Principal Recruitment Consultant

Principal Recruitment Consultant – Salesforce (Permanent & Contract)

Location: New York City (Hybrid – 3 days in office)

Sector: Salesforce & Enterprise Technology Recruitment

Employment Type: Full-time

Company Overview

A global specialist recruitment firm with a strong presence across London and the United States is continuing to expand its New York operation. The business is recognised for its deep expertise across the Salesforce and ServiceNow ecosystems, supporting clients with permanent, contract, nearshore, and offshore hiring solutions.

Alongside its core Salesforce brand, the firm operates a dedicated Data & AI recruitment division that supports US-based clients from the UK. The business is highly growth-oriented and invests heavily in technology, including proprietary AI tools designed to significantly reduce administrative workload and increase recruiter productivity.

The New York office is a high-performing, collaborative environment with ambitious growth plans and a strong track record of top billers.

The Role

The Recruitment Consultant will be responsible for delivering permanent and contract recruitment solutions within the Salesforce ecosystem. This is a full 360 role, covering business development, candidate sourcing, client management, and deal execution.

The position suits a consultant who is commercially driven, confident in winning new business, and comfortable managing multiple roles and clients simultaneously. The successful individual will play a key role in contributing to team growth, revenue performance, and long-term expansion in the US market.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and grow new client relationships through proactive business development
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for permanent and contract Salesforce roles
• Source, engage, and manage high-quality candidates within niche technology markets
• Deliver recruitment solutions to senior stakeholders and hiring managers
• Build and maintain a strong personal brand in the Salesforce recruitment space
• Manage multiple roles, clients, and candidates concurrently
• Consistently meet or exceed individual revenue and activity targets
• Collaborate closely with US and UK teams, including offshore and AI-focused divisions
• Adopt and utilise internal AI and automation tools to improve efficiency

Performance Metrics

• Average permanent placement fees circa $25,000
• Average weekly gross profit on contract roles circa $1,100
• Clear, transparent billing and activity targets
• Tiered commission structure with uncapped earning potential

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Minimum 1–2 years’ experience in recruitment (technology preferred)
• Salesforce recruitment experience is highly advantageous but not essential
• Proven ability to generate new business and convert client opportunities
• Experience delivering both permanent and contract placements
• Stable employment history with strong performance at previous firms
• Comfortable working across multiple desks or market segments
• Motivated, resilient, and results-driven mindset
• Willing to work in a hybrid NYC office environment

Culture & Environment

• High-performance, growth-focused culture
• Supportive but accountable environment
• Hybrid working model (3 days per week in the NYC office)
• Strong emphasis on collaboration, learning, and development
• Early adoption of AI and recruitment technology to support consultants

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Tiered commission structure (perm and contract) with uncapped earnings
• Monthly commission payouts
• Health insurance with employer contribution
• Clear career progression and leadership opportunities as the business scales

Career Progression

The business offers a clear path for advancement based on performance. High-performing consultants can progress into senior, leadership, or strategic roles as the New York team continues to expand.