Researcher - Interims Executive Search

Researcher – Interim Executive SearchLondonLooking to move beyond traditional recruitment and build a career in executive search?Permanent People are working with a highly respected boutique search firm that partners with private equity-backed businesses, listed organisations and high-growth companies to deliver senior interim leadership appointments.They're looking for a Researcher to join their growing interim and permanent practice, supporting senior consultants and partners on assignments across finance, transformation, operations and executive leadership.This could suit someone currently working as a:Recruitment Consultant (180 or 360)Delivery ConsultantResearcherInterim or Contract RecruiterExecutive search experience is not essential.What matters most is your ability to identify and engage high-quality talent, work at pace, communicate confidently with senior stakeholders and demonstrate the ambition to develop into a future search consultant.The OpportunityYou'll be supporting senior search professionals on retained interim assignments, helping to identify, engage and assess senior-level candidates.The role offers genuine exposure to C-suite and board-level hiring from day one, with the opportunity to attend client meetings, candidate interviews and search briefings as your experience develops.Key responsibilities include:Market mapping and talent identificationResearching target companies and leadership teamsEngaging senior interim and executive candidatesConducting qualification and assessment conversationsProducing candidate reports and market intelligenceSupporting shortlist preparation and search deliveryManaging candidate relationships throughout the processWorking closely with Partners and Consultants on live assignmentsWhat We're Looking ForYou may have 2-5 years' recruitment experience and be looking for a more consultative, strategic environment.You'll likely have:Experience in a fast-paced recruitment environmentStrong candidate management and stakeholder skillsConfidence speaking with senior professionals and business leadersExcellent communication and relationship-building abilityHigh attention to detail and strong organisational skillsAmbition to develop into a senior search professionalA genuine interest in business, leadership and executive hiringExperience within interim, contract or temporary recruitment would be particularly attractive, although recruiters from permanent markets are also encouraged to apply.Why Join?Learn executive search from experienced industry professionalsExposure to CFO, CEO and board-level appointmentsClear progression and development opportunitiesWork on high-value interim search assignmentsCollaborative boutique environmentOpportunity to build a long-term career in executive searchThis is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious recruiter who enjoys the pace of recruitment but is looking to move into a more strategic, consultative and senior-level environment.Salary: £40,000 + benefits + long-term career progressionContact Paul @ Permanent People today!