At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage with senior leaders and conduct deep market research in technology and commercial sectors.
- Company: Dynamic executive search firm with a focus on innovation and global expansion.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and the chance to work with industry leaders.
- Other info: Ideal for ambitious graduates seeking a long-term career in a fast-paced environment.
- Why this job: Shape the future of technology by advising top executives and building valuable networks.
- Qualifications: Minimum 2:1 degree, intellectual curiosity, and evidence of achievement outside academia.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
My client operates at the intersection of intellectual rigour and commercial strategy, advising global organisations on the appointment of senior leaders shaping some of the most innovative technological and commercial advancements in the world. From frontier technology ventures to established financial institutions across the UK, the Middle East and the US, they partner with decision-makers responsible for capital allocation, transformation and growth. Their work influences boardrooms, investment strategies and the direction of emerging markets. This is not transactional recruitment. It is research-led, insight-driven executive advisory.
With a state-of-the-art office in the centre of Hove and international expansion in New York, they are seeking ambitious, intellectually curious individuals ready to build a long-term career in Executive Search.
The Opportunity
You will specialise in senior-level technology and commercial mandates, engaging directly with game-changers, founders, and C-suite leaders. Your role will combine:
- Deep market research and mapping across global talent landscapes
- Strategic outreach to high-profile executives
- Relationship building with world-class institutions
- End-to-end management of complex search processes
- Commercial ownership of revenue and promotion milestones
You will develop the ability to analyse markets like an academic researcher, communicate like a strategist, and operate with the commercial acumen of a trusted adviser. Over time, you will become a recognised subject matter expert within your vertical, advising clients not simply on hiring, but on competitive positioning through talent.
Who This Suits
This opportunity is designed for high-performing graduates or career changers who:
- Hold a minimum 2:1 degree
- Demonstrate intellectual curiosity and commercial instinct
- Are financially motivated and comfortable with accountability
- Have evidence of achievement outside academia (sport, societies, leadership roles)
- Want to build a serious, long-term career rather than “try recruitment”
You will be speaking to senior decision-makers daily. Credibility, articulation and work ethic matter.
Why Executive Search?
Because it combines:
- Academic-style research
- Strategic thinking
- High-level relationship management
- Commercial ownership
- Significant financial upside
You will build a network of global leaders. You will develop commercial intelligence few early-career professionals acquire. And you will be paid accordingly.
Graduate (trainee) - Executive Search Consultant in Hove employer: Hypha Recruit
Hypha Recruit is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the vibrant city of Brighton. With a strong focus on employee development and a supportive team culture, you'll have the opportunity to thrive in your recruitment career while enjoying a competitive salary package and clear pathways for progression. Join us to build meaningful relationships in the Insurance and Finance sectors, all while benefiting from the unique lifestyle that Brighton has to offer.
