Finance - Executive Search

AT Talent - Rec2Rec; England; On-site; GBP 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from experienced leaders

Paid sabbatical after 5 years

25 days holiday plus additional days for service

Fully expensed travel to work

Support for The Black Talent Charter

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in London is seeking a Principal Consultant to drive business growth through headhunting high-profile executives. This role requires proven experience in recruitment, a passion for networking, and a results-driven mindset. The ideal candidate will work closely with a high-performing team and have opportunities for mentorship and professional growth. Competitive compensation includes a transparent commission structure and additional benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven headhunting experience, ideally in Finance.
• Dependable, detail-oriented, and results-driven approach.
• Strong desire to learn and progress within the business.

Responsibilities

• Drive business growth and close high-profile searches.
• Conduct in-depth research projects to support search processes.
• Work collaboratively within a team and independently.

Skills

Headhunting experience

Detail-oriented

Results-driven

Business Development

Networking

Job description

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Principal Consultant | I Work with Top Billing Recruiters in London

Please note we have already received a high number of applications; however less than 20% have recent relevant experience. If you see yourself as a suitable candidate, please do not be put off by application numbers.

An established and thriving search firm with over 12 years of success in the recruitment industry. The firm is on a growth trajectory, focusing on delivering exceptional results within Finance, Asset Management, Venture Capital (VC), Private Equity (PE), and Insurance. Located in Mayfair, this boutique agency prides itself on a meticulous approach to retained searches, producing highly detailed reports for its prestigious clients - which you will be directly responsible for. They have completed 600 searches, working with FTSE 100, FTSE 250, AIM, and private companies to deliver board and exec level placements.

What Are They Looking For?

The team looking for someone to move into a Headhunter & Fee Earner to drive business growth and to close high profile searches. Ideally the following background:

• Have proven Headhunting experience (Ideally across Finance).
• Be dependable, detail-oriented, and results-driven.
• Thrive in a role that prioritises Business Development, headhunting high profile executives & ultimately delivering on retained mandates.
• Keen to learn from an MD who has delivered £1m+ billings consistently for the past decade.
• Want to progress through a business and become integral to the long-term success of the business.

What Can They Offer You?

• The chance to work with an impressive team of 9-10 professionals, including 5 senior headhunters.
• Mentorship from a high-performing leader who has delivered exceptional revenue (£1.7m last year).
• An opportunity to dive into in-depth research projects, such as mapping offices, analysing candidate trends, and providing crucial data to facilitate top-tier search processes.
• A supportive environment that values precision and dedication over sales and targets.

What I'm Looking For?

You’ll excel in this role if you:

• Are passionate about networking, origination and closing high value fees.
• Can handle complex, detailed mandates and have a drive to bill as much as possible.
• Value collaboration but are self-sufficient in producing high-quality work.
• Aspire to bill over £300k+ personally and to lead a team of Headhunters
• If you billed £350k (New business) you will take home £200k of that.
• Transparent Commission Structure up to 60%
• Fully expensed travel to work (inside Zone 3)
• Prime London location: Bond Street
• Paid sabbatical after 5 years service
• The opportunity to contribute to an innovative and growing firm with strong financial success.
• 25 days holiday (Every 3 years of service 1 extra day)
• The business also works with The Black Talent Charter contributing £8000 towards it each year.

This is your chance to join a company where your expertise and dedication will directly impact the growth of an already flourishing business. If this sounds like your next challenge, get in touch today!

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Business Development, Sales, and Finance