Descripción de la oferta
Founding Recruitment Consultant
Senior | Principal | Head of Recruitment – All Levels Considered
AI, Data & Software Recruitment | Remote (UK or Europe)
Highly competitive base + uncapped commission + equity/share options + bonusesWant to work with some of the most exciting AI startups and scale-ups across the UK, Europe and the US?If you're passionate about building relationships, winning new business and helping high-growth tech companies scale, this could be exactly what you're looking for.AtConnect-AI , we partner with some of the fastest-growing startups and scale-ups in AI, Data and Software. Every day, you'll be speaking with founders, engineering leaders and investors who are building the next generation of technology.This isn't about filling jobs. It's about helping innovative businesses build exceptional teams that are changing industries.If you love the thrill of a true 360 recruitment role — winning clients, building markets and placing incredible talent — you'll fit right in.About Connect-AI
Connect-AI is the specialistAI, Data & Software division of Connect Group .We only launched in January 2026, but we've already built fantastic momentum and secured partnerships with exciting businesses across the UK, Europe and the US.We're currently a team of 4, with 3 new hires approved and due to join us, taking the team to 7 by the end of the year.It's still early days, meaning you'll have the opportunity to genuinely shape the direction of the business rather than simply joining another established recruitment desk.The Opportunity
This is a genuinefounding consultant rolewhere you'll have the freedom to build your own market, develop your own clients and become one of the key people driving the future of Connect-AI.
You'll be:
Building and growing your own client portfolio across AI, Data and Software
Working with some of the most exciting startups and scale-ups in the UK, Europe and the US
Running a true 360 recruitment desk, from business development through to placement
Becoming a trusted recruitment partner to founders, CTOs and hiring leaders
Recruiting exceptional software engineers, AI specialists, data professionals and technology leaders
Helping shape the future of a rapidly growing businessWho We're Looking For
You'll probably have experience recruiting within Tech, AI, Software, Data or another specialist market, but we're open to different levels of experience.
Most importantly, you'll be someone who:
Loves winning new clients
Enjoys building long-term partnerships rather than transactional recruitment
Is ambitious, driven and wants to build something meaningful
Wants autonomy instead of endless KPIs and micromanagement
Is excited by technology, startups and innovationWhat You'll Get
Uncapped commission of up to25%
Equity/share options
Highly competitive basic salary
Annual bonus, including up to£2,000 every December
24 days' holiday+ bank holidays + your birthday off
Earn up to8 additional days' annual leave
Work from anywhere in the world for up to2 weeks each year
Early finish every Friday ( 2:30 pm )
Private healthcare
Gym membership
Enhanced maternity and paternity package
Ongoing training, mentoring and leadership development
Realistic monthly commission earnings of£8,000–£20,000+
A genuine opportunity to progress into leadership as we continue to growWhy Join Now?
Timing is everything.
You'll be joining at the beginning of our journey — not years down the line.
Instead of inheriting an established desk, you'll help build one.Instead of being recruiter number 100, you'll be one of ourfounding consultants , helping shape the culture, direction and future of Connect-AI as we continue to grow across the UK, Europe and the US.
