Senior Recruitment Consultant – Luxury Retail Leadership Talent

Luxuryrecruit; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An executive search firm is looking for a Senior Recruitment Consultant to lead placements within luxury retail. Join a successful team known for excellence in connecting top leadership talent with prestigious brands, offering competitive salaries and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Uncapped commission structure

Flexible hybrid working model

Professional development opportunities

Supportive company culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience in recruitment, focusing on luxury or retail.
• Strong knowledge of luxury retail market and established network.
• Self-motivated with a track record in meeting revenue targets.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow client accounts in luxury retail.
• Oversee recruitment lifecycle and provide market intelligence.
• Develop business strategies to secure new clients.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Commercial awareness

Networking

Job description

Senior Recruitment Consultant – Luxury Retail Leadership Talent

About Us: Luxury Recruit is a globally recognized executive search and recruitment firm specializing in the luxury sector. With over 15 years of success, we have built trusted partnerships with leading luxury brands across fashion, retail, beauty, lifestyle, and home. Our expertise lies in connecting top-tier talent with innovative and market-leading businesses.

Due to ongoing expansion, we are seeking an experienced Senior Recruitment Consultant to join our team, focusing on placing senior leadership talent within the luxury retail sector across the UK and internationally.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and grow a portfolio of client accounts across the luxury retail space, partnering with brands to source leadership talent.
• Oversee the full recruitment lifecycle, from client briefings and talent mapping to offer management and post-placement support.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients and candidates within the luxury retail industry, with a particular focus on senior and executive-level roles.
• Source, engage, and assess top leadership professionals using various search methodologies, including headhunting and proactive networking.
• Develop and implement business development strategies to identify and secure new client opportunities within the luxury retail market.
• Provide clients with up-to-date market intelligence, including salary benchmarks and talent trends.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience in recruitment, ideally specializing in senior leadership roles within the retail, luxury, or premium sectors.
• Strong knowledge of the luxury retail market, with an established network of contacts across leadership levels.
• Commercially driven with a track record of meeting or exceeding revenue targets.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently while thriving in a collaborative environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a consultative approach to client and candidate relationships.

What We Offer:

• Competitive base salary and an uncapped commission structure.
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing, globally recognized firm.
• Flexible hybrid working model (Central London office).
• Access to work with prestigious global luxury brands.
• Ongoing professional development and tailored training.
• Supportive and inclusive company culture driven by excellence and quality.

How to Apply: If you are an experienced recruiter with a passion for the luxury retail sector and a focus on leadership talent, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience.

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