Recruitment Consultant – Fashion, Beauty & Lifestyle - London

A well-established, globally connected recruitment business specialising in fashion, beauty, lifestyle, and consumer sectors is looking for a Recruitment Consultant to join its growing team.

With an international client base ranging from high-growth start-ups to global brands, this is an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, relationship-driven environment with strong earning potential and clear progression.

The Role

You’ll manage the full recruitment lifecycle, partnering closely with clients and candidates to deliver high-quality hiring solutions. This is a highly relationship-led role combining business development, talent sourcing, and consultative recruitment.

Key Responsibilities

Client Management

Build and maintain strong client relationships, understanding hiring needs and business goals
Advise clients on market trends, hiring strategies, and talent availability
Manage expectations and provide regular updates on recruitment progress
Support the creation of detailed job briefs and hiring strategies

Candidate Sourcing & Assessment

Source candidates through job boards, social media, networking, and referrals
Screen and interview candidates to assess skills, experience, and cultural fit
Manage candidate relationships throughout the process
Conduct reference checks and ensure candidate quality

End-to-End Recruitment

Manage the full hiring process from briefing through to offer and placement
Coordinate interviews and provide guidance to both clients and candidates
Negotiate offers and support successful onboarding outcomes
Maintain accurate records using recruitment systems

Market Mapping & Networking

Build a strong network within fashion, beauty, and consumer sectors
Stay up to date with industry trends and competitor activity
Proactively identify and engage top talent pipelines

Administration & Reporting

Prepare candidate shortlists and client presentations
Track activity, pipeline, and performance metrics
Ensure compliance with data protection and recruitment best practices

About You

Experience in recruitment or a background in retail, fashion, or head office environments
Strong interest in fashion, beauty, and consumer brands
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Commercially minded with strong negotiation ability
Highly organised, able to manage multiple roles and deadlines
Comfortable working in a target-driven, fast-paced environment
Familiarity with ATS systems and Microsoft Office

What’s on Offer