Principal Consultant

Principal Recruitment Consultant – Calgary

Take ownership of your market, develop key client relationships and play a leading role in the continued growth of NES Fircroft’s recruitment business in Calgary.

We’re looking for an experienced 360 recruiter to join our Calgary team in a senior, hands-on role combining business development, account growth, candidate delivery and market development.

You’ll have the autonomy to develop your specialist market, win and grow client relationships, build strong talent networks and contribute to the wider success of the Calgary office. This is an excellent opportunity for an established recruiter who enjoys the commercial side of recruitment and is ready to take greater ownership of their market within a global business.

What You'll Be Doing

• Market Ownership: Take ownership of developing and growing a specialist recruitment desk within the Calgary and wider Alberta market.
• Business Development: Identify and win new business, developing relationships with key organisations and decision-makers across your specialist sector.
• Client Account Growth: Build long-term relationships with new and existing clients, identifying opportunities to broaden and strengthen our recruitment partnerships.
• 360 Recruitment Delivery: Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from identifying client requirements and sourcing candidates through to placement and ongoing relationship management.
• Talent Network Development: Build and maintain strong networks of specialist professionals across your market.
• Revenue Growth: Consistently work towards and exceed individual revenue, gross profit and placement targets while developing a sustainable and profitable desk.
• Market Intelligence: Develop a strong understanding of the Calgary and wider Canadian market, including key clients, projects, competitors and talent trends.
• Commercial Negotiation: Manage rates, margins, terms and wider commercial conversations confidently with clients and candidates.

Why NES Fircroft

• Market Ownership: Take ownership of a specialist market with the autonomy to develop your desk and client portfolio.
• High Earning Potential: Benefit from a competitive base salary combined with uncapped commission.
• Growth Opportunity: Join an established Calgary business with opportunities to expand your market and progress your career.
• Global Platform: Benefit from an established global brand, international client relationships and extensive specialist recruitment expertise.
• Career Development: Access clear progression opportunities for high-performing consultants looking to move into leadership or broader commercial positions.
• Collaborative Culture: Join an ambitious, supportive and high-performing recruitment environment.
• Flexible Working Model: Benefit from a working model designed to support wellbeing, productivity and work-life integration.
• Industry-Leading Incentives: Access incentive trips, recognition programmes and international events.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Benefit from a competitive package designed to support your health, wellbeing and long-term career.

What We're Looking For

• Recruitment Experience: Ideally 4+ years of recruitment experience with a strong track record in a 360 recruitment environment.
• Relevant Market Experience: Previous recruitment experience within Energy, Power, Renewables, Engineering, Infrastructure or another technical market would be highly advantageous.
• 360 Recruitment Capability: Confidence managing the full recruitment lifecycle, including business development, client management, candidate generation and delivery.
• Business Development Success: Demonstrable experience winning new clients, generating new recruitment opportunities and developing existing accounts.
• Commercial Mindset: A strong understanding of recruitment economics, including rates, margins, gross profit and overall desk profitability.
• Relationship Building: Confidence developing trusted, long-term relationships with both clients and candidates.
• Proven Performance: A consistent track record of achieving recruitment, placement and revenue targets.
• Market Development: An entrepreneurial approach with the ability to identify new clients, projects and areas of opportunity.
• Communication Skills: Confidence engaging with stakeholders at all levels, from candidates and hiring managers through to senior client decision-makers.
• Principal-Level Mindset: The ability to work independently, take ownership of your market, lead by example and contribute positively to the development of the wider team.

Who Are We?

NES Fircroft is a global leader in engineering and technical workforce solutions, supporting some of the world’s largest organisations across Power, Renewables, Infrastructure, Data Centers, Energy, Life Sciences, Mining, Chemicals and Technology. Our success is built on specialist market expertise, exceptional service and long-term partnerships that create opportunities for clients, candidates and employees to thrive.

Accessibility & Inclusion

NES Fircroft is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and able to succeed. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. If you require a reasonable accommodation or additional support at any stage of the recruitment process, please let our Talent Acquisition team know.

About Us: https://www.nesfircroft.com

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