal role in accelerating our growth across the US technology market. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, international environment where you'll build strategic relationships with some of the most innovative tech companies in the world.

You'll be joining a team that has already established significant traction in the US market. Now, we’re looking for someone who can take this to the next level—bringing in new clients, expanding our reach, and connecting ambitious businesses with exceptional talent.

Main Responsibilities

• Drive Growth: Identify, target, and secure new business opportunities in the US tech space, with a focus on building long-term, value-driven partnerships.
• Solution Selling: pitching and selling a range of different Insight products, including Retained Search, Subscription Model, and Augment.
• Client Strategy: Work closely with clients to understand their hiring needs and create tailored recruitment solutions that support their growth plans.
• Full-Cycle Recruitment: Own the recruitment process end-to-end—from sourcing and screening to offer negotiation and placement.
• Market Insight: Stay ahead of industry trends and use your knowledge to inform clients, influence hiring decisions, and shape our business development approach.
• Collaborative Culture: Partner with our internal delivery teams to ensure candidate shortlists meet both technical and cultural fit requirements.
• Performance-Focused: Proactively manage your sales and recruitment pipeline, hitting both individual and team targets in a supportive, high-energy environment.
  
  

Are You the Right Candidate?

You’ll be an experienced recruiter who thrives on building new relationships and sees business development as more than just cold calls—it’s about building trust, adding value, and spotting opportunities before others do. You’re resilient, agile, and hungry to make an impact in a thriving international market.

You Will Demonstrate

• Previous experience in 360 or 180 recruitment, with a strong emphasis on business development
• A solid understanding of the US tech market, including trends, terminology, and competitive landscape
• A proven ability to open doors, win new business, and build strong, consultative client relationships
• Drive and resilience, with a desire to exceed targets in a competitive, evolving space
• Confidence in managing multiple priorities and stakeholders with ease
• A passion for technology and innovation, with a curiosity for how recruitment can shape the future of the industry
  
  

What You’ll Get From Us

• Competitive base salary + uncapped commission + high earners commission scheme
• Flexible working aligned with US hours
• Monthly Lunch Clubs and Holiday Incentive Trips
• Annual Leave Buy-Back Scheme
• Private Health Insurance
• Fast-track progression plans tailored to your goals
• International travel opportunities for client meetings
• Personal development budget to support your career growth
  
  

About Insight Recruitment

At Insight Recruitment, we connect brilliant people with innovative businesses across the Tech and Robotics sectors. From early-stage startups to global giants, we partner with some of the most forward-thinking companies in the US and beyond.

We pride ourselves on being more than just recruiters—we’re growth partners to our clients and career advisors to our candidates. If you’re looking to join a values-led business where your work makes a tangible impact, this is your opportunity to do just that.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and value the strength that a diverse workforce brings. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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