Head of Engineering Recruitment

  • Red King Resourcing
  • Reading, Oxfordshire
  • Feb 12, 2026
Full time HR / Recruitment

Job Description

Red King Resourcing is looking for an experienced Head of Engineering Recruitment to join us and lead the development of an Engineering division within the business!

This is a hands-on leadership role. You will take responsibility for growing the Engineering offering, managing one existing consultant while adding to the Team, and building out the Division over time.



The Role

  • Develop and grow an Engineering recruitment desk (permanent and contract)

  • Manage and support one existing consultant, as well as recruiting new Consultants

  • Win new business and develop Client relationships

  • Deliver against revenue targets

  • Help shape the long-term direction of the Engineering Function

  • Recruit and grow the team as revenue increases



About You

  • Proven track record billing within Engineering recruitment

  • At least 3 years experience as an Engineering Recruiter
  • Experience mentoring or managing Consultants

  • Confident in business development and account management

  • Commercially aware and comfortable taking ownership of a function

  • Motivated by the opportunity to grow something within a stable business



What We Offer

  • Salary of 45,000 - 55,000 per annum + Commission
  • Established brand and operational support

  • Autonomy to develop your own market and Team

  • Uncapped commission structure

  • Clear opportunity to grow the team and your own responsibility

This role would suit a Principal/Managing Recruiter or current Specialism Manager who wants more ownership and the opportunity to build a division within a growing recruitment company.

For a confidential discussion, please reach out to Maddie to find out more!