Principal Consultant

About the role

Fruition Group Ireland is expanding its Dublin office and is looking for a Principal Consultant to lead tech recruitment initiatives. Reporting directly to senior directors, you will play a pivotal role in sourcing top‑tech talent, building client relationships, and mentoring junior recruiters.

Key responsibilities

• Develop existing accounts into key strategic partnerships.
• Identify and engage suitable tech candidates (permanent and contract) through headhunting on platforms such as LinkedIn, GitHub and Stack Overflow.
• Create and post compelling job adverts, conduct telephone screenings and coordinate interview schedules.
• Extend offers, manage rejections, and gather references and supporting documentation.
• Maintain a strong talent pipeline and promote personal branding via social media.
• Utilise internal recruitment tools (SourceWhale, LinkedHelper, Paiger) and ensure accurate CRM data entry.
• Attend client meetings, negotiate fees and terms, and explore new business opportunities.
• Lead and support junior colleagues in their day‑to‑day recruitment activities.

Required profile

• Outstanding communication skills with the ability to adapt language to different audiences.
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with candidates and clients.
• Strong organisational skills and a results‑driven mindset.

Required skills

• SourceWhale
• LinkedHelper
• Paiger

What we offer

• Opportunity to join a high‑growth, globally expanding team.
• Mentoring and leadership development in a supportive environment.
• Access to cutting‑edge recruitment technology and training.
• Collaborative culture that values fun and teamwork.