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Financial Business Consultant - Entry-level Graduate Role
Location: London
Employment type: Full-time, perm
Starting salary: £29,000 / £50K - £60K OTE in first year with commission
We have an exciting opportunity with a global executive search firm specialising in capital markets recruitment across both the buy-side and sell-side financial sectors. The firm partners with leading financial institutions and market participants across Equities, Derivatives, FX/Currencies, and Fixed Income/Credit markets.
The Opportunity:
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a rewarding career in executive search and financial markets recruitment within a growing company.
You do not need previous recruitment experience. We are seeking individuals with strong communication skills, a positive attitude, and the determination to succeed in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment.
Working alongside experienced consultants, you will receive comprehensive training in candidate sourcing, market research, business development, client engagement, and executive search methodologies.
Key Responsibilities:
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- Identify and engage high-calibre professionals within global financial markets.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with candidates and clients.
- Conduct market mapping and research to identify talent within specialist sectors.
- Source candidates through LinkedIn, networking, referrals, and database searches.
- Screen and interview prospective candidates to assess suitability.
- Prepare candidate profiles and present shortlisted talent to clients.
- Coordinate interview processes and maintain regular communication with candidates.
- Develop knowledge of capital markets and financial services sectors.
- Support senior consultants on retained and contingent search assignments.
- Maintain accurate records within the company's CRM and recruitment systems.
- Provide exceptional customer service throughout the recruitment process.
- Contribute to achieving individual and team performance targets.
What We're Looking For:
- Educated to degree level or equivalent experience.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Confidence speaking with professionals and senior stakeholders.
- High levels of motivation, resilience, and self-discipline.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- A professional and consultative approach.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Interest in financial markets, recruitment, or professional services.
- Money motivated (average fee size is £48K)
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What We Offer:
- Comprehensive training and mentorship from experienced recruitment professionals.
- Clear career progression pathway from Trainee Consultant to Consultant and beyond.
- Uncapped earning potential with competitive commission structure.
- Exposure to international financial markets and executive search assignments.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Opportunity to build a specialist market and personal brand.
- Regular performance incentives and recognition programmes.
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If you are ambitious, commercially minded, and looking to launch a successful career in executive search recruitment across the financial market, we would love to hear from you.
Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship now or in the future.
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