Executive Search Consultant – International Education Markets
Base Salary: £45,000 – £55,000
On-Target Earnings: £80,000 – £90,000
Commission: 12.5% – 25% paid monthly
Additional commission for split deals and internal referrals
Remote working with monthly office attendance (London)
Partner with leading education institutions across the globe
Are you an experienced Executive Search Consultant with a passion for education and international markets? Do you thrive in senior-level conversations and want to work with some of the most respected institutions worldwide?
This is a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking search practice that values service over sales and is committed to meaningful partnerships with clients and candidates.
About the Role
You’ll be working with multi-academy trusts and international education providers across the UK, EU, APAC, and the USA. The focus will be on senior leadership roles including Heads of Department, Governors, Directors, and CEOs, as well as key commercial functions.
Key responsibilities include:
* Leading senior-level discovery conversations
* Developing candidate profiles, conducting DISC assessments, and ensuring cultural alignment
* Providing career guidance, skills workshops, and strategic talent advice
* Managing search delivery with support from dedicated researchers
* Upholding best practice standards in equality, diversity, and inclusion
About You
We’re looking for someone with:
* A minimum of 3 years’ experience in executive search, ideally within the education sector
* A desire or experience in working internationally, including bi-annual travel
* Degree-level education
* A consultative, service-led approach to recruitment
* A genuine interest in building long-term partnerships with schools and education providers
The Opportunity
Our client is a modern, growing executive search firm with a strong reputation in international education. You’ll be joining their most successful division, with the potential to progress into a Head of Practice role in the near future. Their client portfolio includes some of the highest-rated institutions globally, offering a rich and rewarding environment for professional growth.