Permanent Recruitment Consultant (m/f/d)

Location: Reading,UK

Workplace type: Onsite

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A Bit About Halian

If you're thinking about your next move, think big. At Halian, you're not just taking a job, you're building a future. With nearly 30 years of experience in the industry, we’ve grown into a fast-moving, people-first company that champions talent, celebrates ambition, and creates real opportunity. Whether you're switching lanes, stepping up, or exploring something new, there’s no better place to grow than right here.

Why choose to grow with Halian? Because ambition is rewarded here, with performance-driven incentives, monthly lucky dips, unforgettable annual trips, and continuous learning to keep you ahead. We celebrate effort, not just outcomes, and your voice always matters. This is a company where you’re seen, heard, and valued. So if you're ready for something more, don't look elsewhere, look around you. Join #halianlife and take your next big step with a team that’s already behind you.

Role Overview

As a 360 Technology Permanent Recruitment Consultant, you will own the full permanent recruitment lifecycle, from business development and client management through to candidate sourcing, delivery, offer management, and account growth.

Based in Reading, this role is focused on the UK technology permanent recruitment market. You will partner with enterprise organisations, public sector bodies, global consultancies, and technology vendors to deliver high-quality permanent technology professionals across specialist and business-critical roles.

This is a highly commercial role suited to an experienced technology recruiter who enjoys developing new business, building specialist candidate networks, and creating long-term client relationships.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Business Development & Client Growth

• Build and grow a profitable portfolio of permanent technology recruitment clients across the UK.

• Identify and develop new business opportunities within enterprise, public sector, and private sector organisations.

• Generate permanent recruitment opportunities through proactive business development.

• Build trusted relationships with hiring managers, talent acquisition teams, technology leaders, and senior decision-makers.

• Position Halian as a trusted partner for permanent technology recruitment and specialist talent solutions.

• Negotiate commercial terms and manage the full sales cycle.

Permanent Recruitment Delivery

• Manage the complete permanent recruitment process from requirement qualification through to successful placement and onboarding.

• Source, headhunt, and engage high-quality technology professionals across the UK and international markets.

• Conduct structured candidate interviews and qualification.

• Present high-quality shortlists within agreed delivery timeframes.

• Manage interview processes, candidate feedback, offer negotiation, and closing.

• Deliver an exceptional candidate experience throughout the recruitment journey.

Candidate Network Development

• Build and maintain a strong network of technology professionals across permanent markets.

• Develop talent pools across niche and in-demand technology skillsets.

• Headhunt passive candidates for specialist and senior appointments.

• Support candidates with market insights, interview preparation, and career guidance.

• Maintain regular engagement with candidates to build long-term relationships and future pipelines.

Technology Market Specialisation

Develop expertise across key technology disciplines including:

• Cloud & Infrastructure
• Cybersecurity
• Data & AI
• Software Engineering
• ERP & Enterprise Applications
• Digital & Product
• PMO & Transformation
• Architecture & Engineering Leadership

Maintain strong knowledge of candidate availability, salary levels, competitor activity, and hiring trends across the UK technology market.

Strategic Market Focus

• Build a defined client portfolio within enterprise organisations, public sector bodies, system integrators, consultancies, and global technology vendors.

• Develop targeted account plans across priority UK markets.

• Stay informed on technology investment, digital transformation programmes, AI adoption, cloud migration, and major hiring activity across the UK market.

• Become a recognised specialist within your chosen technology market.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 2+ years' experience as a Technology Recruitment Consultant, with experience in permanent recruitment.

• Proven success in 360 recruitment, including business development, client management, candidate sourcing, and successful permanent placements.

• Experience recruiting technology professionals across one or more specialist technology verticals.

• Strong track record of developing new business and building long-term client relationships.

• Strong sourcing, headhunting, and talent-mapping capabilities.

• Excellent commercial awareness with strong negotiation and closing skills.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

• Highly organised with strong prioritisation and time management skills.

• Resilient, ambitious, and motivated to succeed in a target-driven environment.

Why Join Us

• Access to leading enterprise clients and major technology organisations across the UK.

• Opportunity to specialise in high-growth technology markets and build your own client and candidate network.

• Clear career progression with structured development and mentorship.

• Competitive salary with uncapped commission and strong earning potential.

• Collaborative international environment with ongoing training and development.

• Exposure to Halian’s wider workforce solutions, including contract staffing, managed services, project delivery, and outsourcing.

At Halian, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are integral to our success. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, gender, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them unique. Join us in building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the communities we serve and helps drive innovation in the recruitment industry.