Executive Search Consultant

Executive Search Consultant

Established Retained Executive Search Consultancy - Leeds City Centre

Basic Salary :
Up to £40,000 | OTE : £100,000+

Are you an experienced executive search professional ready to take your career to the next level? Join our thriving retained executive search consultancy based in the heart of Leeds city centre, where we've built our reputation on delivering exceptional results for our clients across Europe and North America.

We are an established executive search consultancy that has developed a substantial client base spanning Private Equity firms, Portfolio Companies, and investors throughout Europe and North America. Relationships are at the core of everything we do - we believe in building lasting partnerships that drive mutual success and create value for all stakeholders.

We're seeking a talented Executive Search Consultant to join our dynamic team and contribute to our continued growth. You'll be working on some of the most exciting strategic hires in the market, placing key investment professionals and transformational executives within fast-growing Private Equity backed companies.

• Originate and execute retained search mandates for investment professionals and transformational executives
• Develop and maintain relationships with Private Equity firms, Portfolio Companies, and investors
• Conduct comprehensive candidate searches across our specialist sectors
• Manage the full search process from briefing through to successful placement
• Build and expand our network within target markets and industries
• Contribute to business development and client relationship management

• Manufacturing
• Consumer goods
• Aerospace & Defence
• US HVAC services

• Proven experience in retained executive search, particularly within Private Equity environments
• Demonstrated track record in originating and executing search mandates
• Experience placing investment professionals and transformational executives
• Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to develop lasting client partnerships
• Understanding of Private Equity, Portfolio Companies, and investment landscapes
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Commercial mindset with the drive to exceed targets
• Ability to work independently while contributing to team success

• Competitive base salary up to £40,000 depending on experience
• Exceptional earning potential with OTE of £100,000+ per year
• Prime location in Leeds city centre with excellent transport links
• Opportunity to work with some of the most exciting businesses in Europe and North America
• Collaborative, relationship-focused culture
• Professional development and career progression opportunities
• Access to established client relationships and extensive networks

Leeds City Centre - easily accessible with excellent transport connections throughout Yorkshire and beyond.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious executive search professional to join a successful, established consultancy where you can make a real impact while significantly advancing your career and earning potential.

Ready to take the next step in your executive search career?

If you are ready for the next stage of your recruitment career, contact Barrie Dewhirst in the strictest confidence on or email

Equal Opportunities Employer :
We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion / belief, sexual orientation, or age.