Co-Founder - Executive Search Firm Roll Up

Yorktown Search Partners; Toronto; On-site; CAD 250,000 +; Full time

Job summary

An innovative executive search firm is seeking a co-founder to shape the company’s vision and drive its growth strategy. You will be tasked with business development, team building, and establishing strategic partnerships. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills and a proven track record in scaling businesses. This role offers significant equity participation and a minimum personal investment of $50,000, with opportunities for profit-sharing based on the firm’s success.

Benefits

Equity participation

Flexible work environment

Competitive compensation package

Qualifications

• Track record in building and scaling a business, preferably in executive search.
• Experience as a co-founder or senior executive in a startup is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the company's growth strategy.
• Lead business development efforts to acquire new clients.
• Build and manage a high-performing recruitment team.
• Forge strategic partnerships to enhance market presence.

Skills

Leadership skills

Business Development

Strategic thinking

Excellent communication

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

MBA preferred

Job description

Company:
Yorktown Search Partners, a leading executive search firm, is embarking on an exciting new venture to consolidate and elevate the executive search industry. As a co-founder, you will have the unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our organization and leading efforts to establish a prominent presence in the market.

Location:
Flexible/Remote

About Us:

At Yorktown Search Partners, we are dedicated to redefining the executive search experience through integrity, expertise, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. As we embark on our journey to revolutionize the industry, we are seeking a visionary co-founder to join our team and drive our growth strategy forward.

Role Overview:

As a co-founder, you will collaborate closely with our founding team to establish and execute our vision for the organization. Your responsibilities will span a wide range of strategic and operational initiatives, including business development, client acquisition, team building, and market expansion. You will have the opportunity to shape our company culture, define our brand identity, and position us as a leader in the executive search industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute the company\'s growth strategy, with a focus on expanding into new markets and verticals.
• Lead business development efforts to acquire new clients and drive revenue growth.
• Build and manage a high-performing team of recruiters and account managers.
• Forge strategic partnerships with key stakeholders in the industry to enhance our market presence.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement across all aspects of the business.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities.
• Collaborate with the founding team to define and execute the company\'s long-term vision and goals.

Qualifications:

• Proven track record of success in building and scaling a business, preferably in the executive search or talent acquisition industry.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve exceptional results.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for innovation and growth.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients, candidates, and team members.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and execute effective business strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Bachelor\'s degree in business, marketing, or a related field; MBA preferred but not required.
• Prior experience as a co-founder or senior executive in a startup or high-growth company is highly desirable.

Compensation Structure:

• Equity Participation: Significant equity options based on performance and investment.

Investment Requirement:

• Minimum personal investment of $50,000, which entitles you to enhanced equity ownership and profit-sharingbased on the firm\'s success.

Why Join Us:

As a co-founder at Yorktown Search Partners, you will be part of a dynamic and collaborative team that is committed to driving positive change in the executive search industry. We offer a competitive compensation package, including equity ownership, and the opportunity to work in a flexible and supportive environment where your ideas and contributions will be valued and recognized.

If you are a visionary leader with a passion for innovation and a track record of success, we invite you to join us on our journey to reshape the future of executive search. Apply now to become a co-founder of our executive search agency roll-up and help us build a company that will transform the way organizations find and hire top talent.