Recruitment Consultant - Life Sciences

About Discover International

Discover International is a specialist recruitment agency situated in the City of London, focusing on connecting leading pharmaceutical and biotech companies with senior-level talent instrumental in advancing new medical treatments. Operating across Europe and the US, the firm is expanding its London division.

Role Overview

We seek ambitious individuals to join our London team as Recruitment Consultants. The role involves identifying and engaging with high-caliber professionals, primarily in life sciences sectors, to place them into senior executive positions at leading companies. The position offers significantly higher earning potential compared to standard sales or commercial roles, driven by high-value executive placements. Although prior experience in recruitment or life sciences is advantageous, it is not mandatory.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with C-suite and Director-level professionals within pharmaceuticals, biotech, and healthcare consulting sectors.
• Develop skills to secure both retained and contingent search mandates from senior clients, establishing trusted partnerships.
• Conduct headhunting to locate passive candidates at Principal, Director, VP, and Partner levels who are not actively seeking new roles.
• Manage comprehensive executive search processes from initial contact to offer acceptance and role commencement.
• Negotiate substantial offers and fees, with placements frequently generating five-figure commissions.
• Build and maintain a specialist market area, becoming a leading authority within that segment.

What Sets This Role Apart

Unlike typical entry-level recruitment positions focused on a high volume of low-value placements, this role centers on fewer but higher-value executive searches. This approach results in deeper client relationships and commission structures that reward quality over quantity.

Desired Qualities and Experience

• Confidence in initiating conversations and quickly building rapport with new contacts.
• Strong ambition coupled with a competitive drive.
• Resilience and adaptability within a target-oriented environment.
• Authentic interest in sales and business development activities.
• Demonstrated work ethic with personal accountability for achieving results.

Applicants with backgrounds in hospitality, retail, competitive sports, or sales-related, customer-facing roles are encouraged to apply.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive base salary supplemented by uncapped commissions, with top performers earning significantly above average for comparable roles.
• Clear advancement opportunities based on performance milestones rather than tenure.
• Comprehensive training programs and continuing support from seasoned consultants.
• Exposure to an international client portfolio spanning Europe and the United States.
• Quarterly social events at premier London restaurants.
• Annual incentive trips to notable destinations such as Las Vegas, Ibiza, Rio, Puerto Rico, and Colombia.
• Frequent team-building activities fostering a collaborative and success-oriented culture.