Executive Search Consultant

Entry-Level Executive Search Consultant

All potential candidates should read through the following details of this job with care before making an application.
Our client is a leading international Executive Search firm specialising in the financial services sector, with an established presence across major global financial centres.
They partner with some of the world's leading investment firms and financial institutions, advising on senior appointments across areas including Investment Management, Investment Banking, C-Suite & Infrastructure and Technology .
Due to continued growth, they are looking to hire an ambitious and driven Entry-Level Executive Search Consultant to join their London team.
This is an opportunity for someone at the beginning of their career to enter a highly commercial, relationship-led environment and develop specialist expertise within global financial services.
What They're Looking For Our client is particularly interested in candidates who demonstrate ambition, resilience and strong interpersonal skills .
You don't need previous Executive Search or recruitment experience. They are open to candidates from a range of backgrounds, including graduates and individuals with experience in sales, business development, financial services, consulting, hospitality or other competitive, client-facing environments.
They're looking for someone who is:
Ambitious motivated by career progression and personal achievement

Commercially driven interested in business, financial markets and understanding how organisations operate

Confident comfortable speaking to new people and building relationships

Articulate able to communicate clearly and professionally with candidates and clients

Resilient able to handle rejection, setbacks and a fast-paced environment

Competitive motivated by targets and achieving strong results

Curious naturally interested in people, businesses and different financial markets

Hard-working willing to put in the effort required to develop quickly

Organised capable of managing multiple projects, candidates and deadlines simultaneously

Proactive someone who takes initiative and looks for opportunities rather than waiting for instruction

Relationship-focused able to establish credibility and build long-term professional relationships

The Role Working alongside experienced Executive Search professionals, the successful candidate will receive extensive training and gain exposure to the complete search process.
Responsibilities will include:
Researching and mapping financial services markets

Identifying and approaching high-calibre candidates

Building and developing a network of senior professionals

Conducting candidate conversations and understanding career motivations

Supporting consultants on senior-level search assignments

Developing detailed market and candidate intelligence

Liaising with candidates throughout the search process

Working closely with consultants to understand client requirements

Managing multiple assignments and deadlines

Developing specialist knowledge across specific financial services markets

Supporting business development and the growth of client relationships

Why This Role? The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in an environment where they can develop commercial, analytical and relationship-management skills from an early stage in their career.
The role provides exposure to senior executives, investment professionals and leading financial institutions internationally, while offering the opportunity to develop a specialist understanding of global financial markets.
For the right individual, there is a clear opportunity to progress within the business as they develop their expertise and demonstrate strong performance.
The Ideal Candidate This role would suit someone who is competitive, ambitious and motivated by a career where performance is rewarded .
A degree is preferred, but our client is ultimately more interested in attitude, communication skills, commercial drive and potential than simply academic background. xwzovoh
If you're looking for a challenging first step into a career combining finance, business, research and relationship-building , this could be an excellent opportunity.
To apply, please contact Libby from SW6 on