Search Consultant
Basic salary c. £40-45,000
OTE c. £70-100,000 OTE plus
Benefits:
Uncapped commission structure
Flexible hybrid working options
Comprehensive training and career development
Private healthcare
Generous holiday allowance
Incentive trips and team events
Based London - Hybrid Working
Unique retained search model with a high success rate
Exceptional networking-driven approach, building long-term relationships rather than traditional BD.
Strong focus on impact-driven hiring, improving businesses and communities across Africa.
The Person:
We are looking for a motivated and results-driven professional with a passion for recruitment and executive search. The ideal candidate will have:
Previous experience in recruitment, ideally within an environment where you have worked on exclusive roles/some retained roles
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
A proven track record in sales, recruitment, or business development
Ability to build and maintain long-term client relationships through networking
A proactive and resilient attitude
Excellent negotiation and influencing abilities
French language skills are beneficial
A background in Healthcare, Clean Energy, Financial Services, or Private Equity is advantageous
A connection to Africa or an understanding of the region is preferred
A great networker who is naturally curious and passionate about making a difference in businesses in this region
The Company:
Founded in 2010, the business has grown to a team of 25 people.
They specialise in executive search across Finance, HR, Marketing, and other leadership roles, with a strong focus on making a positive impact on businesses and local communities.
The company operates with a unique retained search model, supported by a team in the UK and Ethiopia.
They complete numerous mandates over the course of a year, with a 78% local placement rate and a third of hires being women.
Their client base is diverse, including all the big brands, startups, and established businesses looking to grow with top tier talent across Africa.
The Role:
As a Search Consultant, you will:
Develop and manage client relationships within your specialist sector
Identify and engage with high-calibre candidates through headhunting and networking
Provide consultative advice to clients and candidates throughout the recruitment process
Achieve and exceed sales and performance targets
Work collaboratively with colleagues to drive business growth
Stay updated with industry trends and market intelligence
Contribute to mailshots and insights through the company database to attract new business
Conduct in-depth briefings with clients and present well-researched candidate shortlists
Ensure candidates undergo evidential assessments, and compiling detailed reports on shortlisted candidates
Work on Executive-level searches, including CFOs, CEO’s, General Managers, HR Directors, BD Directors and Board Appointments amongst others.
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