German or French speaking Recruitment Consultant – Life Sciences Sector

The Language Business; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the life sciences sector is seeking a German or French speaking Recruitment Consultant. This role involves managing clients, developing relationships, and sourcing candidates. The ideal candidate should be fluent in either language and possess strong interpersonal skills. The position offers a competitive salary, uncapped commission potential, and hybrid working options in High Wycombe.

Benefits

25 days holiday, increasing with service

Sponsored MBA at Cranfield University

Electric bike scheme (up to £2,000 subsidy)

£25 monthly gym membership contribution

Matched pension contribution up to 7.5%

Qualifications

• Fluency in either French or German.
• Degree educated – ideally in life sciences, medical sciences, or business.
• Recruitment or sales experience is preferred, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients in the life sciences and medical industries.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and candidates.
• Work towards individual and team targets.
• Source and interview candidates via phone and in-person.
• Attend industry exhibitions, conferences, and client meetings.
• Provide support to colleagues and contribute to team success.

Skills

Fluency in French or German

Strong interpersonal skills

Strong communication skills

Positive attitude

Collaborative mindset

Education

Degree in life sciences, medical sciences, or business

Job description

German or French Speaking Recruitment Consultant – Life Sciences Sector

• Location: High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire (Hybrid – Minimum 2 days/week in office)
• Languages: French OR German
• Salary: £28,000 – £45,000 basic + uncapped commission (OTE £50,000+)

The Company and Job

We are delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity for either a German or French speaking Recruitment Consultant to join a progressive and international recruitment agency specialising in the life sciences and medical industries. You'll be working on either French or German speaking regions of Europe, building relationships with leading organisations in the sector and matching them with scientific and medical talent.

About the Role

As a French or German speaking Recruitment Consultant, your mission will be to understand the unique hiring needs of our clients in the life sciences space and deliver high-calibre candidates to meet those needs.

Your typical job responsibilities will include:

• Manage a portfolio of clients in the life sciences and medical industries
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and candidates
• Work towards individual and team targets
• Source and interview candidates via phone and in-person
• Attend industry exhibitions, conferences, and client meetings
• Provide support to colleagues and contribute to team success

Candidate Profile

• Fluency in either French or German
• Degree educated – ideally in life sciences, medical sciences, or business
• Recruitment or sales experience is preferred, but not essential (full training provided)
• Positive attitude with a collaborative mindset
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Familiarity or willingness to learn medical/life science terminology

Salary & Benefits

Base Salary: £28,000 - £45,000 (experienced recruiters). Uncapped commission – realistic OTE of £50,000+.

• Hybrid working: 2+ days per week in the High Wycombe office (50 mins from London)
• 25 days holiday, increasing with service
• Sponsored MBA at Cranfield University (optional)
• Electric bike scheme (up to £2,000 subsidy)
• £25 monthly gym membership contribution
• Matched pension contribution up to 7.5%

Apply Today

If you’re fluent in French or German and looking to develop your international recruitment career, we’d love to hear from you.

Please forward your up-to-date CV to Jonathan Grimes.