Director Executive Search

Executive Search Director – Marketing, Commercial, or Digital

Soho, London – Hybrid | Executive Search | Agency Recruitment

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At
3Search
, we're proud to be recognised in
The Sunday Times Top 10 Best Medium Organisations to Work For
and winners of
Best Places to Work
. We're not just building a recruitment business—we're creating a home for ambitious, values-driven recruiters who care about doing things the right way.

About Us

3Search is a commercial recruitment agency, fuelling growth by finding the talent companies need to power their Revenue Engines.

Our specialist Marketing, Sales, Product, Digital, and RevOps Recruiters have unrivalled access to the talent network from Coordinator through to C-suite. Supporting businesses at each stage of growth – from early-stage start-ups to established enterprises

Why Now?

2024 was our strongest year ever
—surpassing even our record-breaking 2022. We've significantly expanded our
Executive Search
proposition, and we're now looking for experienced
Executive Search Partners
to help take it to the next level.

2024 Highlights:

• Launched two new businesses
• Entered complementary markets to strengthen cross-sector expertise
• Invested heavily in our executive team—driving record job flow
• Opened a presence in
  New York City to
  lead our US expansion
• 100%
  of employees are proud to work here*
• 100%
  intend to stay with us for the next 12 months*
• 100%
  would recommend us to a friend*

*As reported in our 2024 anonymous employee survey

Our Values:

Bravery. Growth. Belonging. Kindness.

Your Role: Executive Search Partner

As an Executive Search Partner, you'll lead senior-level searches across marketing, digital, and commercial disciplines. You'll work directly with clients at C-suite and -1 level, manage high-value assignments, and play a key role in shaping our executive proposition

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and nurture a network of senior candidates and clients
• Win and deliver retained and exclusive mandates at executive level
• Build long-term relationships that drive growth and increase market share
• Manage full-cycle recruitment processes with precision and professionalism
• Provide strategic insight and thought leadership to clients and peers
• Negotiate complex deals and influence key decision-makers
• Collaborate with and mentor colleagues, embodying our values and work ethic
• Support training and development initiatives across the team
• Act as a brand ambassador in the market

What We're Looking For:

• Proven success in executive search and senior-level recruitment, including work origination
• Strong billing record and experience delivering large individual revenue targets
• Confidence in running retained searches and managing senior stakeholder relationships
• Natural communicator with a commercial and consultative mindset
• Thought leader with a genuine passion for your niche
• A collaborative team player who uplifts others and leads by example
• Someone who still
  loves doing recruitment

What You'll Get:

• Unlimited holiday
• Competitive commission and incentive structure
• Full training and career development at every stage
• Hybrid and flexible working (typically 3 days/week in Soho office)
• Free breakfast and soft drinks
• Private
  family
  healthcare
• Enhanced parental leave (6 months full maternity pay)
• Quarterly wellness initiatives (physical & mental)
• Lunch clubs & annual incentive holidays
• Established, well-regarded brand to grow your career
• Company-wide social events each quarter
• Financial well-being support and planning

Let's Talk

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or connect directly with
Sarah Selisko
for a confidential chat about the opportunity.