Senior Consultant

Job description

Role: Senior Consultant, US Construction

Company: Henderson Scott (Private Equity backed Recruitment Firm)

Location: Leeds, UK

Company: Henderson Scott

Salary: £28,000-£35,000 + £3,600 Car Allowance + Up to 40% Commission + Benefits

About Henderson Scott

We’re a leading professional recruitment partner offering expertise across Accountancy & Finance, Legal, Marketing, Sales, and Technology. As part of the Search Recruitment Group, we have the backing of a Private Equity organisation with innovative strategies to deliver top-tier talent solutions.

Due to continued growth, we’re looking for a Senior Consultant to join our Leeds based US Construction team and contribute to our success by delivering exceptional recruitment solutions to our clients.

What you’ll learn and do:

As a Senior Consultant at Henderson Scott, you will:

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing and engaging top talent to negotiating offers and onboarding candidates.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with both clients and candidates.
• Develop new business opportunities and manage existing accounts.
• Stay updated on industry trends to position Henderson Scott as a trusted partner in recruitment.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven sales experience or experience as a recruitment consultant, ideally within a specialist or professional services sector.
• A strong track record of achieving or exceeding revenue targets.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• A proactive, results-driven approach with a passion for recruitment.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

What We Offer:

• £28,000-£35,000 salary + £3,600 Car Allowance
• Up to 40% Commission (Uncapped earning potential paid monthly, quarterly and annual top ups to a guaranteed level)
• Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development through our Recruitment Development Pathway
• A supportive and collaborative team culture
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing Private Equity backed organisation
• Flexible working options, including hybrid working
• Auto enrolment pension (Employee only) after 3 months
• Death in service benefit (3 x Annual salary)
• Tusker Electric Car Scheme
• Perm Commission Scheme
• 23 days holidays + 8 Statutory holidays + FlexHoliday (Buy and sell up to 5 days)
• iPhone & Laptop
• Perkbox Benefits Platform

Why Join Henderson Scott?

Before you apply, know what you're signing up for.

This is a high-performance environment. We hold ourselves and each other to a high bar, and we expect honest feedback in both directions. The work is demanding, with real targets and real pressure, we won't pretend otherwise. But the camaraderie is genuine, and you'll have the tools, training, and support to build a career here.

How to Apply:

If you’re ready to raise the bar and to take your recruitment career to the next level, we’d love to hear from you.

Join Henderson Scott and be part of our journey.

Interview & Application Process:

• Our interview process is typically 2-3 rounds, focused on mutual fit and long-term alignment.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Leeds

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

17-09-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English