Principal Recruitment Consultant – Civils (Rail, Transportation, Water, Infrastructure, Highways)
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Location: Derby, London, Bolton, or Doncaster
Salary: Up to £35,000 + Commission + Benefits
Are you an experienced Recruitment Consultant looking for the next step in your career? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment where you have the autonomy to shape your own success? At Ganymede, we are expanding our specialist recruitment services in the Civils sector and are looking for a driven Principal Recruitment Consultant to play a key role in our growth.
Why Join Ganymede?
We are a well-established, industry-leading recruitment business with a strong reputation in Rail, Transportation, Water, Infrastructure, and Highways sectors and are keen to expand our presence in these sectors, presenting an exciting opportunity for an ambitious consultant working within one of these areas to develop their own desk in a growing and highly lucrative market.
As part of our team, you will benefit from:
Established Expertise – We have a strong foundation in Rail and Transportation recruitment and the wider Civils markets.
Career Development – We provide structured training, mentorship, and progression opportunities to help you move into leadership or business development roles.
Autonomy & Flexibility – You will have the freedom to manage your desk, develop your own client base, and build relationships in a way that works for you.
Experienced Team Support – Work alongside knowledgeable consultants and managers who will help you grow and succeed.
Diverse & Rewarding Work – Every day brings new challenges, from sourcing top talent to delivering bespoke recruitment solutions for high-profile projects.
A Growing, Lucrative Market – Civils recruitment is a high-demand, high-reward sector, offering excellent earning potential through commission and long-term client partnerships.
The Role
As a Principal Recruitment Consultant at Ganymede, you will be responsible for:
Building and developing a specialist recruitment desk in Rail, Transportation, Water, Infrastructure, or Highways .
Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with clients, delivering tailored recruitment solutions.
Proactively identifying business opportunities and securing new clients.
Sourcing and engaging high-quality candidates, from skilled professionals to senior-level hires.
Negotiating contracts, managing the recruitment process end-to-end, and delivering exceptional service.
Working closely with senior managers to contribute to the strategic direction of the business.
Who We're Looking For
Proven experience in Civils recruitment, ideally within Rail, Transportation, Water, Infrastructure, or Highways.
A track record of business development and successfully growing a recruitment desk.
Strong client relationship management and networking skills.
Self-motivated with an entrepreneurial mindset and the ability to work autonomously.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
What We Offer
Competitive salary up to £35,000 + an attractive commission structure .
Ongoing career development, training, and mentorship to support your growth.
The chance to work on exciting, high-value recruitment projects with major clients.
A collaborative and ambitious environment with a strong, supportive team.
The flexibility to shape your own success and make a real impact in a growing business.
If you're an ambitious recruiter looking for an opportunity to develop your career, increase your earnings, and work in a thriving market, Ganymede is the place for you.
Contact our Rachael, our Talent Manager to find out more.
Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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