Executive Search Senior Associate - Amsterdam

Heidrick & Struggles International; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Heidrick & Struggles International is seeking a Senior Associate in Amsterdam to support the executive recruiting lifecycle from strategy to placement. You will work closely with Search Partners and Principals, building candidate pipelines, conducting interviews, and delivering client-ready materials.

The role emphasizes continued mentorship, hands-on development, and exposure to business development activities within a global advisory firm.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years professional experience in recruitment or 3+ years in transferable recruiting.
• Undergraduate BA/BS degree required.
• Experience in executive search or related fields preferred.
• Proven written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop position specifications and search strategies with the consultant.
• Research industries and map the talent landscape for executives.
• Conduct in-depth candidate interviews and assess fit to requirements.
• Write candidate assessments and present candidates to clients.
• Manage candidate relationships throughout the search lifecycle.
• Support client relationship management with the consultant.
• Collaborate across stakeholders and contribute to firm initiatives.

Skills

Executive search

Candidate assessment

Stakeholder management

Business development

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Heidrick & Struggles International is seeking a Senior Associate in Amsterdam to support the executive recruiting lifecycle from strategy to placement. You will work closely with Search Partners and Principals, building candidate pipelines, conducting interviews, and delivering client-ready materials.

The role emphasizes continued mentorship, hands-on development, and exposure to business development activities within a global advisory firm.