Principal Recruitment Consultant - FMCG and Consumer Retail

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Leeds
Role: Principal Recruitment Consultant - FMCG and Consumer Retail

Location: Leeds City Centre (Hybrid)

Division: Sales & Marketing, Consumer Practice

Package: Basic Salary: £35,000-£45,000 + Uncapped Commission (up to 40% of billings) + £4,800 Car Allowance + Paid Car Parking + Private Healthcare & Many Other Benefits

Henderson Scott is expanding its high-performing Consumer Practice within the Sales & Marketing Division, and we're looking for an experienced recruiter to take on a Principal Consultant role in our Leeds office.

The Role

You'll play a leading role in shaping senior-level recruitment across the Consumer & FMCG markets - covering categories such as food, drink, cosmetics, home and pet. You'll manage end-to-end mandates, drive business development, nurture key client relationships and become a trusted advisor on hiring strategy, market insight and talent trends.
You'll also play a key role in driving the growth of the Consumer Practice, with scope to mentor others and help define our market presence.

What You'll Bring

Proven success in recruitment within FMCG, Consumer, Retail or related sectors
A strong track record of fees, business development and senior-level delivery
Confidence managing client relationships and leading strategic hiring projects
A proactive, commercial, ambitious mindset
Desire to contribute to a growing, PE-backed, high-performance divisionWhat We Offer

Fantastic, market leading package (see above)
Award winning training and development programmes for employees of all levels
Hybrid working with autonomy and flexibility
Clear routes to future leadership
A collaborative, high-growth environment backed by investment and a proven reputation across Sales & Marketing and Consumer marketsIf you're a driven, credible recruiter looking for a bigger platform, stronger backing and genuine career progression - this is a standout opportunity.

For further information contact Alex Bourne: (url removed)

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age
Posted 2026-04-14

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