Senior Recruitment Consultant – Life Sciences

2 days ago

Manchester, New Hampshire, United Kingdom Permanent People Rec2Rec Full time £40,000 - £80,000 per year

Senior Recruitment Consultant – Life Sciences & Pharma

Hybrid | Offices in Manchester, London & Portsmouth

Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits, Bonus Scheme & Culture

About the Business

A leading Life Sciences recruitment consultancy with over 18 years of sector expertise is expanding its team. Partnering with some of the world's top Pharmaceutical, Biotech, and Life Sciences organisations, they're known for a consultative, people-first approach and outstanding client relationships.

As part of an award-winning group recognised for excellence in customer service and employee development, this is an opportunity to join a high-performing, supportive environment where you'll be empowered to succeed your way.

Why Join?

  • Flexibility & Autonomy:
    Work remotely or hybrid, with access to offices in Manchester, London, and Portsmouth
  • No activity KPIs:
    You'll be trusted to manage your own desk and deliver results your way
  • Flexible hours:
    Designed to promote genuine work-life balance
  • Collaborative culture:
    Supportive, fun, and non-corporate

Career Development

  • Clear progression routes into leadership or specialist roles
  • Ongoing training, mentoring, and involvement in strategic projects
  • Exposure to UK, European, and US markets

Rewards & Benefits

  • Competitive base salary + performance bonus
  • 25 days' holiday (rising to additional days for hitting target
  • Option to buy/sell up to 3 days' holiday annually
  • Private healthcare
  • Early Friday finish

Plus:

  • Quarterly incentives, lunches, and social events
  • "Consultant of the Month" recognition with extra holiday & cash rewards
  • Fun, inclusive team culture

The Role

As a
Senior Recruitment Consultant
, you'll manage the full recruitment cycle, building strong client partnerships, sourcing exceptional talent, and delivering a premium candidate experience across Pharma, Biotech, and Life Sciences markets.

You'll benefit from tailored business development and marketing support, plus guidance from an experienced, hands-on leadership team.

The role also offers scope to progress into Team Leader or strategic business roles as the company continues to grow.

What We're Looking For

  • Proven recruitment experience (ideally within Life Sciences or Pharma)
  • Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills
  • Consultative, professional, and quality-driven approach
  • Ambitious, proactive, and team-focused mindset
  • A sense of humour and a passion for success

Whether you're seeking
greater autonomy
,
a better work-life balance
, or
a culture that genuinely values its people
, this is an opportunity to grow your career in a thriving, people-focused environment.

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