Executive Search Consultant

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Performance bonuses

Access to market intelligence

Work with C-suite executives

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Executive Search Consultant to join our client’s hybrid team serving the Queenstown area. You will manage the full search lifecycle from client briefings to candidate identification, assessment and offer management, partnering with C-suite clients across various industries.

The role blends strategic remote work with in-person client engagement and team collaboration to deliver a rigorous, results-focused executive search experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in executive search or senior-level recruitment.
• Demonstrated track record managing complex search assignments end-to-end.
• Strong research, analytical and communication skills.
• Experience in client relationship management and business development.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth client discovery to understand executive requirements and culture.
• Develop and execute targeted search strategies to identify senior leaders.
• Assess candidates through behavioral interviews and reference checks.
• Present shortlisted candidates with insights and recommendations to clients.
• Manage complex offer negotiations and onboarding processes.
• Build and maintain a network of senior professionals and industry contacts.

Skills

Executive search

Senior-level recruitment

Client relationship management

Interviewing & assessment

Business development

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

CRM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a specialist executive search firm, is seeking an experienced Executive Search Consultant to join their team serving the Queenstown area. This role focuses on identifying and engaging senior‑level talent for critical leadership positions across a range of industries. You will manage the entire search process, from client consultation and candidate identification to assessment and offer management. This hybrid role combines the strategic advantage of remote work with the benefits of in‑person client interaction and team collaboration, ensuring a comprehensive and effective executive search experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth client discovery meetings to understand executive-level requirements and organizational culture.
• Develop and execute targeted search strategies to identify and attract high-caliber senior executives.
• Conduct thorough candidate assessments, including behavioral interviews and reference checks.
• Present shortlisted candidates to clients with detailed insights and strategic recommendations.
• Manage complex offer negotiations and facilitate seamless onboarding processes.
• Build and maintain a strong network of senior professionals and industry contacts.

Requirements

• Proven track record in executive search or senior-level recruitment.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex search assignments from start to finish.
• Exceptional research, analytical, and communication skills.
• Experience in client relationship management and business development.
• Ability to operate effectively in a hybrid work environment, balancing remote and in-office responsibilities.
• Discretion and a high level of professionalism are essential.

Benefits

• Highly competitive executive compensation package with significant performance bonuses.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement offering excellent work-life integration.
• Access to proprietary search methodologies and market intelligence.
• Opportunity to work with C‑suite executives and leading organizations.
• A sophisticated and results‑oriented professional environment.