Executive Search Consultant

1 month ago


London Area, United Kingdom Virtus Talent Full time

What are the biggest differences between Executive Search and traditional recruitment roles?


  • Bigger salaries = Bigger fees = Bigger earnings
  • More strategic approach
  • Dealing solely with high level individuals


Do you feel that you have skillset to operate at this level?


Our client is one of the countries leading Executive Search firms specialising in the Financial Services market and solely focuses on headhunting Board Members, CTOs and CFOs for private equity backed businesses. They are looking for the best of the best when it comes to new talent and they’re pay and benefits package reflects this.


What you’ll get from them:


  • £36k basic salary with a 1st year OTE of £50K+
  • Private healthcare
  • Activity tracking watch
  • Gym membership
  • Yoga and Pilates classes
  • National Theatre tickets
  • £250 per person per year for self-improvement tools
  • Travel loan
  • Unlimited holidays
  • Student loan payback scheme


What the role involves:


  • Strategically and proactively identify and engage with best-in-class Board Members and Executives
  • Utilise exceptional communication, on the phone, email and in person, to understand candidates’ backgrounds and motivations, client requirements and efficiently match the two
  • Be the pivotal intermediary between candidates and clients
  • Play a key role in the deal process from end to end, directly influencing industry leaders and the successes of new and existing clients
  • Consistently seek to improve market knowledge through our training and the expertise of your colleagues
  • Build a personal brand to market yourself as a “go to” person in the industry.


What they’re looking for:


  • 2.1 or above from a Russell Group University
  • Demonstrable evidence of high achievement in a pursuit of any kind
  • Highly motivated, ambitious and willing to work hard to succeed
  • Capacity to maintain high standards while thriving in a fast-paced setting
  • Impeccable communication skills and the ability to make an impact on senior candidates and existing and prospective clients, in-person, virtually or on the phone.
  • Strong research and analytical skills



Virtus Talent are here to guide you through the interview process, make sure you are fully prepared for interviews and coach you on how to get your transferable skills and traits across in the interview. We will aim to secure you several interviews with several companies that you like the look of with the view of securing you several job offers.



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