Executive Search Consultant - Aerospace & Defence - Leeds

Ruth Moran; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy in Leeds seeks an experienced Executive Search Consultant to join their team. This role involves managing executive search assignments in the aerospace & defence sector, building relationships with senior executives, and overseeing the entire recruitment lifecycle. Candidates should have 3-5 years of executive search experience and strong interpersonal skills. Competitive salary and flexible working arrangements offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary with commission potential

Performance bonuses

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in executive search or high-end recruitment.
• Proven success in senior placements, preferably in aerospace & defence.
• Strong understanding of talent acquisition strategies and market trends.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end executive search assignments for aerospace & defence clients.
• Conduct candidate research, assessment, and profiling specific to aerospace & defence leadership roles.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from client briefing to placement.

Skills

Strong relationship-building skills

Excellent networking and interpersonal skills

Exceptional communication and presentation skills

Proficiency with recruitment technologies

Education

Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Executive Search Consultant - Aerospace & Defence - Leeds

Our client is a dynamic and innovative executive search consultancy based in Leeds, specializing in placing top-tier leadership talent within the aerospace & defence sector. They are committed to excellence and are a leading recruitment partner for organizations seeking exceptional executive talent in these industries.

Role Overview: They are seeking an ambitious and experienced Executive Search Consultant to join their growing team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in senior-level placements, strong relationship-building skills, and a deep understanding of talent acquisition and retained search strategies within aerospace & defence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end executive search assignments for aerospace & defence clients.
• Build relationships with senior executives and decision-makers.
• Conduct candidate research, assessment, and profiling specific to aerospace & defence leadership roles.
• Create candidate briefs and market mapping reports.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from client briefing to placement.
• Support business development and new client acquisition.
• Collaborate with team members to meet targets and deliver results.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in executive search or high-end recruitment.
• Proven success in senior placements, preferably in aerospace & defence.
• Excellent networking and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of talent acquisition strategies and market trends.
• Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency with recruitment technologies and candidate management systems.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Knowledge of aerospace & defence industries.
• Experience working with aerospace & defence organizations.
• Experience selling retained search solutions.
• Advanced digital and social media recruiting skills.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary with commission potential.
• Performance bonuses.
• Modern, collaborative environment.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Opportunity to work with leading aerospace & defence organizations.

Interested? If you're ambitious and ready to build a rewarding career in recruitment, contact us at [emailprotected] or call 07487508210.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.