Recruitment Consultant

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

Gibson Watts is a leadership recruitment and search consultancy specializing in the Clean Energy and Technology sectors. Our mission goes beyond placing talent—we support organizations driving transformative innovation and contributing to a sustainable future. With a proven track record of placing exceptional professionals in roles that make meaningful impacts for multinational corporations and dynamic start-ups, we’re recognized for our expertise and commitment to excellence.

The Role:

We are looking for Recruitment Consultants to join us in either a 360° recruitment role or a delivery consultant/account management position (for those seeking to focus on client and candidate engagement without business development).

You will support clients in identifying and attracting top talent for senior and executive-level positions within the Clean Energy sector. This is a dynamic and rewarding opportunity to contribute to a high-growth industry while advancing your career with a collaborative and innovative team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and candidates.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment for senior-level roles or focus on delivery/account management.
• Provide tailored recruitment solutions to meet the unique needs of our clients.
• Collaborate with team members to deliver exceptional results on exclusive and retained assignments.
• Leverage your expertise to identify new opportunities and drive growth (360° roles).

What Sets Us Apart?

• Cleantech Focus: Be part of a purpose-driven organization operating in emerging markets, making a real difference for today and the future.
• High Growth Industry: Work in a rapidly expanding sector with high demand for skilled professionals, creating abundant opportunities for business success.
• Exclusive Assignments: Deliver recruitment services on exclusive or retained contracts, ensuring less competition and higher success rates.
• Freedom and Innovation: Operate in an empowering environment that encourages new ideas and creative approaches to recruitment.

Our Culture:

• Trust-Based Working: Enjoy a working environment that values flexibility and respects your personal time.
• We operate with shared goals and support one another, without client or candidate ownership.
• No rigid KPIs or micro-management—success is measured by outcomes, not spreadsheets.
• Fun and Community: Regular outings, quarterly parties, and team-building activities ensure a positive and enjoyable workplace.

Incentives:

• High commission levels on top of competitive base salaries.
• Quarterly rewards, yearly trip incentives, and celebratory events.
• Flexibility to innovate and contribute to a young, agile business.

Candidate Profile:

We are looking for professionals with the following skills and attributes:

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in recruitment or talent acquisition in the UK.
• Strong relationship-building skills and a customer-focused approach.
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Adaptability to new processes and comfort with ambiguity.
• Commitment to our core values: Honesty, Inclusion, Knowledge, and Performance.

Join Us:

If you’re ready to take your recruitment career to the next level, work in a high-growth industry, and be part of a dynamic and innovative team, apply now to join Gibson Watts and help us shape the future of clean energy recruitment.

Location: London, UK

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Human Resources
• Staffing and Recruiting