Executive Search Consultant - Consumer & Retail sales- Newcastle

Ruth Moran; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading executive search consultancy in Newcastle is seeking an ambitious Executive Search Consultant. The ideal candidate will manage executive search assignments in consumer & retail sales, possessing a strong track record and excellent networking skills. The role offers a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary with commission potential

Performance bonuses

Flexible working arrangements

Modern, collaborative environment

Opportunity to work with leading organizations

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in executive search or high-end recruitment.
• Proven success in senior placements, preferably in consumer & retail sales.
• Experience working with organizations in these sectors.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end executive search assignments for clients.
• Conduct candidate research, assessment, and profiling.
• Assist in business development and client acquisition.

Skills

Networking

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Understanding of talent acquisition strategies

Digital and social media recruiting

Education

Degree or equivalent professional experience

Tools

Candidate management systems

Job description

Executive Search Consultant - Consumer & Retail Sales - Newcastle

Our client is a dynamic and innovative executive search consultancy based in Newcastle, specializing in placing top-tier leadership talent within the consumer & retail sales sector. They are committed to excellence and are recognized as 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 of successful senior-level placements, strong relationship-building skills, and a deep understanding of talent acquisition and retained search strategies within the consumer & retail sales sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end executive search assignments for clients in the consumer & retail sales sector.
• Build and maintain relationships with senior executives and decision-makers.
• Conduct candidate research, assessment, and profiling for leadership roles.
• Create candidate briefs and market mapping reports.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from client briefing to placement.
• Assist in business development and 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 consumer & retail sales.
• Excellent networking, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Understanding of talent acquisition strategies and market trends.
• Degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Proficiency with recruitment technologies and candidate management systems.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Knowledge of consumer & retail sales industries.
• Experience working with organizations in these sectors.
• Experience with retained search solutions.
• 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 organizations in the sector.

Location: Newcastle | Contract: Full-time | Start: Immediate

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

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.