Principal Consultant

BioTalent’s story began in 2018, and since then we have gone from strength to strength. Fast forward to 2025, and we are firmly established as a market leader in Life Sciences recruitment , known for rewarding high performers and accelerating ambitious careers. We provide end-to-end recruitment solutions to life sciences companies with one clear mission: a to make a positive impact on global health . Headquartered in London, we now operate across six international locations, with bold expansion plans across Europe and the USA throughout 2025 and 2026. Our specialist teams support a broad range of markets, including Research and Development, Engineering and CQV, Data Science and AI, Quality, Clinical, Regulatory, Medical and Drug Safety, and Commercial. Why BioTalent? We are serious about performance, development, and long-term careers. With an established Learning and Development function, highly experienced senior leadership, and a proven track record of scaling consultants, we have helped recruiters grow from strong performers into top-billing, market-leading consultants . At The IN Group, seven-figure billers are not the exception. They are the benchmark and so is 50% commission! The Opportunity We are hiring Senior and Principal Consultants to join our New York office in the heart of the Financial District, working closely with Josh and the US leadership team. This is a client-facing, 360 recruitment role where you will have full ownership of your market. You will be responsible for building your own client base, deepening relationships with existing partners, and delivering best-in-class talent solutions to life sciences businesses across the US and globally. You will join a high-performing, ambitious team with the backing, infrastructure, and investment needed to scale quickly and sustainably. Key Responsibilities Drive new business development with confidence, using consultative and value-led approaches Build, manage, and grow long-term client relationships, including land and expand strategies Source, headhunt, and engage high-calibre life sciences talent using LinkedIn Recruiter and specialist industry channels Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from initial briefing through to offer negotiation and onboarding Coordinate interviews, gather detailed feedback, and advise both clients and candidates throughout the process Maintain accurate and compliant records across Bullhorn and internal systems Position yourself as a trusted market expert within your chosen life sciences niche What We’re Looking For A proven and consistent billing track record in a 360 recruitment environment Strong business development capability with a confident, consultative style Life sciences recruitment experience is advantageous, but not essential for those with the right mindset and learning agility Ability to build rapport quickly, problem-solve effectively, and perform under pressure A self-starter mentality with ambition, optimism, and emerging leadership qualities Results-driven, financially motivated, and committed to delivering high standards Highly organised, professional, and accountable in everything you do What You’ll Get in Return Tailored leadership development and ongoing mentorship from your Director An industry-leading commission structure of up to 50% , plus bonuses, incentives, and competitions Best-in-class recruitment technology and extensive Learning and Development support Generous annual leave, including birthday leave, charity days, period leave, and additional benefits Flexible working arrangements, including remote options Regular company lunches, team socials, and all-expenses-paid incentive trips Healthcare subsidies, gym memberships, and wellbeing initiatives A mature, inclusive, and supportive environment with genuine career progression A proven platform where many consultants double their billings within 12 months Ready to join us? If you are ambitious, commercially driven, and excited by the opportunity to build something special in New York , we would love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Eve Coxeter at View email address on click.appcast.io for a confidential conversation. #J-18808-Ljbffr BioTalent