Own Your Market | Data & AI Recruitment Consultant (Contract)
London – Bishopsgate | Hybrid (4:1)
£35,000–£50,000 + Uncapped Commission (No Threshold)
Ready for more than just another desk?
If you’re currently recruiting in Data or AI and feel like your growth has stalled, this opportunity is designed to change that.
At SThree, you won’t be starting from scratch. You’ll step into a live contract market with momentum, giving you the platform to scale quickly, bill confidently, and build real market authority.
What you’ll walk into
This isn’t a cold start.
* A contract desk with active contractors generating revenue
* Established relationships across a high-demand client base
* The freedom to shape and grow your own vertical
You’ll operate in a fully 360 capacity, taking ownership of both client development and candidate engagement, with a clear focus on driving revenue and long-term partnerships.
Why this market stands out
You already understand the fundamentals of Data / AI recruitment — but here’s what sets this apart:
* The market is candidate-led and high value
* Contractors are core to business-critical projects
* Clients expect insight, not just CVs
Success here isn’t about speed — it’s about credibility, network depth, and consistency.
This is recruitment done properly: consultative, specialist, and relationship-first.
Your space: London’s Data & AI ecosystem
You’ll be working within one of the most advanced tech markets in Europe:
* High-growth AI startups and scaleups
* Established FinTech and data-led businesses
* Global organisations investing heavily in ML, cloud, and automation
Typical roles will sit across:
* Data Engineering & Python ecosystems
* Machine Learning & AI
* Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Expect high demand, strong margins, and repeat business potential.
Who thrives in this role
This is built for recruiters who:
* Have a proven track record in Data / AI recruitment
* Are comfortable running a 360 desk with a BD focus
* Want ownership, autonomy, and earning potential
* Take pride in being seen as a market specialist, not just a recruiter
What you won’t be doing
Let’s be clear — this isn’t:
* A resourcing or delivery-only role
* Internal Talent Acquisition
* Volume-based, KPI-heavy CV pushing
What makes SThree different
No limits on earnings
Uncapped commission with zero threshold
Rewarding high performance
Access to global incentive trips through Elite Club
Strong benefits package
Private healthcare (BUPA), share scheme + up to £20k annual bonuses
Structured progression
Clear career pathways supported by our Velocity development programme
Culture that backs ambition
A high-performing, diverse team where people are genuinely encouraged to think big and go all in
Let’s talk
If you’re ready to take ownership of a market, elevate your earnings, and build something long-term, this is worth exploring.