At Barrington James, we specialize in connecting top-tier talent with leading organizations in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life sciences sectors. With over 23 years of industry experience, we've made more than 20,000 placements and partnered with over 400 clients in the past year alone. Our global presence spans 10+ offices, and we continue to grow our impact in the life sciences recruitment space.We are seeking experienced, high-performing recruiters ready to step into a senior individual contributor role in our Midtown Manhattan office. As a Principal Consultant, you'll take full ownership of your desk, driving new business and delivering exceptional results. This position offers a clear path toward future leadership for those who aspire to it.What You’ll Do:Manage and grow a specialized 360 recruitment desk within your chosen vertical in pharma, biotech, or life sciencesLead the full recruitment cycle, from business development and client management to candidate placementBuild and maintain consultative relationships with high-growth companies and top-tier talentCollaborate with a high-performance team while delivering consistent individual resultsContribute to team culture and success through knowledge sharing and mentorshipWhat You Bring:4+ years of full-desk agency recruiting experience, ideally within life sciences or similarly regulated sectorsProven billing success and ability to manage both client and candidate pipelines independentlyStrong business development and client management skillsAmbition to grow professionally, with interest in mentoring or leading a team in the futureDrive to deliver results in a performance-oriented, supportive environmentWhy Barrington James:Over 23 years dedicated to life sciences recruitment, with more than 20,000 placements and partnerships with over 400 clients in the past yearGlobal presence with 10+ offices, providing access to a vast network of clients and candidatesCompetitive base salary with uncapped commissionTransparent promotion path with opportunities to lead a team in the futureFully onsite 5 days per week with extensive mentorship and collaboration opportunitiesA high-performance culture that recognizes and rewards individual successIf you're a top-producing recruiter ready for more ownership and opportunity, join Barrington James as a Principal Consultant.***Compensation is commensurate with experience. This is a performance-driven role with a competitive base salary and a strong emphasis on uncapped commission. For Principal Consultants, base salaries start at $55,000+, with higher starting points available for those with direct industry experience. OTE's with commission typically range from $85,000-$350,000+ depending on performance.***Apply today to start the conversation.