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Executive Search Consultant | London | £32,000 + Bonus Are you a recent graduate looking to start a rewarding career in a high-performance, intellectually stimulating environment? A Graduate Researcher role in Executive Search offers unparalleled exposure to C-Suite and senior leadership teams, making it an excellent choice for ambitious individuals interested in consultancy, business strategy, and people-focused work.
The Role – Executive Search Consultant
As a Graduate Researcher, you will play a key role in the full executive search lifecycle. This is a varied, fast-paced position ideal for graduates who are curious, analytical, and keen to learn. Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting consultants during initial client briefings and pitches
- Conducting detailed market research and mapping target talent pools
- Identifying, screening, and engaging potential senior-level candidates
- Contributing to candidate management from first contact through to job offer
- Gaining insight into board-level hiring strategies and organisational structures
This is a highly consultative position offering excellent career progression towards Associate Consultant or Consultant level.
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The Company – Global Executive Search Firm
Our client is a prestigious, international executive search firm with over 20 years of proven success. They partner with CEOs, boards, and senior leadership teams to build exceptional organisations and also provide strategic advisory services.
They operate across a diverse range of sectors, including:
- Real Estate
- FinTech
- Hedge Funds & Proprietary Trading
- Global Banking
- Insurance
With offices in London, New York, and Hong Kong, the company offers outstanding global mobility, with the option to relocate after two years. Their reputation, extensive network, and long-standing client relationships make this an ideal environment for graduates looking to build a long-term career in executive search.
What’s on Offer – Executive Search Consultant Package
- £32,000 basic salary + discretionary annual bonus
- Structured training and development programme
- Pension contribution
- Private healthcare scheme
- Season ticket loan
- Supportive, collaborative, and high-performing team culture
Executive Search Consultant Requirements – What We’re Looking For
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We’re seeking high-potential graduates who demonstrate strong interpersonal and analytical capabilities. You should have:
- A minimum 2:1 degree from a recognised university
- Fluency in an additional European language (advantageous)
- High emotional intelligence and strong judgement
- Excellent communication skills, with confidence speaking to senior professionals
- A persuasive approach and ability to influence outcomes
- A results-driven mindset and motivation to achieve ambitious goals
- Strong critical thinking, analytical ability, and problem-solving skills
- Genuine interest in business, finance, markets, or organisational strategy
- Resilience and determination, with evidence of overcoming challenges
- A proactive, self-starting attitude and ability to work independently
Apply Today – Executive Search Consultant
If you’re a motivated graduate ready to launch your career in a global executive search firm, we would love to hear from you. Apply now for immediate consideration. There are two remaining vacancies and interviews are taking place immediately.
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