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Trainee Executive Search ConsultantLondon £30,000 basic salary + uncapped commission

This is an opportunity for ambitious, commercially minded individuals to move into Executive Search - a relationship-led, high-performance career working with senior professionals and decision-makers.

If you enjoy sales but want a more consultative, strategic role with stronger earning potential, Executive Search offers clear progression and long-term rewards.

The roleYou'll support and deliver senior-level search assignments, working closely with clients and candidates throughout the hiring process. The focus is on quality, credibility, and results rather than volume.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Researching specialist markets and mapping senior talent

• Headhunting and engaging high-calibre professionals

• Building long-term relationships with candidates and clients

• Managing interviews, feedback, and candidate preparation

• Negotiating offers and closing executive-level placements

• Working to revenue targets with uncapped commission

About you

• Experience in sales, business development, or a target-driven role

• Strong communication and influencing skills

• Ambitious, driven, and financially motivated

• Professional, organised, and resilient

• Keen to build a long-term career in Executive Search

What's on offer

• £30,000 base salary

• Year 1 OTE: £30,000-£50,000

• Year 2 OTE: £50,000-£80,000

• Year 3 OTE: £80,000-£120,000+

• Uncapped commission structure

• Structured training and ongoing mentoring

• Clear, merit-based progression

• Performance incentives including premium lunches, overseas trips, and team events

If you're ready to take your sales skills into a more senior, high-reward environment, apply now and begin your career in Executive Search.