Executive Search Consultant - Healthcare & Life Sciences

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Uncapped bonus

Professional growth opportunities

Medical aid & retirement fund

Hybrid work model in Durban

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban invites an experienced Executive Search Consultant to lead senior healthcare leadership assignments. You will map markets, engage CEOs and C-suite executives, and manage end-to-end searches with integrity and discretion.

Join a distinguished recruitment consultancy, work hybrid in Durban, and benefit from uncapped bonuses, ongoing professional development, medical aid, and retirement fund contributions while building a strong network across Healthcare & Life Sciences.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years in executive search, healthcare & life sciences experience preferred.
• Ability to recruit for CEOs, COOs, CMOs, VPs of Research and other senior roles.
• Strong understanding of industry trends, regulatory landscapes, and key players.

Responsibilities

• Conduct retained executive searches for senior leadership in healthcare and life sciences.
• Develop search strategies, gather market intelligence, identify and engage candidates.
• Build and maintain a network of healthcare executives and potential candidates.
• Manage client relationships, provide expert updates throughout the search process.
• Conduct candidate assessments, interviews, and reference checks.
• Prepare detailed candidate profiles and search reports for clients.
• Collaborate with internal teams to enhance market understanding and talent pools.
• Support business development by identifying new opportunities in the sector.
• Uphold ethics, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Skills

Executive search

Market mapping

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA

MSc

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

Executive search platforms

CRM tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a distinguished recruitment consultancy headquartered in Durban , is seeking an experienced and strategically minded Executive Search Consultant to bolster their Healthcare & Life Sciences practice. This role is designed for a seasoned professional adept at identifying and securing C-suite and senior leadership talent for prominent organizations within the healthcare ecosystem. You will be instrumental in conducting in-depth market mapping, engaging with high-caliber executives, and ensuring a seamless search process from initiation to completion. The ideal candidate possesses a nuanced understanding of the complexities within the healthcare sector and a passion for facilitating critical leadership appointments.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct retained executive searches for senior leadership positions within the healthcare and life sciences industries.
• Develop sophisticated search strategies, including market intelligence gathering, candidate identification, and engagement plans.
• Build and maintain a strong network of healthcare and life sciences executives and potential candidates.
• Manage client relationships, providing expert advice and updates throughout the search process.
• Conduct comprehensive candidate assessments, including in-depth interviews and reference checks.
• Prepare detailed candidate profiles and search reports for clients.
• Collaborate with internal research teams to enhance market understanding and identify talent pools.
• Contribute to business development efforts by identifying new opportunities within the sector.
• Uphold the highest standards of ethics, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Requirements

• A minimum of 6 years of experience in executive search, with a proven track record within the Healthcare & Life Sciences sector.
• Demonstrated success in recruiting for roles such as CEOs, COOs, CMOs, VPs of Research, and other senior executive positions.
• Deep understanding of industry trends, regulatory landscapes, and key players in healthcare and life sciences.
• Exceptional research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Superb interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior executives.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex search projects simultaneously.
• A bachelor's degree is required; an advanced degree (MBA, MSc) is a plus.
• Proficiency in executive search methodologies and relevant technology platforms.

Benefits

• This role offers a highly competitive compensation package, including a substantial base salary and an uncapped bonus structure tied to successful placements.
• Our client is committed to fostering professional growth through continuous learning opportunities and career progression paths.
• You will work within a supportive and expert team in a stimulating environment in Durban.
• Benefits include comprehensive medical aid, retirement fund contributions, and access to cutting-edge recruitment tools.
• The Hybrid work model provides a balance of collaborative office work in Durban and remote flexibility.