Senior/ Principal Recruitment Consultant in Reading, Berkshire

Murray McIntosh is a specialist recruitment consultancy with a strong industry reputation built on quality, integrity and long‑term partnerships. We work with high‑profile clients across policy, engineering and the Water sector, taking a consultative, insight‑led approach to recruitment in complex, regulated and technical markets.

Senior consultants at Murray McIntosh play a key role in shaping client partnerships, growing specialist markets and contributing to the long‑term success of the business.

We are recruiting Senior Recruitment Consultants across several teams. This role suits an experienced recruiter who enjoys owning client relationships, developing markets and acting as a role model within a collaborative team.

Our office is based in Goring-on Thames and we work from home on Fridays.

What you will be doing

• Leading recruitment delivery within your specialist area
• Developing and expanding key client accounts
• Winning new business through reputation, insight and trusted relationships
• Mentoring junior consultants and contributing to team development
• Advising clients on workforce planning and market trends
• Driving desk performance while maintaining quality and credibility

About you

• Proven sales experience with a strong billing track record
• Confident managing senior stakeholders and complex searches
• Comfortable operating autonomously while contributing to a team environment
• Ambitious and interested in long‑term progression
• Values quality, reputation and specialist knowledge

Murray McIntosh is committed to building an inclusive and supportive workplace. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are happy to discuss any adjustments needed to support you through the recruitment process.

Our specialist teams

Policy & Public Affairs. Working within industry, regulators, trade associations, charities and consultancies, we support our clients to recruit niche talent in policy, public affairs, communications and economics.

Engineering. Recruiting across disciplines from mechanical and electrical through to design and systems engineering. We work with defence, aerospace, manufacturing, science and research industries, supporting permanent and contract hiring at all levels.

Water. Partnering with water companies, consultancies and framework partners across clean and wastewater, infrastructure, environmental and capital programmes, with a strong contractor focus and long‑term client relationships.

Benefits
We offer clear career progression, accredited training and ongoing coaching, alongside excellent uncapped commission. Benefits also include private health insurance, a generous annual leave allowance, regular team socials including summer and Christmas parties. Our culture supports balance and wellbeing, with work‑from‑home Fridays and a collaborative, grown‑up working environment.