At a Glance
- Tasks: Support executive search projects and manage candidate communication for top-tier clients.
- Company: Join a leading firm in private equity with a focus on innovation and collaboration.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and opportunities for international exposure.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with excellent career advancement opportunities.
- Why this job: Make an impact in the executive search industry while developing your skills and network.
- Qualifications: Relevant experience in executive search and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 70000 £ per year.
The role of Associate/Senior Associate (Private Equity) is critical for the identification and development of candidates for executive search projects, as well as assisting with market intelligence and development of presentations and documents for business development purposes. Working closely with engagement teams which will include Research Associates, other Associates/Senior Associates and Consultants, the primary responsibilities of the Associate/Senior Associate are to:
- Provide engagement execution support to the client and the team.
- Manage the various stages of the search process to always ensure the highest quality execution of client engagement.
- Lead the identification, qualification and (at 'level two' onward) communication with candidates during the search engagement and informing the consultant of progress and issues.
- Capture and maintain accurate market, client and candidate information on the company's knowledge systems so as to both facilitate the search process and help convert business development opportunities.
- Inform the engagement team of any potential business development opportunities identified through the execution of the search process and support the appropriate consultant in its conversion.
Level One – Critical Competencies And Success Factors
- Research: Participate in the creation of the source list/research strategy.
- Candidate Development: Mapping the market; calling/recruiting appropriate candidates; relevant market sourcing; preparing reports.
- Referencing: Limited exposure/input in referencing as directed by the Consultant.
- Data Capture: Collecting and entering appropriate information for the database; ensuring highest quality standards.
- Report Preparation: Assisting Consultant in creation of client facing documentation (candidate appraisals, reference reports, search progress reports).
Level Two – Critical Competencies And Success Factors
- Research: Create the source list/research strategy, for agreement with the Consultant/Client.
- Candidate Development: Full responsibility for the generation of relevant candidates for the project.
- Candidate Management: Support the Consultant with communication and coordination with Candidates (with the aid of PC logistical support). Participation in interviews and referencing.
- Use of KF Assessment products to devise competencies for a role and learn to benchmark candidates against them.
- Report Preparation: Assist/lead the creation of client facing documentation.
- Client Participation: Involvement in project kick off meetings as well as project update/progress calls.
- Market/Centers of Expertise Participation: Expectation to be involved more broadly across the firm.
- International: Expectation to be involved in cross border search activity.
Success in this role will be measured by team members that the Senior Associate works with, as well as the local/regional Market(s) Leader.
Level Three – Critical Competencies And Success Factors
- Research: Lead/coordinate (managing Research Associates) the research process.
- Candidate Development: Lead candidate development across multiple projects. Teach/Support Research Associates to develop.
- Candidate Management: Support the Consultant with communication and coordination with Candidates (with the aid of PC logistical support). Participation in interviews and referencing.
- Experienced user of KF assessment products and have the ability to interpret assessment reports and benchmark against role competencies.
- Report Preparation: Lead and own the creation of reports; assist in writing the position spec and candidate reports.
- Client Participation: Business development support and participation.
- Involvement at kick off meetings; lead/support on progress calls and meetings.
- Market/Centers of Expertise Participation: Expectation to be involved more broadly across the firm.
- International: Expectation to be involved in cross border search activity.
By 'Level three' Senior Associates will have the awareness and the proven ability to lead and complete a commercial transaction; this will involve the identification of the opportunity and an understanding of how to convert it into beneficial commercial terms.
Professional Experience/Qualifications
The successful candidate will have relevant Executive Search experience. In addition to having excellent communication skills, oral, written and listening, the candidate must possess the ability to make presentations at the executive levels of client companies. The ability to manage multiple projects effectively is most important. The ideal candidate must be self-confident and self-motivated, dynamic, accomplished, and viewed as an individual who can advance within Korn Ferry. Successful candidates will be highly motivated, have good judgment and possess superior interpersonal and evaluative skills. They will take direction well, be detail oriented and able to work well to tight deadlines. The Associate/Senior Associate will be as comfortable working independently as they are part of a team.
Education & Skills
An undergraduate degree or equivalent is required; an MBA or other advanced degree or equivalent is advantageous.
Associate/Senior Associate in City of Westminster employer: Korn Ferry
At Korn Ferry, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and dynamic work environment. Our Associate/Senior Associate role offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth, with access to extensive training and mentorship from industry leaders. Located in a vibrant city, our team enjoys a culture of innovation and inclusivity, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in executive search.
