Executive Search Partner

About 3Search

3Search, part of 11 Investments, is a commercial recruitment agency recognized as one of the UK's Top 10 Best Medium Organisations to Work For. We specialize in sourcing high-caliber talent across Marketing, Sales, Product, Digital, and RevOps disciplines supporting clients ranging from startups to established enterprises within tech, consumer, media, sports, entertainment, financial services, professional services, and FMCG sectors.

Role Overview

The Executive Search Partner will lead senior executive recruitment initiatives across marketing, digital, and commercial arenas. This role involves direct engagement with C-suite and top-level clients, managing high-value search mandates, and contributing strategically to enhance the executive search offering.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain networks of senior candidates and client relationships.
• Secure and execute retained and exclusive executive search mandates.
• Build lasting business relationships to foster growth and expand market presence.
• Oversee the entire recruitment lifecycle with accuracy and professionalism.
• Offer strategic guidance and thought leadership internally and externally.
• Effectively negotiate complex contracts and shape decision-making processes.
• Mentor colleagues and uphold company values through collaborative leadership.
• Contribute to training and development programs for the recruitment team.
• Represent the company's brand and reputation within the industry.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Demonstrated success in executive search and senior recruitment, including client origination.
• Proven revenue generation and ability to meet significant individual billing targets.
• Skill in managing retained searches and senior stakeholder relationships confidently.
• Strong communication skills combined with commercial acumen and consultative selling ability.
• Thought leadership in specialized recruitment areas with passion for the niche.
• Collaborative mindset focused on team empowerment and leading by example.
• Passion and enthusiasm for recruitment with a proactive approach.

Benefits and Perks

• Unlimited holiday allowance.
• Competitive commissions and incentive packages.
• Comprehensive training and career progression opportunities.
• Hybrid and flexible work arrangements with approximately two days weekly onsite in Soho, London.
• Complimentary breakfast and soft drinks.
• Private family healthcare coverage.
• Enhanced parental leave policy providing six months of full maternity pay.
• Regular wellness programs addressing physical and mental health.
• Social lunch clubs and annual incentive-based holidays.
• Strong company brand to enhance your career trajectory.
• Quarterly company-wide social events.
• Support for financial well-being including planning assistance.

Additional Information

3Search values bravery, growth, belonging, and kindness, fostering an environment where 100% of employees express pride in working for the company, intend to stay for the next year, and would recommend it to friends, according to their 2025 employee survey.