Permanent People | Rec2Rec | Recruitment-to-Recruitment | R2R
Jan 30, 2026
Full time
Principal Recruitment Consultant - Contract Technology (Germany Desk) London Permanent People Rec2Rec are proud to be working with an established international, executive recruitment firm, who are looking to appoint a Principal Recruitment Consultant to launch and grow a brand-new Germany-focused contract Technology desk from their London office. This is a hands-on, billing role with leadership potential - making it an ideal opportunity for an experienced recruiter who is ready to step up in their career. The Role Build and run a new German contract Technology desk from London. Drive business development, winning and managing key client relationships. Leverage from current client base on the permanent side, across various sectors. Source and place top-tier technology contractors into innovative German businesses. Work closely with senior management to scale the desk and develop growth strategies. Establish yourself as the go-to expert for German contract technology recruitment . Grow a team of recruiters at agreed timescales. What We're Looking For Solid experience in contract technology recruitment, ideally with exposure to the German market. Fluency in German language or strong knowledge of the German contract market essential. Proven billing track record with consistent delivery. Any knowledge of the compliance and laws in the German contract market an advantage. Entrepreneurial mindset with a drive to build and grow a desk from the ground up. Ambition to step into a principal-level position and take on added responsibility. Strong relationship-building and business development skills. Someone who is ambitious, collaborative, curious and a self-starter. What's On Offer Competitive base salary with excellent commission scheme. A genuine chance to step up into a Principal role and shape a new desk. Market leading training at all levels. The support of an established recruitment business with international reach. Clear career progression into leadership as the desk grows. Exposure to the booming German technology contract market with huge earning potential. Opportunity to relocate to Germany in the future (if that's what you want!). Interested? Apply today via Permanent People to learn more about this exciting opportunity to lead and grow a new German contract Technology desk from London.