Principle Recruitment Consultant - White Collar Construction

ZipRecruiter; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Senior Recruitment Consultant to drive growth in a white collar construction desk. This full 360 role offers a competitive salary with uncapped commission and a clear path to leadership. Ideal candidates will have a solid recruitment background, business development experience, and a self-motivated attitude. Join a supportive team culture with substantial autonomy to make a real impact.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Uncapped commission

Clear progression into leadership

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Must have experience in 360 recruitment within the white collar construction sector.
• Proven ability to manage business development effectively.
• Strong resilience and self-motivation are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop a white collar construction desk from scratch.
• Handle the entire recruitment cycle for permanent placements.
• Establish long-term relationships with clients.
• Mentor junior consultants as the desk expands.
• Identify and harness growth opportunities.

Skills

360 recruitment experience in white collar construction

Proven billing record

Strong commercial awareness

Self-motivated

Leadership ambition

Job description

Overview

White Collar Construction - Senior Recruitment Consultant

Competitive Base + High Commission + Career Progression

Our client, a well-established and expanding recruitment business, is looking for an experienced Recruitment Consultant to grow a white collar construction desk. This is a full 360 role with huge earning potential and a clear route into leadership for the right person. You’ll have the autonomy to build your own client base, shape your market, and make a real impact, backed by a supportive leadership team and strong infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and develop a white collar construction desk from scratch
• Manage the full 360 recruitment cycle (permanent placements)
• Win new business and build long-term client relationships
• Mentor and develop junior consultants as the desk grows
• Identify and drive growth opportunities

What We’re Looking For

• 360 recruitment experience in white collar construction
• Proven billing record in a business development–focused role
• Strong commercial awareness and resilience
• Self-motivated with an entrepreneurial mindset
• Leadership experience or ambition to lead a team

What’s on Offer

• Competitive base salary + uncapped commission
• Clear progression into leadership
• Autonomy to build and run your own desk
• Supportive team culture and excellent infrastructure
• Offices in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Dundee and Aberdeen