Be among the first 25 applicants for the Principal Recruitment Consultant role at Milk Education.
Why Milk Education?
Milk Education is an independently owned education consultancy with ambitious national growth plans. In just 3.5 years, we’ve grown from 4 offices to 9, including recent launches in Nottingham and London City Centre.
We operate with a modern, high-trust culture that gives senior consultants the freedom to run their desk like a business, supported by industry-leading technology, strong leadership, and a genuinely values-led environment. We’re also proud founders of the Make Life Kind Foundation, ensuring the work we do has impact beyond revenue.
The Role: Principal Recruitment Consultant
As a Principal Recruitment Consultant, you’ll operate in a full 360 capacity, owning and developing relationships across Primary, Secondary or SEND education. You’ll have the autonomy to shape your market, grow your client base, and drive revenue, while contributing to the wider growth of the Sheffield branch.
This role is ideal for a senior consultant who enjoys billing at a high level and wants a clear, transparent route to Management (should leadership be part of your longer-term plan).
Key responsibilities of a Principal Recruitment Consultant include:
* Building and developing long-term partnerships with schools
* Driving new business through strategic, value-led business development
* Managing the full recruitment lifecycle end to end
* Market mapping and identifying growth opportunities
* Delivering a high-quality experience for both clients and candidates
* Playing a key role in the continued expansion of the branch
What’s in it for you?
* Highly competitive commission structure (10% - 20% of all weekly GP)
* Big Biller Bonus (£5k a year bonus for £200k+ billers)
* Clear progression framework from day one (defined pathway)
* 23 days holiday + 8 bank holidays + Xmas eve, Birthday and Charity days
* Extra holidays available for school governors
* Market-leading recruitment tech.
* Empowerment Days: work from home twice a month (increasing to three)
* Online Doctor Service & Employee Assistance Programme
* Life Insurance, Critical Illness & Income Protection
* Personal and professional development tailored to senior consultants
* Free mortgage consultation, eye tests & will-writing service
* Wellness Wednesdays (extended lunch)
* Early Finish Fridays with in-house bar
* Dog-friendly offices
* Major annual company events and regular team socials
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Staffing and Recruiting and Education
Base pay range
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Ready to take ownership of your next move? If you’re a Principal Recruitment Consultant who wants more control, more reward, and a business you can genuinely buy into, Milk Education offers a platform where your experience is valued and your impact is visible.
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