Head of Contract Recruitment

EXP Talent; England; On-site; GBP 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Clear progression route into director-level roles

Established brand reputation

Autonomy in shaping the contract business

Job summary

A reputable technology recruitment firm in London seeks a Head of Contract Recruitment to lead their contract division. The role involves client development, team leadership, and driving performance in high-growth technology markets. Candidates should have a proven background in contract recruitment, strong leadership experience, and a commercial mindset. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of up to £110,000 plus bonus, with clear progression towards director-level roles.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in contract recruitment within technology markets.
• Strong leadership experience with a team.
• Experience in client acquisition and growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a contract team of consultants.
• Drive client acquisition and growth across the UK technology contract market.
• Develop a high-performance culture within the team.

Skills

Client development

Team leadership

P&L performance management

Relationship building

Commercial drive

Job description

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Base pay range

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Head of Contract Recruitment – Technology

London | Up to £110,000 + Bonus

We’re representing a leading 60-person technology recruitment business with a strong track record across the UK and international markets. They are looking to appoint a Head of Contract Recruitment to take ownership of their contract division.

This is a senior leadership role combining hands‑on client development with team leadership. You’ll be responsible for shaping the strategy, driving performance, and winning key accounts across high‑growth technology markets.

The role:

• Lead, manage and inspire a contract team of consultants in London
• Drive client acquisition and growth across the UK technology contract market
• Take ownership of P&L performance for the contract division
• Develop high‑performance culture, mentoring both established billers and junior consultants
• Partner with the board to define and deliver growth strategy
• Proven track record in contract recruitment within technology markets
• Strong leadership experience – ability to motivate, upskill and scale a team
• Demonstrated success in winning and developing client relationships
• Commercially driven, strategic, and able to operate at board level

What’s on offer:

• Base salary up to £110,000 + bonus/commission
• Clear progression route into director‑level and board roles
• Established platform with brand reputation and delivery capability
• Autonomy to shape and grow a high‑performing contract business

If you’re an ambitious recruitment leader looking for the opportunity to scale a contract function within a high‑growth tech recruitment firm, we’d love to hear from you.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting

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