RCQ Associates is an internationally renowned, niche recruitment firm, focused on connecting outstanding global talent within financial markets. We were established in 2015 by Edward James, a globally acclaimed headhunting professional with 20 years’ experience. We are internationally renowned as a headhunting specialist within the Financial Markets space and our experts have successfully completed mandates at all levels of seniority, including at board level.
We are now seeking a bright individual with a strong work ethic, and excellent communication skills to join our small growing team. In this role, you will focus on UK and European hiring needs, working with leading international banks and investors. You must have a strong work ethic, and in return you would expect on target earnings after 18 months to be above £100k.
The role:
• You will be focused on attracting international specialists for open roles in Europe. The right candidate will be creative in their approach to business development, and should be excited to build a network outside of our existing contacts.
• The role will be mainly office based in Richmond (South West London), with a significant period of time spent networking and researching existing databases for individuals with experience matching current requirements.
• You will be required to speak with contacts at all levels throughout the day, mainly over the phone but also where possible and relevant, in person. Typically, these contacts will very bright and have a Master’s degree or a PhD and be at mid or senior level.
• One you have gained an understanding of the technical aspects of this sector, you will have the opportunity to develop the business area and gain new clients for your business area. We offer a structured promotion plan and are looking for people to grow with the business. In depth on the desk training will be provided.
The key traits we are seeking:
• As a bright individual, you will have the ability to pick up technical concepts. We are ideally seeking graduates with an excellent academic background and evidence of research experience.
• Trustworthy and diligent. We are proud of our reputation as a trusted advisor to all of our contacts. We are not looking for someone with a sales mindset but focus on those who can add value and strive to go the extra mile in a consultative and value-added manner.
• Self-motivated and ambitious, with the desire to excel.
• Strong communication skills both in person and particularly given our international client base, you must be happy conversing on the phone with highly intelligent individuals where English is not always their first language.
• You must consider yourself to be well organised and have strong attention to detail.
• Flexibility to work with people in other time zones who may require communicating with outside of usual office hours.