Executive Search Partner

11 Investments Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited holiday

Commission incentives

Hybrid working

Free breakfast

Family healthcare

Parental leave

Wellness programs

Lunch clubs

Strong brand

Social events

Financial planning

Job summary

3Search is seeking an Executive Search Partner to lead senior-level searches across marketing, digital, and commercial disciplines. You’ll work directly with clients at C-suite level, manage high-value assignments, and shape our executive proposition through origination and delivery.

You’ll build a network of senior candidates and clients, win retained mandates, and mentor colleagues while contributing to training.

Qualifications

• Proven success in executive search and senior-level recruitment, including work origination.
• Strong billing record with experience delivering large revenue targets.
• Confident in running retained searches and managing senior stakeholder relationships.
• Collaborative team player who uplifts others and leads by example.

Responsibilities

• Develop and nurture a network of senior candidates and clients to fuel searches.
• Win and deliver retained and exclusive mandates at executive level.
• Build long-term relationships that drive growth and increase market share.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment processes with precision and professionalism.
• Provide strategic insight and thought leadership to clients and peers.
• Negotiate complex deals and influence key decision-makers.
• Collaborate with and mentor colleagues, embodying values and work ethic.
• Support training and development initiatives across the team.
• Act as a brand ambassador in the market.

Skills

Executive search

Senior-level recruitment

Client origination

Billing targets

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Mentoring teammates

Passion for recruitment

Job description

Executive Search Director – Marketing, Commercial, or Digital

Soho, London – Hybrid | Executive Search | Agency Recruitment

Join One of the UK’s Best Places to Work

At3Search, we’re proud to be recognised inThe Sunday Times Top 10 Best Medium Organisations to Work Forand winners ofBest Places to Work. We’re not just building a recruitment business, we’re creating a home for ambitious, values-driven recruiters who care about doing things the right way.

About Us

3Search is a commercial recruitment agency, fuelling growth by finding the talent companies need to power their Revenue Engines.

Our specialist Marketing, Sales, Product, Digital, and RevOps Recruiters have unrivalled access to the talent network from Coordinator through to C-suite. Supporting businesses at each stage of growth, from early-stage start-ups to established enterprises across tech, consumer, media, sports, entertainment, FS/PS and FMCG

Why Now?

2025 was our strongest year ever,

surpassing even our record-breaking 2022. 2026 is on track to be our best year. We’ve significantly expanded ourExecutive Searchproposition, and we’re now looking for experiencedExecutive Search Partnersto help take it to the next level.

Highlights:

• Launched two new businesses

• Entered complementary markets to strengthen cross-sector expertise

• Invested heavily in our executive team, driving record job flow

• Opened an office inNew York and Austin tolead our US expansion

• 100%of employees are proud to work here*

• 100%intend to stay with us for the next 12 months*

• 100%would recommend us to a friend*

*As reported in our 2025 anonymous employee survey

Our Values:

Bravery. Growth. Belonging. Kindness.

Your Role: Executive Search Partner

As an Executive Search Partner, you’ll lead senior-level searches across marketing, digital, and commercial disciplines. You’ll work directly with clients at C-suite and -1 level, manage high-value assignments, and play a key role in shaping our executive proposition

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and nurture a network of senior candidates and clients

• Win and deliver retained and exclusive mandates at executive level

• Build long-term relationships that drive growth and increase market share

• Manage full-cycle recruitment processes with precision and professionalism

• Provide strategic insight and thought leadership to clients and peers

• Negotiate complex deals and influence key decision-makers

• Collaborate with and mentor colleagues, embodying our values and work ethic

• Support training and development initiatives across the team

• Act as a brand ambassador in the market

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven success in executive search and senior-level recruitment, including work origination

• Strong billing record and experience delivering large individual revenue targets

• Confidence in running retained searches and managing senior stakeholder relationships

• Natural communicator with a commercial and consultative mindset

• Thought leader with a genuine passion for your niche

• A collaborative team player who uplifts others and leads by example

• Someone who stillloves doing recruitment

What You’ll Get:

• Unlimited holiday

• Competitive commission and incentive structure

• Full training and career development at every stage

• Hybrid and flexible working (typically 3 days/week in Soho office)

• Free breakfast and soft drinks

• Privatefamilyhealthcare

• Enhanced parental leave (6 months full maternity pay)

• Quarterly wellness initiatives (physical & mental)

• Lunch clubs & annual incentive holidays

• Established, well-regarded brand to grow your career

• Company-wide social events each quarter

• Financial well-being support and planning