Recruitment Consultant

Ganymede; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Agile working

Uncapped commission

Long-term development opportunities

Support from experienced leaders

Job summary

A specialized recruitment firm in the East Midlands seeks an experienced Principal Recruitment Consultant to drive business development in Civils, Infrastructure, Water, and Transportation. You will have complete ownership of your desk while benefiting from extensive support and resources. This role offers a competitive salary of £30,000 - £35,000 plus a £5,000 car allowance, alongside opportunities for long-term career growth. If you value autonomy with support, this position is ideal for you.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in recruitment with full-cycle experience.
• Strong business development and client management skills.
• Effective communication and trust-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Run your own desk and grow your market.
• Business development and client management.
• Sourcing, engaging, and placing candidates.

Skills

360 recruitment experience

Civils, Infrastructure, Water, Transportation

Job description

Principal Recruitment Consultant – Derby

Take your recruitment career to the next level. You’ve built a reputation for delivering results and forming long‑lasting relationships. Now you’re ready for a role that offers ownership, market growth, and the backing of a team that understands experienced recruiters.

Base pay range

Principal Recruitment Consultant

Civils, Infrastructure, Water & Transportation

Package: £30,000 - £35,000 basic (DOE) + £5,000 car allowance + uncapped commission | Agile working

What’s in it for you

• Up to £35,000 basic salary (DOE) + £5,000 car allowance
• Uncapped commission – reward your performance from day one
• Agile working to balance focus and flexibility
• Full 360 ownership of your desk with resourcing and marketing support
• Structured backing from experienced leaders who understand the sector
• Long‑term development opportunities within a high‑performing team

The Role

You’ll run your own desk, shaping and growing your market in a way that plays to your strengths.

Responsibilities

• Business development and client management across established markets
• Sourcing, engaging, and placing candidates
• Managing the full recruitment cycle from start to finishBuilding sustainable, long‑term relationships with clients and candidates

You’ll have access to recruitment technology, resourcing support, and marketing tools to make your work more efficient, allowing you to focus on results and relationships.

About You

You’ll be a strong fit if you:

• Are an experienced 360 recruiter with a proven track record
• Have experience in Civils, Infrastructure, Water, Transportation, or a related technical market
• Take a commercial, relationship‑first approach to business development
• Want autonomy to run your desk while having support when needed
• Communicate confidently and build trust quickly

Why Ganymede?

We’re part of RTC Group PLC, combining stability with the focus and agility of a specialist recruitment business. You’ll be led by people who’ve progressed through Ganymede themselves, including a Divisional Manager who started as a Trainee in 2014 and a Director with over twenty years’ experience. They understand the realities of recruitment and create an environment built on trust, autonomy, and support.

Next Steps

If you’re an experienced recruiter looking for more ownership, clear support, and a business that invests in your success, we’d love to have an honest conversation about whether Ganymede could be the right next step for you.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Sales and Business Development

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting