Principal Recruitment Consultant

ATA Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job description

Principal Recruitment Consultant (360 Recruitment Role)
Location: Leeds (LS1)
Salary: Up to £35,000 basic DOE, Uncapped Commission, 25 Days Annual Leave, Quarterly & Annual Awards, Incentives, Structured Career Progression, Ongoing Professional Development

Take Your Recruitment Career to the Next Level with ATA Recruitment

Are you an experienced Recruitment Consultant ready to elevate your career? ATA Recruitment is offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated and ambitiousPrincipal Recruitment Consultantto join our growing team in Leeds. If you're passionate about sales, business development, and building lasting client relationships, this is the perfect chance to advance your career within a supportive and growth-focused environment.

This is a 360 recruitment role within the North West Maintenance Engineering sector — a thriving and in-demand industry — where you'll inherit a significant amount of sales data, giving you a strong foundation to hit the ground running from day one. You’ll have the opportunity to work closely with an established and successful team, focusing on generating new business opportunities.

The Role:

As aPrincipal Recruitment Consultantat ATA Recruitment, you’ll take full ownership of the recruitment process from start to finish. This means you’ll have direct control over your success and the opportunity to maximise your earnings through our uncapped commission structure. Your role will cover all key aspects of recruitment, including:

• Business Development & Lead Generation
• Proactively identifying and pursuing new business opportunities within the Maintenance Engineering sector.
• Researching the market and targeting prospective clients through calls, emails, and face-to-face meetings.
• Building long-term relationships with key decision-makers to secure ongoing business.
• Client Management & Account Development
• Developing and strengthening client relationships to increase repeat business and referrals.
• Acting as a trusted advisor to clients, offering market insights and strategic hiring solutions.
• Candidate Sourcing & Management
• Sourcing high-quality candidates using a variety of methods, including job boards, LinkedIn, referrals, and direct headhunting.
• Conducting in-depth interviews to assess candidate suitability and match them with appropriate roles.
• Managing the candidate experience throughout the recruitment process, from initial contact to successful placement.
• Negotiation & Offer Management
• Managing the offer process, including salary negotiation and securing terms that work for both client and candidate.
• Providing ongoing support and guidance to both parties to ensure a smooth recruitment process.

What we’re looking for:

We’re seeking a driven and experienced recruiter with a minimum of 12 months' experience in a 360 recruitment role, ideally within a sales-focused environment. While experience in Maintenance Engineering recruitment is a plus, it's not essential — we provide full industry training to get you up to speed quickly.

To succeed in this role, you’ll need:

• A strong track record in business development and client relationship management.
• A commercial mindset with a passion for sales and exceeding targets.
• Excellent communication skills with a high level of written and spoken English and the ability to influence and build rapport at all levels.
• High levels of resilience and self-motivation — recruitment is challenging, but the rewards are significant.
• Leadership ambitions — this role has the potential to develop into a management position as you progress.

Why Join ATA Recruitment?

At ATA Recruitment, we understand that our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we invest heavily in your growth and development, providing a structured career path with clear objectives to help you progress into a leadership role. Our management team is homegrown, and we’re committed to promoting from within.

Here’s what you can expect when you join us:

• Uncapped Commission– Your earning potential is limitless.
• Ongoing Professional Development– Access to industry-leading training and development.
• Structured Career Progression– A transparent path to management with clear milestones.
• Incentives and Rewards– Quarterly and annual awards, team incentives, and exclusive events.
• Work-Life Balance– 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with opportunities for agile working once you are established in your role.

We have a high-performance culture built on teamwork, accountability, and mutual support. When you succeed, we succeed — and we’ll give you all the tools and guidance you need to thrive.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

This is more than just a recruitment role — it’s a long-term career opportunity with the potential for significant financial and professional rewards. If you’re an experienced recruiter looking for your next challenge and a genuine opportunity to grow, we want to hear from you.

Contact our Talent Manager, Rachael, today to learn more about how you can become part of the ATA Recruitment success story.

Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation