Senior Principal Consultant
Perigon ·perigongroup.com.au
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The opportunity
Perigon Group is a specialist recruitment firm with an established national reputation across Finance, Accounting, Corporate Services and Executive Search. With a strong foundation in Sydney and Brisbane, we're entering an exciting growth phase in Melbourne — and we're looking for a Recruitment Manager to help lead that expansion.
This is a rare chance to step into a senior role with real influence: leading a team, shaping our Melbourne market strategy, and building something with lasting impact — backed by the resources of an ASX-listed group (PeopleIN, ASX: PPE) and the agility of a boutique firm.
What you'll do
For more information please contact Sarah Kennedy on sarah.kennedy@perigongroup.com.au or 07 3854 3801
Perigon Group is a specialist recruitment firm with an established national reputation across Finance, Accounting, Corporate Services and Executive Search. With a strong foundation in Sydney and Brisbane, we're entering an exciting growth phase in Melbourne — and we're looking for a Recruitment Manager to help lead that expansion.
This is a rare chance to step into a senior role with real influence: leading a team, shaping our Melbourne market strategy, and building something with lasting impact — backed by the resources of an ASX-listed group (PeopleIN, ASX: PPE) and the agility of a boutique firm.
What you'll do
- Manage end-to-end 360° recruitment across Finance, Accounting and Corporate Services
- Lead business development — identifying, winning and growing key client relationships
- Conduct client meetings, negotiate terms and manage commercial discussions
- Mentor and support junior consultants, contributing to team performance and culture
- Build and present high-quality shortlists with market insights and recommendations
- Partner across divisions to maximise cross-selling opportunities
- Contribute to thought leadership, networking events and Perigon's market presence
- Share market intelligence, salary data and insights internally and with clients
- Proven 360° recruitment experience in a professional services or commercial environment
- Background in Finance, Accounting, Corporate Services or similar
- Strong client relationship and negotiation skills — commercially astute and influential
- Experience mentoring others or appetite to step into that role
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail
- Collaborative mindset — thrives in a high-performing, team-oriented culture
- Uncapped commission + market-leading bonus structure
- A supportive, values-driven culture built on authenticity, collaboration, and excellence.
- National network across Brisbane, Sydney, and Melbourne with strong local market presence.
- Unlimited annual leave, loyalty leave and a day off for your birthday.
- Annual incentive trip + quarterly & high-performer rewards
- Ongoing professional development through mentorship and leadership programs.
- Hybrid flexibility, social culture, and regular team events.
- Stunning office in the heart of Melbourne CBD
- EAP, wellness days and CSR initiatives
For more information please contact Sarah Kennedy on sarah.kennedy@perigongroup.com.au or 07 3854 3801
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Where is the Senior Principal Consultant job located?
The Senior Principal Consultant role with Perigon is based in Melbourne, VIC, AU.
Is the Senior Principal Consultant role full-time or contract?
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What experience level is the Senior Principal Consultant role?
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