Principal Consultant (Finance, Investment Management)

Robert Walters UK; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Principal Consultant in London. This role involves developing client relationships in Investment Management, managing the recruitment process, and mentoring team members. Candidates should have strong negotiation and problem-solving skills, a competitive nature, and a commitment to self-development. The position offers competitive salaries, a vibrant culture, hybrid working options, and opportunities for global impact through meaningful initiatives.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Quarterly bonus

Subsidised gym memberships

Luxury incentive trips

World-class training and development programmes

Qualifications

• The drive to hit targets and make things happen.
• Commitment to self-development and professional approach.
• Ability to set standards and maintain high profile.

Responsibilities

• Develop business area and negotiate terms with clients.
• Manage recruitment processes from start to finish.
• Guide and mentor less experienced team members.

Skills

Strong negotiation skills

Problem-solving skills

Strategic mindset

Entrepreneurial approach

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Principal Consultant (Finance, Investment Management)

Robert Walters is the world’s most trusted talent solutions business. Across the globe, we deliver recruitment, recruitment process outsourcing and advisory services for businesses of all shapes and sizes, opening doors for people with diverse skills, ambitions, and backgrounds.

About the Role

As a Senior Recruitment Consultant, you’ll be a prominent member of the team. That’s why we’re looking for a high achiever – someone who can lead by example and get the best out of others.

You’ll work closely with our clients in Investment Management, developing positive, constructive relationships with them as well as with our candidates, senior Finance professionals. You can also expect to create new opportunities and win new business by networking, attending client meetings, gathering market information and making business development calls.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with your manager to continuously develop your business area, negotiating terms to secure exclusive relationships and retain existing business.
• Handle a range of accounts and take responsibility for key relationships, ensuring we deliver on all client expectations and our SLAs.
• Manage the recruitment process from beginning to end, including the development and delivery of short and long-term recruitment campaigns.
• Source, select and match high quality candidates, ensuring only the best are put forward to our clients for interview.
• Provide guidance to other team members on all aspects of recruitment, mentoring less experienced colleagues.
• Support your manager in identifying team and individual areas for development, deputising for them in their absence.

Who you are

• The drive to make things happen and hit your targets, even under pressure
• Strong negotiation skills and a highly strategic, commercial mindset
• An entrepreneurial, professional approach and a commitment to self-development
• The ability to maintain a high profile and to set the standard for the team
• Strong problem-solving and lateral-thinking skills – you deliver innovative solutions
• Competitive salaries & quarterly bonus
• Clear progression plan
• A vibrant, collaborative culture that celebrates success and supports growth
• Exclusive perks, including top‑tier rewards and subsidised gym memberships
• Hybrid Working
• Luxury incentive trips to dream destinations
• World‑class training and development programmes
• Global opportunities with 31 offices worldwide
• Make an impact through meaningful volunteering initiatives

Disability Confidence

As a Disability Confident Employer, Robert Walters is committed to offering a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process to all candidates. If you require any accommodations or adjustments as a result of a disability, impairment or health condition, please do not hesitate to let me know.

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Job Details

• Contract Type: Permanent
• Specialism: Recruitment
• Focus: Consultant
• Workplace Type: Hybrid
• Experience Level: Associate
• Language: English - Professional working
• Location: City of London