Where we’ve come from and where we’re going
From humble beginnings in 2007, La Fosse has grown to become one of the UK’s fastest-growing tech talent firms. Built on strong values and a commitment to doing recruitment differently, we’ve established a reputation for excellence through our people and the impact they make.
Looking ahead, we’re committed to redefining how tech talent solutions are delivered. As an employee-owned business, everyone at La Fosse plays a part in shaping our future. Ownership strengthens our culture of accountability, collaboration, and shared success, as we invest in innovation across all service lines, expand our global reach, and develop new ways to create value for clients and candidates alike.
Why talent thrives at La Fosse
At La Fosse, you’ll join a business where high performance meets shared ownership, and where collaboration, autonomy, and reward go hand in hand.
You'll have the freedom to grow your desk across Recruitment, Executive Search, Academy, and Inovus, giving you more ways to bill, cross-sell, and build deeper client relationships. Our multi-service model means you're never limited to one route for success.
Join a brand clients already trust. You'll benefit from our established name, deep market insight, and an extensive candidate database that makes winning and delivering easier from day one.
Our commission structure is designed to reward strong performance, with the opportunity to earn up to 33% of NFI, rising to 40% once you pass £800k (contract) or £500k (permanent). Our cross-service setup also gives you more ways to build your desk and maximise your earnings across multiple verticals.
In your first year, we’ll focus on setting you up for long-term success. You’ll receive a tailored package designed to give you confidence from day one and ensure your year-one earnings match or exceed what you’re currently earning.
You’ll be surrounded by top performers. Our experienced sales team has an average tenure of over 6 years, and our leading 40 consultants all bill £400k+ annually, with multiple team members delivering over £1m in NFI. With hands-on mentoring, bespoke training, and structured development, you’ll have everything you need to join them.
72% of our business is employee-owned - making La Fosse the largest employee-owned recruitment business in the UK by market share.
Through the Employee Ownership Trust, your contributions help grow both the company and your personal stake in its future.
Our Long-Term Incentive Plan gives you transparent visibility of your ownership and potential rewards through our Carta platform, aligning your personal growth with the company's value creation.
With offices across the UK, Europe, and the Middle East, you'll have the chance to expand your market, explore international opportunities, and shape your career as we scale globally.
We're big on shared success. You'll work in an open, collaborative environment where teams genuinely support one another, with no silos or egos, just collective wins.
Care, Humility, and Ambition aren't just words on a wall. They guide how we hire, how we lead, and how we treat each other, creating a place where you can perform, grow, and stay true to yourself.
When you bring a client into La Fosse, you benefit from the full value of that relationship throughout your time with us. Your contribution is recognised and rewarded over the long term, giving you ownership, continuity, and a clear link between the relationships you build and the success you achieve.
Numbers at a glance
Earning potential
At La Fosse, great work is recognised and rewarded. Our earning structure is transparent, generous, and built to scale as you grow.
You earn full commission on all your personal NFI as well as any NFI you cross sell into other service lines – giving you more ways to succeed and maximise your income.
Consultants
You earn 33% commission on your personal and cross-sold NFI, with the ability to accelerate to 40% on billings over £500k for permanent placements or £800k for contract placements. The more value you create, the more you take home.
Management
If you lead a team of 3 to 15 people, you benefit from our NFI Contribution Model. This combines personal commission, team bonuses, and rewards for developing Associate Consultants. Your leadership, coaching, and team performance all contribute to your total earnings.
Leadership
For teams of 15 or more, you move into our Profit Model with access to our Management Incentive Plan. This rewards you for driving sustainable growth and shaping the direction of the business.
Commission Calculator
Role Focus
Billing
Accountable for personal revenue delivery through strong client relationships, market expertise, and high quality execution.
Management
Accountable for revenue through both personal billing and the leadership, development, and performance of others.
Focus
Personal NFI
The revenue you generate from the roles you have personally placed.
Cross-sold NFI
The revenue you generate by introducing or sharing opportunities with other teams.
AC Delivery NFI
The revenue generated from the roles an Associate Consultant supports. While you are working with them towards their promotion, all delivery NFI is attributed to the manager’s board.
