✨ Managing Consultant - Life Science Recruitment (Hybrid - Leeds Based)

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Managing Consultant in Life Science Recruitment based in Leeds. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary of £40,000 to £55,000 plus uncapped commission, allowing you to lead a team, mentor junior consultants, and drive performance in a dynamic sector. Join a collaborative culture that values your input and offers a clear pathway to leadership.

Benefits

High-earning potential with uncapped commission

Defined path to Team Lead or Divisional Manager

Collaborative culture with real autonomy

Access to high-quality tools and marketing support

Qualifications

• Proven 360 recruiter in life sciences with a strong billing track record.
• Comfortable mentoring or supporting junior consultants.
• Confident in managing client relationships and leading on senior-level roles.

Responsibilities

• Drive performance across the life science recruitment function.
• Lead from the front—delivering results for clients.
• Support junior consultants and shape the future of the team.

Skills

Client relationship management

Mentoring

360 recruitment

Commercial focus

Passion for science and innovation

Job description

Job Description

Managing Consultant – Life Science Recruitment (Hybrid – Leeds Based)

Individual Commission + Team Bonus + Leadership Pathway

£40,000 – £55,000 Base + Uncapped commission

Are you an experienced life science recruiter ready to step up into leadership? Do you want to combine high personal billing with the opportunity to mentor and grow a specialist team?

We’re looking for a Managing Consultant to drive performance across a growing life science recruitment function. You’ll lead from the front—delivering results for clients, supporting junior consultants, and helping shape the future of a high-performing, people-first team.

The Role

Position: Managing Consultant – Life Science Recruitment

Location: Hybrid – 2–3 days/week in the Leeds office

Salary: £40,000 – £55,000 base + individual commission + team bonus + leadership incentives

What’s in it for you

• Lead a warm desk with existing clients across biotech, pharma, medtech, and CROs
• High-earning potential with uncapped commission and team performance bonuses
• Defined path to Team Lead or Divisional Manager based on results
• Collaborative culture with real autonomy and influence over strategy
• Hybrid working with flexible hours and a focus on wellbeing and impact
• Access to high-quality tools, marketing support, and a trusted industry brand

Who We’re Looking For

• Proven 360 recruiter in life sciences with a strong billing track record
• Comfortable mentoring or supporting junior consultants (even informally)
• Confident in managing client relationships and leading on senior-level roles
• Passionate about science, innovation, and building long-term partnerships
• Ambitious, commercially focused, and ready to lead by example

Why Join Us?

You’ll be part of a specialist, growing team where your input matters and success is shared. Whether you’re ready to manage or want to grow into the role, this is your platform to make a genuine impact in one of the fastest-moving sectors in recruitment.

Apply now or message us for a confidential chat.