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ThinkingAhead Executive Search; United States; Remote; USD 150,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped earning potential

Values-aligned culture

Pathway for growth and leadership

Job summary

A leading executive search firm is seeking an Associate Partner to manage a portable book of business while serving as a trusted advisor to clients. This remote, entrepreneurial role requires proven success in executive search or consultative B2B sales, along with strong relationship management skills. The firm offers autonomy with the support of a recognized brand, uncapped earning potential, and a focus on ethical search practices. Candidates with a bachelor's degree and complex B2B experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience managing complex B2B relationships preferred.
• Established portable book of business consistent for over 2 years.
• Comfort in a performance-based draw + commission + bonus environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portable book of business.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients.
• Lead full life-cycle executive search engagements.
• Mentor and collaborate with recruiters.
• Mentor and collaborate with recruiters and researchers as needed.
• Contribute to the growth and reputation of The ThinkingAhead brand.

Skills

Proven success in executive search

Strong client presence

Communication skills

Relationship management

Ability to work autonomously

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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About ThinkingAhead

For over 35 years, ThinkingAhead has been a pioneer in engaging clients committed to just, equitable, diverse, and inclusive recruitment and management practices. Our unwavering commitment to these values has earned us recognition by Forbes as one of America’s Best Executive Recruiting Firms and a Top Search Firm for Women of Color.

We believe executive search is a mission built on trust, credibility, and long‑term relationships. Our partners are thoughtful advisors who understand that lasting impact comes from asking the right questions, aligning talent to mission, and delivering results with integrity.

About the Role

ThinkingAhead is selectively expanding its leadership bench and seeking Associate Partners who are senior search professionals with established client relationships who are ready to grow their practice within a highly respected, values‑driven firm.

This is a remote, entrepreneurial role designed for individuals who already operate with a partner mindset and are looking for a long‑term platform that supports both performance and purpose.

What You’ll Do

As an Associate Partner, you will:

• Manage and grow a portable book of business, with a demonstrated annual value over time
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, owning senior‑level search engagements end‑to‑end
• Build and expand long‑term client partnerships aligned with ThinkingAhead’s mission and values
• Lead full life‑cycle executive search engagements, from intake through placement
• Mentor and collaborate with recruiters and researchers as needed
• Contribute to the continued growth and reputation of the ThinkingAhead brand

Who You Are

We’re looking for professionals who bring:

• Proven success in executive search, staffing, or consultative B2B sales
• An established, portable book of business (consistently billing annually over 2+ years)
• Comfort operating in a performance‑based, draw + commission + bonus environment
• Strong client presence, communication, and relationship‑management skills
• The ability to work autonomously while contributing to a collaborative, matrixed firm
• A long‑term mindset and interest in growing within a 40‑year‑old organization

Experience managing complex B2B relationships and a bachelor’s degree are preferred

Why ThinkingAhead

ThinkingAhead offers Associate Partners a rare combination: the autonomy of running your own desk with the backing of an award‑winning firm known for ethical search and meaningful impact.

You’ll find:

• A respected brand that helps to open doors
• Uncapped earning potential
• A values‑aligned, adult culture that trusts experienced professionals
• A clear pathway for continued growth and leadership