The Search
Executive Search Consultant
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Executive Search Consultant
Start Your Career with the World’s Most Exciting Tech Businesses
The Search is a boutique People & Talent Executive Search Business. We find the People leaders for some of the fastest-growing tech companies in the world.
We’re hiring Associates to train from scratch and join our September 2026 Academy. No recruitment experience needed—just ambition, personality, and the drive to excel.
The Companies You’ll Partner With
You’ll work closely with Founders, CEOs, and Chief People Officers at some of the most innovative tech start-ups and scale-ups—including Wise, Multiverse, and Kraken.
Our client base spans VC-backed, high-growth businesses across:
- Fintech
- Crypto
- SaaS
- AI (And more)
From Series A deals to pre-IPO unicorns, we help them hire Chief People Officers who shape their culture and Talent Leaders who scale their teams. This is high-stakes, fascinating work—you’ll be in the room with some of the most impressive people from day one.
What You’ll Actually Do
✅ Run full 360-degree searches—owning both client potrzeby (finding work) and talent acquisition ✅ Headhunt and assess senior People & Talent professionals ✅ Build authentic, trusted relationships with Founders, CEOs, and People leaders ✅ Manage complex searches end-to-end, from brief to offer negotiation ✅ Become a market expert by attending events, crafting insights, and delivering value-added content
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How We’ll Set You Up to Win
We don’t just throw you in—you’ll join our 12-week structured Academy, built from two decades of coaching top performers. You’ll be mentored directly by our Founder, Penny, who: -regularly bills £1m+ per year -leads high-stakes client mandates -pushes associates to win from day one
Career Progression
⭐ Clear path from Associate → Director ⭐ Set promotion targets with defined milestones ⭐ Always know what success looks like and your next steps
This is a small team with big growth ahead—join early as we scale over the next 3-5 years.
What You’ll Earn
(Competitive salaries for a fast-moving executive search firm)
💰 Year 1: £50,000 – £60,000 💰 Year 2: £80,000 – £110,000 💰 Year 3+: £110,000+
Why The Search is a Brilliant Place to Work
🥂 Work as a retained partner—trusted advisor to top-tier clients 🏆 Serious incentives:
- Top Billers’ holiday
- Quarterly team rewards
- The Million Pound Club
- Values Champions awards 🎁 Everyday perks:
- 25 days holiday + your birthday off
- Strong work-life balance ❤️ Social impact: We donate 1% of profits to charity, supporting Women’s Aid & Children with Cancer
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Who We’re Looking For
🔥 You’ve got hunger and ambition to thrive in a competitive, sales-driven environment 🔥 Resilience—you understand this requires commitment and hard work 🔥 Proven excellence in something: academics, sports, career, or beyond 🔥 Charisma and influence—ability to build trust and inspire 🔥 Sharp mind with curiosity and problem-solving drive 🔥 High standards of accountability & integrity—always open to feedback 🔥 Love a challenge—push yourself regularly
Our Selection Process
Transparent and straightforward:
- Introductory Video Call – 45 mins
- In-person Interview with the Founder – 60 mins
- Task Stage – 90 mins
- Offer
How to Apply
🚀 Apply via LinkedIn (use the “Apply” button at the top of our profile).
We want to hear your story—why you’re excited about this role and why you’ll thrive in sales. No templates or AI copy—answer in your own words.
Important note: We’re unable to sponsor work visas.
Let’s apply—your future in executive search starts here.
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