German Speaking Recruitment Consultant – DACH - Technology, Finance & Life Sciences

The Language Business; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international recruitment consultancy is seeking a German Speaking Recruitment Consultant to join their expanding team in Central London. The role involves managing the full recruitment cycle across Europe, primarily in the Technology and Life Sciences sectors. Candidates should be fluent in German and English, ideally have a university degree, and possess strong interpersonal skills. The salary ranges from £27,000 to £45,000 with uncapped commission potential, in addition to generous benefits including healthcare and training opportunities.

Benefits

Uncapped commission

25 days holiday

Healthcare

Bonus schemes

Gym membership discounts

Continuous training & career development

International Christmas parties

Qualifications

• Fluent in German and English required.
• Previous recruitment experience in any sector is advantageous.
• Knowledge or interest in European/DACH business culture is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full 360° recruitment cycle.
• Source and select candidates via various platforms.
• Build and maintain client relationships in the DACH region.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand hiring needs.
• Conduct screenings and coordinate interviews.

Skills

Fluent in German

Fluent in English

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Ambitious and competitive

Education

University degree (any discipline)

Job description

German Speaking Recruitment Consultant - Technology & Life Sciences

Location: Central London (City) - 4 days in-office, 1 remote day (Wednesday)

Travel: Occasional travel to Germany and Switzerland

Languages Required: Fluent German and English

Company

Our client is a leading international recruitment consultancy specialising in high-growth sectors such as Financial Services, Technology and Energy. They have established long-term relationships with major global companies, particularly in the DACH region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland).

The Opportunity

Due to ongoing expansion, they ar hiring for aGerman Speaking Recruitment Consultantto join their team. You’ll work on recruitment assignments across Europe, primarily in Germany and Switzerland, focusing on the Technology and Life Sciences sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full 360° recruitment cycle


• Source and select candidates via LinkedIn, social media, CRM, and job boards


• Build and maintain client relationships in the DACH region


• Collaborate closely with hiring managers to understand their hiring needs


• Screen and qualify candidates via phone interviews


• Schedule and coordinate interviews


• Post job ads and manage your professional presence on LinkedIn


• Travel to Europe (mainly DACH) for client meetings and networking

Candidate Profile

• Fluent in German and English


• Ideally educated to University degree (any discipline) level


• Previous recruitment experience - any sector


• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills


• Ambitious, competitive, and driven by success


• Strong knowledge or interest in European/DACH business culture


• Willing to travel to Germany or Switzerland every few weeks

Salary and Benefits

• Base Salary: £27,000 - £45,000 (negotiable)


• Uncapped commission - OTE £50,000 - £100,000


• 25 days holiday + healthcare + bonus schemes


• Early Friday office close


• Gym membership discounts (2 min walk)


• International Christmas parties & team trips


• Continuous training & career development

To apply, please email your CV directly to Jonathan Grimes.