Executive search consultant

Executive Search Trainee Consultant

London | £30,000 base + uncapped commission | High-end client exposure

Looking to transition from sales into a more strategic, influential, and financially rewarding profession? Executive Search offers a consultative sales environment where youll work with senior decision-makers, engage with C-suite talent, and develop as a market-expert in your specialist field.

The Role

As a Trainee Executive Search Consultant, youll support and eventually lead high-level hiring assignments for leadership and specialist roles. Youll engage directly with business leaders, build industry insight, and take ownership of long-term client and candidate relationships.

Your core responsibilities will include:

* Partnering with clients to understand hiring needs and talent strategy

* Proactively identifying and headhunting senior-level professionals

* Conducting market research and mapping competitor organisations

* Managing the interview and assessment process

* Advising and consulting based on market intelligence, salary benchmarking, and candidate insights

* Negotiating compensation packages and closing executive-level placements

What Were Looking For
1. Proven success in a sales, commercial, or client-facing role