Senior Recruitment Consultant - Investment & Finance in Kent, Royal Tunbridge Wells

Oaklands Global is a dynamic and ambitious executive search and recruitment consultancy, specialising in both contingent and retained recruitment solutions for a diverse portfolio of industry-leading clients within the Investment Banking sector. As the Senior Search Consultant, you will be a key member of the Oaklands Global Investment Banking search team, driving the profitability of existing and newly acquired customers. You will help our customers by creating competitive advantage, providing valuable insights and delivering a market-leading and world-class service.

As Senior Search Consultant, you will win new business and also manage and grow a portfolio of existing accounts, increasing revenue in each account. Build and nurture an industry-specific portfolio of Investment Banking professionals. Target the passive candidate market using tools including LinkedIn recruiter and social media platforms. Research prospective accounts in targeted markets and pursue leads to convert in collaboration with the leadership team. Understand the target markets, including industry, company, project, company contacts, and which market strategies can be used to attract clients. Collaborate with the team to ensure that requirements are met, and projects delivered within agreed timeframes. Ability to develop and deliver client presentations and new business plans in collaboration with the Head of Investment Banking. Involvement in long-term brand development.

Desirable Qualities:

• Problem-solving – a creative, pro-active approach to removing obstacles and building solutions.
• Anticipation – a quickness to react to potential or emerging issues before they develop.
• Excellence – an insistence on the highest quality and resistance to corner-cutting or sub-par standards.
• Proven recruitment and/or executive search expertise – A strong track record in delivering both contingent or retained (preferred) recruitment services is essential.
• Investment Banking industry experience – HIGHLY desirable, as it brings valuable industry insight and networks.
• Passion for sales - Confidence winning new business either in person or via video or phone.
• Expertise in sourcing hard-to-find talent – Skilled at penetrating the passive candidate market and building lasting relationships.
• Willingness to travel internationally – Open to attending client meetings, industry trade shows, and events worldwide.
• Lack of self-motivation – We need individuals who take initiative, not those who require constant supervision.
• Avoidance of direct communication – Confidence in picking up the phone and engaging with people is essential.
• Inability to work effectively from home – This role requires focus, discipline, and the ability to manage your workload independently.

Benefits:

• Uncapped earning potential
• Competitive basic salary - £37,500.00 - 45,000.00 DOE
• Company pension
• 20 days holiday (+1 per year of service) + national holidays
• Your birthday off
• Flexible/hybrid working available (TBD)
• Share scheme (eligibility after 12 months of service)

Ongoing training and development. Career progression. This role has been specifically designed for someone with a passion for head hunting and experience working within an executive search or contingent recruitment business.