Principle Consultant - Executive Remuneration

Contract typePermanentSalaryNegotiableReferenceBBBH195097Location:LondonI am currently representing a global advisory firm to seek a high-performing Principal Consultant to join their market-leading Executive Remuneration practice in London.The team advises the remuneration committees of approximately 90 FTSE-listed companies as well as a significant portfolio of private businesses.

Qualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below.

The group offers a collaborative, high-growth environment with a flat reporting structure and exceptional career progression opportunities.Key ResponsibilitiesAdvisory & Design: Delivering expert advice from "first principles" on the design and operation of executive pay programmes.Financial Services & General Sector Focus: Advising financial services clients utilizing a strong understanding of relevant regulations, while maintaining a diverse portfolio outside the sector.Research & Benchmarking: Analysing corporate strategies, comparator pay quantum and structures, and financial analyst reports using advanced Excel and DataStream/Bloomberg tools.Supervision & Mentorship: Guiding junior consultants and analysts in data collection, research execution, and client deliverable drafting.Governance & Trends: Interpreting corporate governance trends and institutional investor perspectives to shape future executive remuneration policies.Business Development: Preparing tender documents, attending pitches, and directly presenting recommendations to corporate executives.Candidate Profile & QualificationsMinimum of a university degree from a leading university.

Professional qualifications (e.g., ACCA, CFA) are highly encouraged.A minimum of 5 years of active consulting experience within executive remuneration, ideally underpinned by a strong Mathematics or Finance background.A solid understanding of the FCA/PRA remuneration regulatory framework for banks, with working knowledge of rules applying to investment firms (MIFIDPRU) and Asset Managers (AIFM and UCITS).

IPO experience is considered a distinct advantage.Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (financial modelling and benchmarking), Word, PowerPoint, and market databases like DataStream or Bloomberg.

Familiarity with statistical packages is a bonus.Commercially astute, adaptable, and eager to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth setting.In return you will receive a competitive benefits package including a pension with a 5% employer contribution (increasing by 2% after tenure), a competitive performance-related bonus, and comprehensive insurance and healthcare coverage comprising Private Medical Insurance, life cover, and Permanent Health Insurance.We are happy to provide application and/or accessibility support, please contact your Marks Sattin or Grafton consultant directly to discuss your needs. xwzovoh

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