Head of Practice / Principal Consultant - North America (FMCG) Reports to: Managing Director Location: UK-based role (with responsibility for North America)Are you an experienced FMCG recruiter ready to launch and grow a North America practice from the UK, with real autonomy and long-term potential?We are seeking a senior, entrepreneurial recruiter to lead our expansion into North America, with an initial focus on the East Coast. This is a high-impact opportunity to build a market largely from the ground up, leveraging some existing international relationships alongside a predominantly greenfield business development remit.You will take ownership of strategy, client development and delivery, shaping a sustainable FMCG recruitment offering and, over time, a wider North American practice.Key AccountabilitiesInternational market entry and business development: Develop and execute a clear go-to-market strategy for North America, with an initial East Coast focus. This includes market mapping, competitor analysis, identifying target clients and talent pools, and building a strong commercial pipeline.End-to-end international recruitment: Deliver senior, high-quality FMCG recruitment assignments across borders, managing the full 360 lifecycle from client engagement through to placement and post-placement follow-up.Market expertise and advisory: Act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing insight into FMCG hiring trends, salary benchmarks and talent availability, while partnering w