Principal Recruitment Consultant

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The G&E Group is a collective of 4 high-performing Executive Search Recruitment businesses headquartered in Central London - Oxford Circus. We identify and engage leaders with their next ideal role and help major businesses scale their teams.

Focusing on Life Sciences and Construction markets across the US we have developed specialist niches within those industries. We work with talent typically on $150k+ annual salaries and network with Executives across the region.

We're passionate about developing talent and turn ambition and drive into real success, having invested heavily into our L&D function. Our Managing Directors are organically grown - with the youngest being only 26!

About the Position

Position title: Principal Recruitment Consultant

Location: Dubai, UAE, One JLT - 5 days in office Mon-Fri

Business: Harris & Co Executive Search

This position requires previous experience in Recruitment (min. 1-2 years) - open to various markets.

You'll be working in a 360 Recruitment role, with focus on permanent placements in the US market; later opportunities to expand into MENA & APAC. Market specialism will depend on business & team.

Responsibilities

• Identify and win new clients across your sector and maintain long term partnerships.
• Effectively manage end to end Executive search assignments, from client briefing through to placement; manage interviews, feedback, and offer negotiation.
• Conduct in depth market research, headhunt global senior talent, build strong candidate pipelines and keep up to date with industry trends.
• Consistently hit personal billing targets and KPIs while contributing to wider team success.
• Keep the CRM & databases updated.

What is in it for you?

• Base salary + an industry leading uncapped commission structure up to 60% (recent monthly paychecks have been up to £80k+ tax free!)
• Unparalleled career progression - we frequently have consultants obtain promotions within 12 months of joining and have a direct path to Managing Director level within 5 years.
• Access to an exceptional training and L&D program (some of our top performers have billed 60 consecutive months and counting!).
• Regular incentives: global trips to locations like Las Vegas, Ibiza, Miami, and Meribel. Monthly office incentive days e.g. trips to Michelin star restaurants.

So what are we looking for from you?

What we want to see

• 1 2 years minimum of 360 recruitment experience
• A strong billing track record
• Someone that is ambitious & driven by success

Please note that you must be a UK citizen to be considered for this position.

Seniority level

Mid Senior level

Employment type

Full time

Job function

Business Development, Sales, and General Business

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