Senior Executive Search Consultant – Finance (C-Suite) | London
The Opportunity
A highly reputable Executive Search firm in London is seeking an experienced Research Consultant to join their established Finance practice. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on C-Suite and C-1 level mandates across a range of sectors, with a particular focus on CFO, Finance Director, and other senior finance leadership roles.
The Role
As a Senior Executive Search Consultant, you will:
* Partner with senior consultants and clients to define role briefs and build search strategies.
* Conduct in-depth market mapping and targeted research to identify top-tier leadership talent within Finance.
* Engage directly with senior candidates, managing outreach, qualification, and assessment.
* Provide insightful market intelligence and competitor analysis to both clients and the wider team.
* Prepare high-quality candidate reports, longlists, and shortlists for C-Suite and senior Finance mandates.
* Participate in client meetings, offering insight and candidate recommendations.
* Support the development of junior researchers and contribute to knowledge sharing within the team.
About You
* Proven experience in executive research or executive search, ideally with exposure to Finance leadership appointments.
* A strong track record within Accountancy & Finance recruitment in the Commerce & Industry space, now looking to step up into a senior research/consultant role.
* Understanding of the nuances of C-Suite and C-1 recruitment, particularly within Finance (CFO, FD, Group Financial Controller, Audit, Tax, etc.).
* Excellent research, mapping, and candidate engagement skills.
* Confident communicator with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
* Detail-oriented, methodical, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment.
What's on Offer
* The chance to work with a respected search brand with deep market credibility.
* Competitive base salary with performance-linked bonus.
* Hybrid working model (3 days in London office).
* Clear progression opportunities within the firm, with a view to moving into a full consultant role if desired.