Senior / Principal Consultant – US Software Development 

£35,000–£60,000 base + exceptional commission to 50%. Huge earning potential 

US Hours: 10am–8pm Mon–Thurs | 8:30am–4pm Friday 

Warm desk | Deep‑tech US market 



If you're an experienced recruiter who wants to step into a desk that is already hot, commercially active, and backed by a specialist Business Development Manager, this is a standout opportunity.

A high‑performing, specialist recruitment firm operating across deep‑tech, robotics, AI, and next‑gen engineering is looking for a Senior or Principal Consultant to take ownership of their US Software Development desk within Robotics. This is one of the most lucrative and fast‑moving markets in the business.

What makes this role different

• You'll inherit a large portfolio of live, high‑value vacancies
• A dedicated BDM dominates this niche and will continuously feed you business
• The US robotics market is booming, with exceptional fee values and repeatable demand
• You'll work with companies building autonomous systems, advanced robotics, and next‑gen software platforms
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Why people love working here

This is a grown‑up, specialist environment with no pointless KPIs, no micromanagement, and no revolving door of juniors. The team is made up of experienced recruiters who know their markets inside out and genuinely support each other. Commission is one of the best we have seen! 

Perks & incentives

• Elite working hours when you hit quarterly targets
• Quarterly Achievers Club at top Manchester restaurants
• Two annual holidays (summer & winter) for target hitters
• A cool city‑centre office 

If you want a warm desk, a high‑growth market, and the chance to bill big without the pressure of cold BD, this is the role to look at. Please contact Kim Stakes at Applaud Recruitment for further information.