Entry Level Recruitment Consultant

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Job Description

Executive Search Associate Our client is a leading independent Executive Search and Board Advisory firm, advising some of the world's most successful businesses, private equity firms, entrepreneurs and family-owned companies on their most important leadership appointments.

The firm works across a range of sectors including Financial Services, Consumer, Industrial, Technology, Media & Telecoms, Healthcare, Real Estate and Private Equity, with assignments spanning the UK and international markets.

They are looking to hire an Executive Search Associate to join their London team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a high-achieving graduate or early-career professional to build a career in Executive Search, working closely with experienced Partners and gaining exposure to senior executives, Boards and leading businesses.

What They're Looking For Our client is looking for high-calibre, ambitious individuals with strong academic backgrounds and genuine intellectual curiosity .The ideal candidate will have: A minimum 2:1 degree from a strong universityExcellent written and verbal communication skillsA genuine interest in business, companies and the wider commercial worldStrong research and analytical abilityThe confidence and maturity to engage with senior executivesA strong work ethic and high personal standardsExcellent attention to detailResilience and the ability to perform in a demanding environmentThe ability to work collaboratively as part of a teamA proactive and positive approachThe ambition to develop a long-term career in Executive Search and Board AdvisoryPrevious recruitment or Executive Search experience is not essential.

The client is particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate academic achievement, commercial awareness, intellectual curiosity and strong interpersonal skills.

What You'll Be Doing

As an Executive Search Associate, you will work alongside experienced Partners and consultants on senior-level search assignments.

Your responsibilities will include:

Conducting detailed executive search and market researchMapping industries, companies and talent marketsIdentifying senior executives and potential candidatesBuilding detailed candidate profiles and market intelligenceContacting senior professionals to discuss potential opportunitiesConducting candidate interviews and assessing suitabilityPreparing candidate reports and presentations for clientsSupporting Partners throughout the executive search processAttending client and candidate meetingsDeveloping specialist knowledge of different industries and functionsContributing to research, analysis and business development activityManaging multiple assignments while working to demanding deadlinesYou will be given responsibility from an early stage, with the opportunity to develop your understanding of Executive Search, leadership assessment, talent strategy and Board Advisory.

What You'll Gain This role offers exposure to some of the most senior individuals in business and provides the opportunity to develop a broad range of highly transferable skills. You will develop experience across: Executive SearchBoard SearchMarket ResearchBusiness ResearchCandidate AssessmentClient ManagementBusiness DevelopmentIndustry AnalysisLeadership and Talent AdvisoryYou'll work closely with experienced search professionals and gain an understanding of how major organisations identify, assess and appoint their senior leadership teams. Who This Role Suits This role would suit a high-achieving graduate or early-career professional who wants a challenging and intellectually stimulating career.

You may have studied Business, Economics, Finance, History, Politics, English, Law, Psychology or another academic discipline. What matters most is your ability to demonstrate strong analytical thinking, communication skills, curiosity and ambition.

You might currently be working in: Graduate rolesConsultingResearchRecruitmentFinancial servicesProfessional servicesSales or business developmentOther analytical or client-facing environmentsWhy Join? Our client offers the opportunity to develop a career in an environment where quality, intellectual curiosity and relationships are central to the work.

Rather than operating as a high-volume recruitment business, the firm works on senior-level assignments where detailed research, judgement and understanding of the client and candidate are critical.

For someone with the right ambition and ability, this provides the opportunity to build genuine expertise in Executive Search and Board Advisory while developing a strong network of senior business leaders.

Key Requirements

Essential: Minimum 2:1 degreeExcellent communication skillsStrong research and analytical abilityGenuine interest in business and organisationsStrong attention to detailHigh level of professionalismResilience and strong work ethicAbility to work effectively in a teamDesirable: Previous internship or experience in a professional services environmentExperience involving research, analysis or client interactionInterest in financial markets, business or leadershipPrevious recruitment or Executive Search experienceContact Libby from SW6 on 07885295131.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

South Ruislip

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

28-09-2026

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