Job Title: Executive Search Consultant
Location: London
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: Competitive + Commission + Benefits
The Opportunity
Trust in SODA is looking for an experienced and ambitious Executive Search Consultant to join our growing team. You will be responsible for managing retained and exclusive search mandates, building strong relationships with C-suite clients, and delivering exceptional talent solutions.
We have over 500,000 people as part of our global communities Women in DevOps, Ex-Miltary Careers & Pride in Tech – This access to cutting-edge solutions fostering equitable workplaces means we can collaborate with world class businesses to connect with diverse tech talent. From idea to thriving network, Women in DevOps is reshaping the industry and bridging skill gaps for lasting impact and you’ll have an opportunity to drive both inbound business and unique business development opportunities.
We're offering up to 50% commissions with no threshold, along with yearly bonuses on top.
Our SODA squad operates out of the UK (London), Ireland (Dublin), Switzerland (Zug), USA (Boston) to deliver a solution-focused, bespoke, personal service to employers and candidates across embedded, SOW, contract, and retained hiring solutions. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside our AI Strategy Consultancy Sorai (www.soraiglobal.com), which has been founded by Ex-McKinsey and Deloitte Associate Partners. Our network is very strong, and you will have the opportunity to leverage those relationships and help customers with strategic imperatives and talent solutions.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage end-to-end executive search assignments from brief to placement
* Conduct in-depth client briefings to understand strategic hiring needs
* Identify, engage, and assess senior-level talent using market mapping, networking, and headhunting techniques
* Present qualified shortlists and candidate insights to clients with confidence and credibility
* Act as a trusted advisor to clients and candidates throughout the recruitment lifecycle
* Build and nurture long-term relationships with senior stakeholders and industry influencers
* Collaborate with internal researchers and delivery teams to ensure project success
* Maintain accurate records of all client and candidate activity using our CRM system
Requirements
* Proven track record in executive search or senior-level recruitment (typically 3+ years of experience)
* Deep sector knowledge or specialism in one or more industries (e.g., Tech, FS, Healthcare, AI)
* Strong commercial acumen with the ability to win and grow client accounts
* Confident communicator with gravitas and the ability to influence senior stakeholders
* Excellent research, candidate assessment, and interviewing skills
* Proactive, resilient, and target-driven with a high level of integrity
What We Offer
* Competitive base salary with uncapped commission structure
* A supportive and entrepreneurial environment with genuine autonomy
* Access to retained search mandates and high-profile clients
* Best Tech stack in the industry
* Market-leading tools, resources, and delivery support
* Ongoing training and professional development
* Hybrid working model and flexible hours
* Incentives, wellness initiatives, and team event
Benefits
* Commission paid monthly at 10-50% with no threshold.
* LTIP and EMI shares
* Hybrid working: 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home
* Unlimited paid annual leave from Senior and above
* A paid 6-week sabbatical after every 3 years of service
* Paid period leave, 10 days a year on top of annual leave for your period
* 2 days per year of charitable leave to give back to the community
* Weekly target to finish at 3pm on a Friday if you hit your ‘WGLL'
* Flexible lunches for gym-goers
* Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
* Expense £50 a month towards gym or sports club membership
* Subsidised healthcare – we pay 50% of your Vitality coverage
* Dog-friendly offices – bring your furry friends to the office!
* Future leaders training programme for first-time managers
* Advanced leaders training programme for senior managers
* Join our Diversity Innovation Team and make a difference across our EEGs
* Annual Summer Incentive Trips for all staff such as Miami, Croatia, Mexico, Mykonos etc
* Annual Summer & Winter Parties for all staff
* Quarterly Lunch Club incentives for all staff
* Loans for home office set up
* Staff Treats subscription – a discount platform with a whole host of perks, discounts, and benefits