Principal Executive Search Consultant

Your Mission: Hunt, Pitch & Secure Retained Search Mandates

At Morgan Latif, we don’t just fill roles; we build lasting partnerships through retained search and leadership advisory. We’re looking for a hunter, strategist and trusted advisor to spearhead our growth by winning new retained business.

This isn’t a delivery role; it’s a founding commercial opportunity for an experienced Search consultant who excels at opening doors, shaping compelling search strategies, pitching and converting senior stakeholders into long-term retained clients.

Who We Are: A Retained, B Corp Certified Firm

Morgan Latif was founded to redefine executive search: retained, relationship-based long-term partners to industry. We’re one of the first search firms globally to achieve B Corp certification—proof that business growth and positive impact can go hand in hand.

• Retained-Exclusive: 90% of our work is retained. We build deep partnerships, not transactional relationships.
• 40% Year-on-Year Growth: Our global expansion is fuelled by retained client partnerships.
• Diversity by Default: We commit to at least one underrepresented candidate in every shortlist because better leadership demands diverse perspectives.
• Candidate SLA & 9/10 NPS: Our unique service-level agreement ensures an exceptional candidate experience, earning us industry-leading loyalty and feedback.

The Role: Own the Front End of Our Growth

You will be the face of our new business drive, focusing exclusively on:

• Identifying & Pursuing Retained Opportunities: Targeting C-suite and senior leadership mandates across our core sectors: Packaging & Chemicals, Industrial Technology, MedTech, and Consumer/FMCG.
• Leading Strategic Pitches: Developing and delivering compelling, tailored proposals that convert prospects into retained clients.
• Building a Portfolio of Retained Partnerships: Growing accounts into multi-mandate, multi-year relationships.
• Sector Specialisation: Leveraging or building deep expertise in one of our key practices to become a sought-after thought partner.
• Supported Model: Once a mandate is secured, our dedicated Candidate Facing Consultants take over search execution, while you maintain the client relationship and identify the next opportunity.

You’re not just a recruiter—you’re a trusted advisor who sells retained solutions. You have:

• 3-5+ years in executive search or strategic recruitment, with a proven track record of pitching and winning retained business.
• A network and credibility in one of our core sectors or you are a functional specialist—Ops, OPEX, Supply Chain, Corporate or Commercial roles.
• Exceptional storytelling, pitching, and commercial negotiation skills.
• The strategic mind to diagnose client needs and design tailored retained search solutions.
• Resilience, drive, and a founder mentality—you see client growth as your own business.

Why Join? Build Your Equity & Legacy

This is an early entry role in our London growth story, with direct mentorship from the founders and a clear path to equity.

• Founder-Led & Equity Pathway: Work directly with leadership. For top performers, equity/share options are on the table.
• Earn Like an Owner: Competitive base salary + clear commission structured to reward retained business wins.
• Autonomy & Support: Focus purely on client growth—we handle research, delivery and operations behind you.
• Unlimited PTO, Private Medical, Wellness Benefits: We trust you to deliver results and manage your life.
• Global Team, 21+ Languages: Collaborate with a diverse team across London and Austin.

Ready to Pitch, Win, and Build with Purpose? If you’re driven by winning retained business and want to do it within a values-led, high-growth B Corp, let’s talk.

Location: London-Hybrid (Victoria office). For exceptional candidates, UK-remote with travel for scheduled all-hands may be considered.

Morgan Latif is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.