Job Description
Principal Recruitment Consultant
ATA Recruitment (Trading name of Ganymede Solutions)
Sector: Contract Engineering Recruitment
Location: Leicester (LE3)
Salary: Up to £37,000 basic (DOE) + Uncapped Commission + Up to £5,000 Car Allowance
Ready to step into a role where you can fully own and scale your contract desk?
ATA Recruitment is expanding its Contract Engineering division in Leicester and is looking for a senior-level consultant ready to take full ownership of their own desk.
This is a genuine opportunity to take control of a live, high-demand market and build a desk as your own business within a business, with the autonomy, support, and infrastructure to scale it your way.
If you’re an experienced recruiter who wants more control, more accountability, and more reward for what you build, this is the differentiator.
The Opportunity
You’ll operate with full ownership of your desk within the contract engineering market, giving you the freedom to shape your approach, strategy, and client base.
* Build, develop, and scale your own contract desk with full commercial ownership
* Win and grow client relationships through a consultative, high-value approach
* Manage the full 360 recruitment lifecycle across a fast-paced contract market
* Leverage an active, candidate-rich and client-proven sector to generate revenue quickly
* Drive performance through your own activity, strategy, and market positioning
You’ll be surrounded by high performers, including top billers and an experienced leadership team, but with the autonomy expected at principal level.
Why ATA Recruitment?
Full Desk Ownership
Real autonomy to run, grow, and shape your own desk.
Established Market Opportunity
A proven, high-demand contract market with strong foundations.
Senior-Level Environment
Work alongside experienced, high-performing consultants with full independence.
High Earning Potential
Uncapped commission and strong repeat revenue from contract work.
Clear Progression Pathway
Genuine opportunities to move into senior or leadership roles.
Support, Not Micromanagement
Access to tools, data, and infrastructure without unnecessary oversight.
Part of Something Bigger
Backed by Ganymede and RTC Group PLC, offering stability and long-term credibility.
Next Steps
If you’re an experienced recruiter looking for a role where you can own your desk and drive your own success, get in touch for a confidential discussion about opportunities at ATA Recruitment.