At a Glance
- Tasks: Identify and secure top talent for leading firms in finance and tech.
- Company: Dore Partnership, a top executive search firm with a global reach.
- Benefits: Early responsibility, competitive salary, structured training, and rapid career progression.
- Other info: Ideal for Summer 2026 graduates seeking a fast-paced, meritocratic environment.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in the investment management industry.
- Qualifications: Strong academic performance and excellent interpersonal skills required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
About Dore Partnership
Dore Partnership is a leading specialist executive search firm serving the global investment management industry.
Since our inception in 1997, we have been at the forefront of advising and partnering with organisations across financial services, technology and data.
With offices in London and New York, our dynamic team is committed to building world-class leadership teams and supporting the growth of exceptional businesses globally.
Driven by our commitment to developing our own talent and an exciting growth trajectory, we are seeking Associates to join our London office.
Successful candidates will benefit from early responsibility, exposure to international markets, and accelerated career progression within a hands-on, meritocratic environment.
Role Overview
As an Associate, you will play a central role in identifying and securing high-calibre talent for our client partners. Responsibilities include:
- Conducting in-depth primary and secondary research to build a strong understanding of industries and market dynamics.
- Mapping markets and developing detailed knowledge of individuals, firms and sectors within our core areas.
- Building and maintaining relationships with senior professionals and emerging talent.
- Producing high-quality client reports focused on human capital, alongside tailored project analysis.
- Contributing to search delivery and supporting broader business development efforts where appropriate.
- Candidate Profile
Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate
- Strong academic performance (expected or achieved 2:1 or above).
- High emotional intelligence, with sound judgement and maturity in professional relationships.
- The ability to influence and persuade, with an understanding of individual motivations.
- Confidence and presence when engaging with senior professionals.
- A results-driven mindset and clear connection between effort and reward.
- Strong analytical thinking and proactive problem-solving ability.
- A genuine interest in business and financial markets.
- Resilience and determination, demonstrated through overcoming challenges.
- Independence, initiative and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- This role is intended for candidates graduating in Summer 2026.
What We Offer
We offer a compelling combination of professional development, meaningful responsibility and a culture built on merit, resilience and collaboration. This includes:
- Early responsibility and rapid progression within a meritocratic structure.
- Structured training alongside hands-on experience.
- Exposure to senior professionals across Dore, our client partners and our global network.
- Performance-driven compensation, including competitive base salary and bonus potential.
- The opportunity to act as a "business builder", developing long-term relationships and creating your own trajectory within the firm from day one.
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Associate - Executive Search in City of Westminster employer: Dore Partnership
Dore Partnership is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises meritocracy and collaboration. Located in London, our team enjoys early responsibility and rapid career progression, alongside structured training and exposure to senior professionals in the global investment management industry. With a commitment to employee growth and performance-driven compensation, we empower our Associates to build meaningful relationships and shape their own career trajectories from day one.
