Defence & National Security Recruitment Lead

Meritus; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission

Company trips

Team-building events

Career progression

Training & development

Leadership opportunities

Meritus culture & growth

Job summary

Meritus is seeking a Senior or Principal Recruitment Consultant to lead our Defence & National Security recruitment expansion in the UK. You will own and develop key accounts, build senior stakeholder relationships, and drive growth across Defence Technology, Engineering and related fields.

Hybrid/remote working options are available alongside a competitive base salary (£40,000–£45,000) and commission. The role offers autonomy, an entrepreneurial environment and the chance to shape Meritus'

Qualifications

• Proven track record of strong delivery and personal billings.
• Existing relationships within the UK Defence Technology market.
• Experience recruiting across technical, engineering or specialist Defence environments.
• A strong track record of account development and business development.
• The commercial drive to grow existing relationships and win new clients.
• An entrepreneurial or founding mentality.
• The ambition to take ownership and help build something bigger than an individual desk.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow key Defence & National Security accounts.
• Build and develop long-term relationships with senior stakeholders across the Defence Technology ecosystem.
• Identify and win new business opportunities.
• Deliver high-quality recruitment across specialist Defence, Engineering and Technology markets.
• Build a strong candidate network across the UK Defence sector.
• Take ownership of your market and develop a clear strategy for growth.
• Work closely with the wider Meritus team to expand our Defence offering.
• Represent Meritus with clients, candidates and industry stakeholders.
• Contribute to the continued growth and development of the wider business.

Job description

Meritus is seeking a Senior or Principal Recruitment Consultant to lead our Defence & National Security recruitment expansion in the UK. You will own and develop key accounts, build senior stakeholder relationships, and drive growth across Defence Technology, Engineering and related fields.

Hybrid/remote working options are available alongside a competitive base salary (£40,000–£45,000) and commission. The role offers autonomy, an entrepreneurial environment and the chance to shape Meritus'