The Opportunity
Are you a graduate with experience in B2B sales who is ready to take your commercial skills into a more strategic, professional and rewarding career?
We are working with a highly regarded Executive Search firm in London, specialising in the appointment of senior-level leaders and executives across the Corporate, Industrial, Healthcare and Public sectors.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious, commercially minded graduate who has already gained experience in a B2B sales environment and can demonstrate a strong track record of building relationships, communicating with senior stakeholders and delivering results.
You do not need previous recruitment experience. We are looking for individuals with the commercial drive, confidence and communication skills to succeed within Executive Search.
The Role
Joining a successful and experienced Executive Search team, you will be trained to become a trusted adviser to both clients and senior-level candidates.
You will gain exposure to high-profile searches and work with experienced consultants to identify and engage exceptional leadership talent.
Your responsibilities will include:
Researching markets, organisations and senior leadership teams to identify outstanding talent
Proactively approaching and engaging senior-level executives
Building relationships with prospective candidates and clients
Conducting initial candidate conversations and assessing suitability for senior appointments
Supporting consultants throughout the Executive Search process
Developing an in-depth understanding of clients, their businesses and the markets in which they operate
Using your commercial skills to identify new business opportunities and develop professional networks
Managing multiple assignments while maintaining an exceptional level of service
Developing into a knowledgeable, credible and consultative Executive Search professionalAbout You
We are particularly interested in speaking with graduates who have already started their careers in B2B sales and are looking for a role with greater intellectual challenge, senior-level interaction and long-term career progression.
You will ideally have:
A degree or equivalent higher education qualification
Proven experience within a B2B sales environment
A strong track record against sales targets, KPIs or commercial objectives
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Confidence speaking with senior professionals and decision-makers
Strong relationship-building and influencing skills
A professional, articulate and credible approach
Natural curiosity and an interest in understanding businesses, industries and people
Resilience, ambition and a genuine desire to succeed
Excellent organisation and attention to detail
The ability to research, absorb information quickly and communicate it confidentlyWhy Executive Search?
If you enjoy the relationship-building and commercial side of sales but are looking for something more consultative and intellectually engaging, Executive Search can offer an excellent long-term career path.
Rather than high-volume recruitment, you will be working on senior and leadership-level appointments, developing an understanding of complex organisations and engaging with accomplished professionals across a range of industries.
It is a career that combines sales, research, relationship management, consulting and commercial strategy, making it an excellent next step for a high-performing B2B salesperson.
What's On Offer
The opportunity to join an established London Executive Search firm
Exposure to senior-level and leadership recruitment from the outset
Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development
The opportunity to learn directly from experienced Executive Search consultants
A clear career path within the business
Exposure to clients across Corporate, Industrial, Healthcare and Public sectors
A professional, ambitious and collaborative working environment
The opportunity to build a career where your B2B sales experience is genuinely valuedInterested?
If you are an ambitious graduate with a successful start to your career in B2B sales, but you are looking for something more consultative, professional and career-focused, we would love to hear from you.
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Salary description
£35000.00 - £40000.00 per year