Executive Search Consultant

JR United Kingdom; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm seeks an Executive Search Consultant specialized in Life Science, Tech, or Clean Energy. This role offers a high-trust culture, excellent commission structure, and clear progression plans within a supportive environment. Ideal for motivated recruiters aiming to excel in a performance-led team.

Benefits

1pm Friday finishes

Hybrid working (typically 3 days in-office, 2 from home)

Clear, fast progression plans

Annual bonus and profit share opportunities

Quarterly incentives and target-based trips

Qualifications

• Relevant recruitment experience is required.
• Desirable experience in life sciences, tech, or engineering sectors.
• Motivated and commercially savvy individual.

Responsibilities

• Owning and scaling a niche desk within the life sciences sector.
• Managing the full 360 recruitment process.
• Building long-term partnerships with clients and candidates.

Skills

Recruitment experience

Commercial acumen

360 recruitment success

Client relationship management

Team collaboration

Job description

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Executive Search Consultant– Life Science, Tech or Clean Energy

Privately owned, boutique agency, team of 18 consultants.

You will need relevant recruitment experience to be considered - an ideal second recruitment job.

Finish early Fridays | High-trust culture | 20% commission + up to 10% quarterly bonus

Are you an experienced recruiter looking for a mature, performance-led environment where you can truly grow into a top biller?

This team is passionate about working in a sector that makes a difference – supporting some of the most innovative businesses in biotech, clean tech, medical devices, and pharma across the UK, Europe, and the US.

What you’ll be doing

• Owning and scaling a niche desk within the life sciences sector
• Building long-term partnerships with clients and candidates in a values-led, consultative way
• Managing the full 360 recruitment process across contingent and retained mandates
• Collaborating with a highly experienced leadership team

What you’ll earn

20% commission on billings

Recent case: a consultant who joined from scratch in June last year billed £126,000 in April and earned £37,100 in commission

• 1pm Friday finishes
• Hybrid working (typically 3 days in-office, 2 from home)
• Clear, fast progression plans
• Annual bonus and profit share opportunities
• Quarterly incentives, target-based trips, and a collaborative, grown-up culture

Who we’re looking for

• Recruiters with 360 success
• Life sciences, tech, or engineering sector experience is desirable
• Someone motivated, commercially savvy, and looking to earn and grow in a supportive environment

How to Apply

Submit a CV to be considered, please ensure you match the required experience/education as stated in the advert

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