Associate Partner

MICHAEL PAGE INTERNATIONAL PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Portfolio ownership

Salary and commission

Executive search development

Global connectivity

Career progression

Job summary

Page Executive Singapore, part of MICHAEL PAGE INTERNATIONAL PTE LTD, seeks an Associate Partner to develop a portfolio of senior leadership assignments and recruit for C-level and executive roles. You will build trusted client relationships, win engagements and deliver retained search assignments with the support of a global network of researchers and partners.

You will work with senior leaders and HR executives to shape search briefs, assess candidates objectively and provide market insights.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering senior-level recruitment within executive search or specialist recruitment.
• Proven ability to win business, grow client accounts and maintain trusted relationships.
• Strong market expertise and credibility with senior clients and candidates.
• Experience managing recruitment assignments end-to-end including assessments and negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Develop a specialist client and candidate portfolio for senior leadership recruitment and executive search.
• Generate new business through client engagement, referrals, market research and networking.
• Build relationships with business leaders, HR executives and other senior stakeholders to understand hiring priorities.
• Lead client briefings to establish role requirements, scope and search approach.
• Prepare proposals and negotiate fees within company guidelines.
• Manage recruitment assignments from market mapping to placement follow-up.
• Originates and delivers retained searches with senior partners and researchers.

Skills

Senior-level recruitment

Business development

Client relationships

Negotiation

Market research

Stakeholder management

Job description

Job Summary / Introduction

Develop senior client partnerships anddeliver executive recruitment assignments while building your expertise inretained search.

Grow your specialist portfolio withcommercial ownership, supported by Page Executive's experienced partners,research capabilities and the wider Michael Page network.

Details About the Client

Page Executive Singapore is seeking arecruitment professional with experience in senior appointments to join as anAssociate Partner. You will develop client relationships, win and deliverassignments, and build your retained search expertise. This opportunity suitsexecutive search professionals and specialist recruiters seeking to developtheir careers in senior leadership recruitment.

About Us

Page Executive is the executive searchbusiness within the Michael Page brand, specialising in senior leadershiprecruitment, permanent and interim executive appointments, non-executiveappointments and executive talent advisory.

We combine specialist market knowledge,international networks and dedicated research capabilities to deliver tailoredsearch solutions. Our approach brings together entrepreneurial freedom and thesupport of an established global business.

Earning Trust, Growing Connections andMaking a Difference guide how we work with clients, candidates and colleagues.We value collaboration, respect, professional integrity and service excellence.

Role Description

• Develop a specialist client and candidate portfolio, identifying opportunities for senior leadership recruitment and executive search.
• Generate new business through client engagement, referrals, market research and professional networking.
• Build relationships with business leaders, HR executives and other senior stakeholders, understanding their organisations and hiring priorities.
• Conduct client briefings to establish role requirements, assignment scope, search approach and assessment criteria.
• Prepare proposals and negotiate fees and engagement terms within company guidelines, with guidance on complex assignments where appropriate.
• Manage recruitment assignments from market mapping and candidate sourcing through assessment, shortlist presentation, offer negotiation and placement follow-up.
• Develop your ability to originate and deliver retained searches, working with experienced partners and research colleagues.
• Build relationships with senior professionals, understanding their experience, motivations and career aspirations.
• Assess candidates objectively against job-related requirements and present clear, evidence-based recommendations.
• Provide clients and candidates with informed advice on market conditions, talent availability and remuneration.
• Participate in relevant industry events and contribute market insights to strengthen your specialist knowledge and professional visibility.
• Collaborate across Page Executive and Michael Page on referrals, client development and cross-border assignments.
• Maintain accurate assignment records and uphold confidentiality, fair recruitment practices and professional standards.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for a recruitmentprofessional who can demonstrate:

• Experience delivering senior-level recruitment assignments within executive search or specialist recruitment.
• A track record of winning business, developing client accounts and maintaining trusted professional relationships.
• Relevant market expertise and the ability to engage credibly with senior clients and candidates.
• Experience managing recruitment assignments independently, including candidate assessment, client presentations and offer negotiations.
• An understanding of retained search, or a clear interest in developing this capability through training and practical experience.
• Commercial judgement and the initiative to develop a specialist portfolio.
• Clear communication, presentation and negotiation skills.
• Strong research and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple assignments.
• A collaborative approach and willingness to seek feedback, share insights and develop professionally.
• A commitment to objective assessment, inclusive search practices, confidentiality and professional integrity.

What We Offer

• Portfolio Ownership: Scope to develop your specialist market and client relationships, supported by established resources and experienced colleagues.
• Reward and Recognition: A salary and commission scheme recognising individual contribution and business development.
• Executive Search Development: Practical guidance and training to strengthen your retained search, assessment and advisory capabilities.
• Global Connectivity: Access to international colleagues, research capabilities, referral networks and the wider Michael Page business.
• Career Progression: A structured pathway to broader responsibilities and progression towards Partner, based on demonstrated capability and contribution.

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