Contract IT Recruiter
- Cambridge
- Permanent
- Careers at Certus
- F23ConIT
- 23/02/2026
CONTRACT TECHNOLOGY RECRUITER – CONSULTANT TO SENIOR CONSULTANT Certus Recruitment · Near Cambridge, UK
The Opportunity
Certus Recruitment has been a trusted partner to founders, operators, and investors across the technology landscape for over 25 years. As we look to grow our contract technology practice across the UK, we're looking for an experienced contract recruiter who knows the market, knows how contracting works, and is ready to build something genuinely great.
This is a role for someone who understands the rhythm of a contract desk — the urgency, the repeat business, the relationships that keep clients coming back — and who has the skills and drive to grow it into something significant.
Who We Are
At Certus, our values aren't a line on a website — they're how we show up every day. Passion, Energy, Commitment, Integrity, and Fun aren't aspirational words for us; they're the standard we hold ourselves to and the culture we've built over 25 years. We're looking for someone who doesn't just tick those boxes on paper, but who genuinely lives and breathes them — because that's exactly what we do.
What You'll Do
You know how contract recruitment works — not just the theory, but the reality. IR35, limited companies, umbrella arrangements, rapid turnarounds, keeping contractors happy, keeping clients happier. You've built a contract desk before, or you're well on your way, and you're looking for a platform that gives you the backing, the brand, and the client base to take it to the next level.
Your specialism could sit anywhere across the technology landscape — development, project services, data and AI, cybersecurity, infrastructure or elsewhere. What matters is that you understand the contract market, you know how to move quickly, and you build the kind of relationships that generate repeat business year after year.
We'd love to have an honest conversation.
All applications treated in the strictest confidence.
The Opportunity
Certus Recruitment has been a trusted partner to founders, operators, and investors across the technology landscape for over 25 years. As we look to grow our contract technology practice across the UK, we're looking for an experienced contract recruiter who knows the market, knows how contracting works, and is ready to build something genuinely great.
This is a role for someone who understands the rhythm of a contract desk — the urgency, the repeat business, the relationships that keep clients coming back — and who has the skills and drive to grow it into something significant.
Who We Are
At Certus, our values aren't a line on a website — they're how we show up every day. Passion, Energy, Commitment, Integrity, and Fun aren't aspirational words for us; they're the standard we hold ourselves to and the culture we've built over 25 years. We're looking for someone who doesn't just tick those boxes on paper, but who genuinely lives and breathes them — because that's exactly what we do.
What You'll Do
- Own and grow a contract technology desk across the UK, working across one or more disciplines including software and web development, project services, data, AI, infrastructure, and beyond
- Re-engage and develop a portfolio of clients, building long-term repeat business and genuine partnerships
- Win new contract business through proactive outreach, face to face meetings, and a thorough understanding of what clients actually need
- Manage the full contract recruitment lifecycle — from initial brief through to placement, compliance, and renewal
- Build and maintain a strong pipeline of active and available contract talent
- Contribute to a high-performance team culture where standards are high and the work is genuinely rewarding
You know how contract recruitment works — not just the theory, but the reality. IR35, limited companies, umbrella arrangements, rapid turnarounds, keeping contractors happy, keeping clients happier. You've built a contract desk before, or you're well on your way, and you're looking for a platform that gives you the backing, the brand, and the client base to take it to the next level.
Your specialism could sit anywhere across the technology landscape — development, project services, data and AI, cybersecurity, infrastructure or elsewhere. What matters is that you understand the contract market, you know how to move quickly, and you build the kind of relationships that generate repeat business year after year.
- Minimum 2+ years' experience in contract technology recruitment
- Strong working knowledge of contract mechanics — IR35, compliance, contractor management
- Experience across one or more technology disciplines including development, project services, data, AI or similar
- A track record of building and maintaining a contract desk with repeat clients
- Commercially sharp, highly organised, and comfortable managing multiple live roles simultaneously
- A genuine relationship builder who values face to face engagement and long-term partnerships
- Self-motivated, driven by outcomes, and ready to hit the ground running with a warm client base behind you
- Competitive base salary + uncapped commission
- A warm client base and established brand to build from day one
- Real ownership of the contract practice with room to grow
- Freedom to recruit across the UK, backed by 25 years of market presence and relationships
- Mentorship and support from experienced leaders who've built successful contract practices
- A high-performance culture where ambition is recognised and rewarded
- A platform to build something lasting — not just a billing number
We'd love to have an honest conversation.
All applications treated in the strictest confidence.