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Head of executive search

Warrington
This Is Prime
Posted: 28 February
Offer description

Prime has been a market leader in graduate sales recruitment for over 12 years, and we are now setting our sights on establishing our Executive Search division as a leading player in the UK and US within the next three years. This role offers the chance to lead, develop, and scale a high-performing division within a well-established, award-winning business.


Our results speak for themselves:

* Over 500 five-star Google reviews for our quality-led service
* 4.9 Glassdoor rating from our team
* Proud winners of the Recruiter Best Candidate Award
* ISM BESMA Sales Training Provider of the Year


The Role


Over the next three years, the goal is to establish the Executive Search division as a market leader, making it one of the most influential and high-performing areas of the business, while complementing the continued growth of our graduate divisions.

You will lead the division, taking responsibility for client relationships, team development, and operational excellence, while helping shape the company’s overall strategy. There is no individual target for this role, although you will be expected to contribute to the team through candidate placements and client acquisition when required in line with hitting the overall divisional target.


Key Responsibilities


* Lead and manage the Executive Search division (UK & US)
* Ensure teams have the resources and headcount to consistently meet targets
* Build and maintain strong client relationships, including re-engaging lapsed accounts and identifying new opportunities
* Coach and develop team members to support career progression and promotions
* Oversee the recruitment lifecycle, ensuring a seamless experience for clients and candidates
* Drive divisions toward relationship-driven, quality-led agreements including exclusive and retained contracts
* Contribute to the company’s overall strategy and growth plans


Prime Perks


* This role offers a clear 12 month progression path, with the next step being promotion to Associate Director
* Competitive commission structure (quarterly + annual bonus opportunities)
* 25 days holiday (+3 for Christmas shutdown) + bank holidays
* Monthly training and development sessions
* Gym membership with extended lunch breaks
* Medicash plan & pension scheme
* Early finish Fridays (3:15pm finish after team call)
* Monthly target hitting clubs (meals & drinks)
* 2 x trips abroad per year
* Free breakfast, fruit, and stocked drinks fridge
* Hybrid working (WFH flexibility on Mondays & Fridays)
* City centre office with modern facilities and great views


Who We’re Looking For


* Experienced sales recruiter with leadership experience
* Ambitious and commercially minded, with a focus on team growth and client success
* Committed to delivering a quality-led, relationship-driven service
* Aligned with our values: Honest. Different. Together.


This role is ideal for someone ready to lead and grow a market-leading Executive Search division within a respected and award-winning business.


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