Principal Recruitment Consultant

Principal Recruitment Consultant – Secondary
Milk Education – Leeds

Are you an experienced education recruiter in Leeds feeling a bit stuck or uninspired in your current role? Looking for a fresh start with a company that’s truly different and growing fast
?

If so, we’d love to hear from you!

Milk Education is expanding our Leeds team and seeking an experienced Education Consultant to take on an exciting new Secondary desk with huge potential.

In this role, you’ll manage a Secondary Schools desk
, building strong relationships with both schools and candidates. This is a thriving market, and we need someone ready to take ownership, drive growth, and make their mark
.

We’re a proudly independent education recruitment agency with a creative, people-first approach (check us out on Instagram!). In just four years, we’ve grown from 4 to 9 offices — most recently in Guildford and Nottingham — and we’re only getting started.

From launching our Trainee Academy to founding the Make Life Kind charity and investing heavily in professional development, Milk is all about culture, impact, and opportunity
.

As a Principal Consultant
, you’ll take on a 360° recruitment role with a clear progression path — whether you aim to become a Managing Consultant or the top biller in your team.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Building and managing client relationships
• Sourcing, interviewing, and placing top talent
• Driving business development and market growth
• Managing the full recruitment cycle

You’ll be a key player in shaping and expanding our Secondary division across the region.

• Clear career progression from day one
• 23 days holiday + 8 bank holidays + birthday & charity days
• Industry-leading tech to support your success
• Online doctor & critical illness cover
• Personal & professional development opportunities
• Free mortgage consultation
• Wellness Wednesdays
• Friday early finishes, in‑house bar stations & office dogs
• Two large company events per year + regular team socials

If this feels like the next step in your career, get in touch! Reach out to Victoria Riley – Talent Manager
, apply directly, or connect with me on Linked In.