Principal Recruiter - Harnham : Job Details

Principal Recruiter

Harnham

Job Location : New York,NY, USA

Posted on : 2025-08-06T01:14:27Z

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Talent Partner @ Harnham | Data & AI Recruitment

Principal Recruiter - Full 360 desk

Onsite in the Financial District in New York City

Base salary + strong uncapped commission incentives + bonuses + benefits

Harnham New York is looking to bring in some experienced talent on either the perm or contract side. If you've successfully run a full desk, thrive in new business development, and know how to build a strong book of business then we'd love to hear from you.

If you haven't worked in the Data & AI space before, not a problem. We'll make sure you have everything you need to thrive in this space. What we need from you is a positive attitude, a hunger to take advantage of this market, and a desire to want to make an impact on our team.

Who We Are

Harnham is a global leader in Data & AI recruitment. Since launching in the UK in 2006, we've expanded to New York, San Francisco, Phoenix, and Amsterdam, becoming the go-to agency for top talent in Advanced Analytics, Computer Vision, Data Science, Machine Learning, Data Engineering, and Software Engineering.

We work with companies of all sizes from startups to Fortune 500s across industries like defense, finance, automotive, entertainment, and healthcare, placing talent in permanent, contract, and contract-to-hire roles. Our reputation is built on world-class training, clear career progression, a diverse client base, and a culture that makes work both rewarding and fun.

The Role

As a Principal Recruiter at Harnham, you will:

  • Establish yourself as an expert in Data & AI recruitment, taking full ownership of your desk.
  • Drive business development by securing new and existing clients through cold calls, emails, lead generation, market research, client visits, and networking events.
  • Proactively source top-tier talent through headhunting, referrals, database searches, and targeted outreach.
  • Build and nurture long-term relationships with clients and candidates, delivering exceptional service and honest communication.
  • Set the standard for excellence, embodying Harnham's values and leadership principles.

About You

  • A proven full-desk recruiter with agency experience, skilled in business development and placing top talent
  • Hungry for career growth with a clear path to advancement based on your own performance
  • Experienced in, or excited to dive into, the Data & AI space

What We Offer

  • Pay starts at $70k, we can hire a level above this position/salary for the right person
  • Competitive commission structure and deal splits (commission is also uncapped)
  • 401k + matching
  • Hybrid model (4 days in office / 1 day at home)
  • Rewards for top consultants – lunches at top restaurants in the area, yearly winners' trips around the globe, Rolex/handbag raffles, and performance bonuses
  • Comprehensive training programs for consultants at all levels

Want to Learn More?

Submit your resume via the apply link on this page. We can't wait to hear from you!

Seniority level
  • Seniority levelMid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Employment typeFull-time
Job function
  • Job functionSales and Business Development
  • IndustriesStaffing and Recruiting

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