Managing Director, Recruitment Agency

Talent Lift; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in London is seeking a Managing Director to oversee operational management and drive strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate must have experience in the recruitment agency sector and a proven track record of leadership. With a competitive compensation package, this role offers operational autonomy and the chance to develop future leaders in the business.

Benefits

Equity/LTIP

Full operational autonomy

Investment for business growth

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in recruitment.
• Experience in operational management of a business.
• Track record in developing senior leadership teams.

Responsibilities

• Take full operational responsibility for the business.
• Shape and drive the firm's strategy.
• Develop the next generation of leaders within the business.

Skills

Leadership

Operational strategy

Recruitment agency experience

Client relationship management

Job description

Overview

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11th September, 2025

Managing Director, Recruitment Agency
>£200k total package including equity
London / WFH hybrid

Outstanding new leadership opportunity, within one of London's most respected recruitment firms. We're looking for a seasoned leader, who can take full operational responsibility for the business on a day to day basis.

Our client is a well respected firm, specialising in professional services recruitment. They have a healthy, diverse client base with a blend of temporary and permanent business - and a loyal team of consultants. We are seeking a proven leader, who can shape and drive the strategy of the firm. You'll also be developing the 'next generation' of leaders within the business.

A rewarding financial package is on offer, including equity/LTIP. You'll enjoy full operational autonomy and will be given the investment required to continue to grow the business.

If this sounds like you then contact us today. Full details will be shared with serious applicants with the right experience.

Please kindly note that agency-side recruitment experience is essential for this position - it is not an internal recruitment/TA position.

Talent Lift are senior level recruitment specialists. Recruiting for leadership roles for Global Staffing, Executive Search and Consulting firms. We also work with a range of investors and their portfolio companies.

We provide recruitment and human capital advisory services for:

• Staffing and Executive Search Firms
• Management Consultancies and Human Capital Consulting Firms
• Early-stage / fast-growth investor backed businesses

Recruiting for senior and executive positions, including:

• Board level / leadership roles
• Director and manager positions

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