Senior Technology Recruitment Consultant - UK BioTech

Senior / Principal Consultant – UK Software AI

£30,000 – £55,000 base + commission
8:30am–5:30pm Mon–Thurs | 8:30am–4pm Friday
AI, BioAI, Drug Discovery, Synthetic Data | High‑growth UK market

Manchester City Centre. 

If you're an experienced recruiter who wants to work in one of the most exciting, future‑focused markets in the UK, this opportunity gives you direct access to clients who are genuinely shaping the future of AI in life sciences.

A specialist recruitment firm operating across deep‑tech, AI, and next‑generation engineering is expanding its UK Software AI division. They are looking for a Senior or Principal Consultant to join a high‑performing team with strong momentum, established relationships, and a clear roadmap for growth.

Why this market is exceptional

The team has recently secured two major new clients operating at the forefront of BioAI. These organisations are scaling rapidly and require ongoing support across multiple technical disciplines, including:

• Drug discovery
• Computational biology
• Synthetic data
• Advanced AI and ML engineering
• Next‑generation software platforms

This creates a steady flow of high‑value vacancies and the chance to partner with companies using AI to transform healthcare, accelerate scientific discovery, and build the next wave of life‑changing technology.

This is a market where your work has real impact — and where clients value deep expertise and long‑term partnership.

What you'll step into

• A warm, active desk with strong client relationships already in place
• A team that operates inch‑wide, mile‑deep across AI and software engineering
• A niche with exceptional fee potential and long‑term demand
• A supportive environment with experienced consultants who know their markets
• A division with huge growth potential and a clear strategic focus

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys complex technical markets, wants to build long‑term partnerships, and is motivated by the chance to work with clients at the cutting edge of AI innovation.

Why you'll want to work here

A grown‑up, specialist environment

You'll be surrounded by experienced recruiters who operate with autonomy, depth, and genuine expertise. There are no pointless KPIs, no micromanagement, and no revolving door of juniors. Every hire is intentional, and every consultant plays a meaningful role in shaping the business.

High‑value, future‑proof markets

AI, BioAI, and advanced software engineering are some of the fastest‑growing sectors in the world. The demand is strong, the work is fascinating, and the earning potential is significant.

A culture built on support and collaboration

This is a team that shares knowledge, celebrates wins, and genuinely wants each other to succeed. It's ambitious without ego, and high‑performing without toxicity.

Perks & incentives

Performance rewards

• Elite working hours for high performers (late starts, early finishes, or extended lunches)
• Quarterly Achievers Club at top Manchester restaurants
• Two annual holidays (summer & winter) for target hitters
• Promotion meal for two, fully paid
• Monthly team performance sprints with prizes

• Who this suits

• Recruiters who enjoy deep technical markets
• People who want to build long‑term client partnerships
• Consultants who thrive in a mature, specialist environment
• Individuals motivated by high‑value work and strong earning potential
• Recruiters who want to be part of a team shaping the future of AI talent

If you want to build a high‑performing desk in a market with huge long‑term potential — and do it in a supportive, expert‑led environment — this is a brilliant opportunity.

For more information, please contact Kim Stakes  at Applaud Recruitment