Senior Vice President

Next Step Talent; Greater London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading executive search firm in Greater London is seeking a Vice President/Senior Vice President to lead the full headhunting lifecycle and manage client relationships. The role involves attracting senior candidates in the clean energy sector and executing client acquisition strategies. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in executive search and be passionate about the energy transition. Competitive compensation includes a base salary and a market-leading commission structure.

Benefits

Professional development from industry experts

Opportunities for international relocation

Meritocratic culture with performance rewards

Qualifications

• 5+ years of proven experience in executive search or 360 recruitment.
• Track record within Clean Energy, Energy Infrastructure, or Sustainable Finance markets.
• Strong business development and market mapping capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full headhunting lifecycle and manage high‑value client relationships.
• Engage and attract senior passive candidates across clean energy markets.
• Build and nurture business relationships and execute client acquisition strategies.

Skills

Business development

Interpersonal skills

Market mapping

Familiarity with CRM tools

Passion for energy transition

Job description

About the job Vice President / Senior VIce President

About Us

We are a specialist talent search and advisory firm dedicated to advancing the global energy transition. Our mission is to accelerate planetary sustainability by focusing on the most pivotal driver of change: human capital.

The Role

As VP/SVP, you will lead the full headhunting lifecycle, manage high‑value client relationships, and develop profit streams within one of our specialised search practices. You will work closely with founders and advisors to execute strategic search mandates and play a key role in shaping the company’s growth and market presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Candidate Acquisition: Engage and attract senior passive candidates across clean energy, energy infrastructure, or sustainable finance markets.
• Client Origination: Build new business, nurture existing relationships, and execute client acquisition strategies.
• Search Execution: Lead high‑quality retained search processes and deliver exceptional results to clients.
• Deal Execution: Structure and negotiate complex recruitment deals.
• Leadership: Mentor peers and lead team performance, training, and development.
• Strategic Collaboration: Partner closely with the leadership team to refine market approaches and sales strategies.

What We Offer

• Direct impact on the company’s growth, working closely with founders.
• Professional development from industry experts and clear progression to Director level within 2 years.
• Competitive compensation: base salary, incentives, and market‑leading 40% commission (flexible ramp‑up option up to 80% for 36 months).
• Fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment with minimal bureaucracy.
• Opportunities for international relocation/sponsorship to the US.
• A meritocratic culture where performance is rewarded.
• A chance to specialise in high‑growth, nascent markets shaping the future of clean energy.

Qualifications

• 5+ years proven experience in executive search or 360 recruitment.
• Track record within Clean Energy, Energy Infrastructure, or Sustainable Finance markets.
• Strong business development and market mapping capabilities.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills to influence senior stakeholders.
• Familiarity with CRM and sales tools.
• Entrepreneurial, ambitious, and passionate about driving the energy transition.