Job description
JOIN A GLOBAL LEGAL EXECUTIVE SEARCH FIRM OPERATING AT THE TOP END OF THE MARKET
Role: Executive Search Consultant
Location: London
Base: £65k + Uncapped Commission
Step into a high-performance, executive search firm delivering senior and leadership hires across Legal and Private Capital markets.
Success here is proven - Consultants have billed £300k+ within their first 12 months, even in a completely new market.
Mandates operate at the very top end of the market with fees exceeding £2M+ and individual placements generating £600k+ in commission.
You’ll be joining a tight-knit, high-performance team, working alongside consultants who consistently deliver at the top of the market.
What’s in it for you?
Up to £65k (DOE) + uncapped commission
Multiple consultants billing £1M+ annually
Uncapped commission structure up to 30%
£55K average fees with consistent six-figure deals
Full ownership of your market and autonomy over your desk
International exposure across London and Miami markets
Incentive trips and performance-based rewards
Clear progression to Associate Partner, Partner, and Equity Partner
What are they looking for?
Ideally 5+ years’ experience in Legal, Private Capital, or a relevant STEM market (open to speaking with consultants with 3+ years)
Proven track record of business development and consistent billing
Experience running end-to-end, senior-level search processes
Commercial, entrepreneurial mindset with a relationship-led approach
Motivated by ownership, progression, and long-term earning potential
If you're an experienced recruiter and want exposure to high-value mandates within a high-performing agency, I’d be happy to share more!
Drop me a message ( j.macfarlane@highergroup.co.uk | 07451267609 ) for a confidential chat.
Direct applications here:
https://lnkd.in/ekYRaBvj
Extra information
- Status
- Open
- Education Level
- Secondary School
- Location
- City of London
- Type of Contract
- Full-time jobs
- Published at
- 02-05-2026
- Full UK/EU driving license preferred
- No
- Car Preferred
- No
- Must be eligible to work in the EU
- No
- Cover Letter Required
- No
- Languages
- English
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