Wimbledon – Hybrid (four days in office, one day from home)
Base salary + Uncapped commission + Bonuses
At Harnham, we specialise exclusively in Data & AI recruitment and have done so for nearly two decades. Our UK Data Science team is one of the highest-performing teams in the business, delivering consistently at a high level across permanent hiring for clients ranging from fast-growing start-ups to global enterprise organisations.
We are now hiring a Data Science Manager to take ownership of day-to-day leadership within the team and play a key role in its next phase of growth.
This is a hands-on management role for someone who enjoys leading from the front. You will balance active billing with the responsibility of managing, coaching, and developing a team of consultants in a high-fee, high-expectation market.
The Opportunity
The Data Science team is a core part of Harnham’s Data & AI offering and has built a strong reputation for quality delivery, repeat business, and market expertise. With recent team changes and new junior hires joining, we are looking for a manager who can bring structure, energy, and strong people leadership.
You will manage a small but high-performing team, including experienced billers and junior consultants, while continuing to contribute commercially through your own desk. This role offers clear scope to step into a more senior leadership position as the team continues to scale.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Leading from the front with active personal billings alongside team management responsibilities
* Managing, coaching, and developing a team of consultants, including junior recruiters and experienced billers
* Driving performance through structured 1:1s, clear expectations, and consistent coaching
* Supporting consultants with client strategy, deal management, and complex processes
* Building and expanding client relationships across the Data Science and AI market
* Acting as a senior point of escalation for clients and candidates when required
* Working closely with senior leadership to support team growth, culture, and long-term planning
Who We’re Looking For
* An experienced 360 recruiter with a strong billing track record
* Proven experience managing and developing recruiters, ideally within a technical or specialist market
* Comfortable managing a mix of junior consultants and high performers
* Confident, assertive, and able to challenge constructively when needed
* Commercially minded and able to balance leadership with personal performance
* Data Science or broader data/technical recruitment experience is advantageous, but not essential
We are open to candidates operating at Manager or Senior Manager level, with final level determined by management experience, commercial impact, and leadership scope.
Why Join Harnham?
* Join a market-leading Data & AI recruitment business with a strong UK and global presence
* Manage a high-performing Data Science team with excellent market conditions and repeat business
* Competitive base salary with uncapped commission and leadership incentives
* Clear progression toward Senior Manager and beyond as the team grows
* Strong leadership support, structured development, and a collaborative culture