Principal recruitment consultant

Principal Recruitment Consultant – Education

Milk Education | Liverpool City Centre HQ

Are you an experienced recruiter with a strong temporary recruitment background who is ready for more autonomy, more influence and a bigger opportunity? At Milk Education, we're looking for a Principal Recruitment Consultant to join our growing Liverpool team. This is an opportunity for an established recruiter to take ownership of a successful desk, drive business growth and become a key figure within one of the UK's fastest-growing education recruitment businesses.

We're looking for someone who enjoys building lasting client partnerships, identifying new opportunities and leading from the front. You'll have the freedom to shape your market, develop your own strategy and play a significant role in the future success of the team.

Working across Primary, Secondary and SEND education recruitment, you'll join a purpose‑led business that combines commercial success with a genuine commitment to making a positive impact in education.

Why Join Milk Education?

Since launching, we've grown to nine offices in just 3.5 years while staying true to the values that have helped us build a collaborative, people‑first culture. We believe in developing our people, celebrating success and creating clear opportunities for progression. Whether your goal is to become a Team Leader, Manager or simply maximise your earnings, we'll provide the support and tools to help you get there.

Alongside industry‑leading technology and dedicated Learning & Development support, you'll enjoy a business that genuinely invests in its people through wellbeing initiatives, social events and community‑focused projects such as Make Life Kind and Unbottled.

The Opportunity

As a Principal Recruitment Consultant, you'll take ownership of a warm, established desk with existing client relationships, live vacancies and significant scope for growth.

Responsibilities

• Growing and developing an established education recruitment desk
• Building strategic partnerships with schools and multi‑academy trusts
• Driving new business opportunities and expanding market presence
• Managing the full recruitment lifecycle from attraction through to placement
• Delivering exceptional service to both clients and candidates
• Acting as a role model and trusted mentor within the wider team
• Supporting the continued growth and success of the Liverpool branch

What We're Looking For

• Proven recruitment experience, ideally within a temporary recruitment environment
• Strong business development and client relationship management skills
• A proactive and commercially focused mindset
• The ability to build credibility and influence at all levels
• Ambition, resilience and a desire to continuously improve
• A passion for delivering outstanding results and service

What's In It For You

• Uncapped commission structure and big biller incentives
• Flexible working and hybrid options
• Up to 3 Empowering Day‑k holidays
• Birthday leave and charity days
• Online GP access and wellbeing support
• Best‑in‑class recruitment technology
• Clear progression pathways into leadership and management

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're looking for a role that offers genuine ownership, strong earning potential, career progression and the opportunity to make a real impact within a growing business, we'd love to hear from you.

Contact Victoria Riley, Talent Manager, apply today, or connect with us on LinkedIn to learn more.