Job Description
Recruitment Consultant (Open to Senior for the right candidate)
Location
Hybrid UK-based – Worthing or Brighton area preferred
Open to remote in some circumstances
Salary
Up to £28,000 base plus up to 20% uncapped commission – OTE £85,000+
Skilltorch is a dynamic recruitment specialist focused exclusively on the AI market. We partner with cutting-edge companies across the UK, Europe, and North America to place go-to-market and technical talent in senior and executive roles within emerging markets including AI, Automation, Robotics and Semiconductor. Our founder, recently featured on BBC’s The Apprentice 2025, has also spoken on stage at Spotify, NBC Universal, leading universities, and appeared in global news publications. With a proven track record working with tech giants like Amazon and Blackberry, Skilltorch offers unparalleled opportunity for growth and success.
We are seeking an ambitious self-starter with a proven billing history to join our fast-growing team. You will be confident with proactive outreach including cold calling, voice notes, booking face-to-face meetings, and building strong relationships with C-suite executives and investors. Email outreach alone will not cut it here. You will also benefit from our notable LinkedIn presence which supports building your personal brand within the AI space.
To succeed, you will need to work flexible hours to connect with US clients. We support a healthy work-life balance with hybrid working and work-from-anywhere days.
What You Will Do
* New business focus is key - this is a full 360 role with emphasis on new logo acquisition
* Building your own brand awareness as well as developing SkillTorch to be the agency of choice for AI.
* Source and place top go-to-market and technical talent across the globe
* Manage the full recruitment cycle from winning business through to placement and onboarding
* Drive outbound outreach through calls, voice notes, personalised engagement, and spec most placeable candidates to secure meetings and grow your network
* Focus on the candidate journey, spending time understanding candidate requirements and building lasting relationships
* Use social media to build your personal brand and enhance Skilltorch’s reputation
Who You Are
* A driven 360 recruiter with a proven billing record and demonstrated success in achieving targets and driving revenue growth
* Comfortable conducting high volumes of business development and building strong relationships
* Skilled in innovative outreach methods beyond email
* Passionate about AI and excited to grow your personal brand in a fast-expanding market
* Willing to work flexible hours to align with US East Coast business times
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to build and maintain client relationships
* Resilient and proactive, thriving in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
* Eligible to work in the UK without visa sponsorship
What You Bring
* At least 2 years of experience in full-cycle recruitment ideally within Robotics, Cybersecurity, AI or similar sectors
* A previous track record of building out markets, £150k + billings to back this up
* A desire to improve
* Confidence working in a fast-paced environment handling mid to senior roles
* Strong communication skills and a proactive attitude
* Genuine interest in emerging technology and market trends
Why Join SkillTorch?
* Opportunity to work alongside the founder and build a truly international business in Sussex
* International travel
* Work remotely with full support and mentorship to develop your career
* Access to advanced AI recruitment tools to supercharge your sourcing and outreach efficiency
* Earning potential of £85,000 OTE, with commission tiers designed to reward high performers
* Monthly rewards including gift cards, directors’ lunches, away days, dinners, and more
* Birthdays off
* Hybrid working to suit your lifestyle with work-from-anywhere days for ultimate flexibility
* An adult, trust-based working environment with a strong focus on success and innovation
* Regular networking opportunities
* Ongoing training and leadership development to support your career growth
* Casual dress code so you can be yourself at work
Please note we are not working with rec2rec agencies at this time.