Experienced Team Size
Experienced 360 Consultants directly reporting into you.
Total NFI
£440,000
Annual Earnings
£132,900
Please note: The figures shown in this calculator are for illustrative purposes only. Actual commission will depend on both personal and team targets being achieved, and may vary based on individual performance, team performance, thresholds, and any applicable scheme rules. These figures also do not include any additional bonuses linked to cross selling into our additional service lines such as Academy and Inovus.
Regarding management packages, if you manage a team of more than 15 experienced 360 consultants, you will transition onto our profit share scheme. Please reach out to the Talent team for more information on how this structure works.
Career roadmap
At La Fosse, we offer clear, structured progression paths that reward ambition and performance at every career stage.
Whether you’re starting as an Associate Consultant, joining as an experienced recruiter, or stepping into a leadership role, we provide the support, training, and opportunities to help you reach your career goals.
Our progression framework offers multiple pathways for advancement – from rapid promotions for new joiners (with Associate Consultants typically advancing to Consultant in just nine months), to management tracks for those looking to build and lead high-performing teams.
With transparent earning structures and clearly defined steps for advancement, you’ll always know exactly what you need to do to progress to the next level.
Benefits
Enjoy a fully funded gym membership that keeps your wellbeing front and centre while supporting a balanced lifestyle.
Take up to thirty days of annual leave plus an additional day for your birthday, giving you the space to rest, recharge, and enjoy life outside of work.
Relax with weekly in-office chair massages from a professional therapist, helping you reset and stay at your best.
Work in a hybrid environment that gives you the flexibility to manage your time while staying connected to your team.
access to discounted comprehensive BUPA medical and dental cover, with full mental health support including an employee assistance programme and counselling whenever you need it.
Benefit from enhanced maternity and paternity leave so you can prioritise family without compromising your career.
Grow your career with leading learning and development programmes backed by full operational support, helping you progress faster and with confidence.
Be part of an employee owned business with 72% employee ownership and long term incentive plan opportunities, giving you a real stake in the future of the company.
Take time to properly switch off over the festive period, celebrating the successes of the year and recharging for what’s ahead.
Our values in action
Care
We care about people, and everything else follows. We support each other through challenges, celebrate wins together, and put relationships before transactions. Trust, respect, and genuine connection sit at the heart of how we work.
Humility
We’re always learning. Everyone has something to teach and something to learn, and we actively encourage curiosity, feedback, and growth. Mistakes are treated as part of the journey, not something to fear.
Ambition
We aim high. Our people push for excellence not through pressure, but through pride in what they do. We want to be the best for our clients, for the business, and for ourselves.
A note from our CEO
Success stories
Hannah Crisp
Senior Client Partner
“I’ve evolved into a true talent partner, collaborating with high growth, transformational businesses to drive their change and transformation agenda.
What sets La Fosse apart for me I the ability to harness our four service lines, allowing for a more strategic and entrepreneurial approach compared to traditional recruitment. This has been instrumental in my personal development, leading to my most successful billing years.”
Andreas Champou
Managing Consultant
“I joined La Fosse nearly 6 years ago having previously worked at another recruitment business and never looked back.
Since being at La Fosse, I have been given more opportunity to grow and develop in my career. I’ve tripled my contractors out, and quadrupled my NFI, and now I’m building my own team. The culture at La Fosse has helped push me to achieve more, being surrounded by people who are ambitious and striving towards a shared vision.”
Amy McCabe
Principal Consultant
“I never expected my personal and professional growth to progress this much, and I couldn’t have achieved it anywhere else.
La Fosse has provided incredible support, opportunities, and autonomy while continuously challenging me to step outside my comfort zone – all in a great environment.
They’ve played a huge role in my development and career progression, and I’m truly grateful.”
Adam Bowman
Head of Practice
“A big part of my success comes from the autonomy I have, to shape my role and steer my work in the direction I believe will have the most impact.
I have the freedom to explore new ideas, refine processes, and implement strategies that align with my vision. My suggestions
– whether large strategic initiatives or small improvements – are always valued and considered, giving me the confidence to contribute meaningfully and drive positive results.”
