Talent Partner, Executive Search

Talent Partner, Executive Search – Remote-based within the Manchester / Leeds area

Who Are We?

At Vector, we are experts in recruitment, serving customers across 12 countries Globally. We are working with many recognised industry brands, hiring their teams in pharmaceutical outsourcing across the Globe. In addition, we have our embedded talent acquisition services, which are dedicated resources to specific customers.

We believe in a world made better through science and our mission is to support our clients in building high-performing teams that improve patients' lives and accelerate cutting-edge science. With deep industry experience in the Pharmaceutical industry, including CDMO and CRO. Vector combines in-house talent acquisition experience with industry expertise to provide unparalleled talent solutions.

Why Choose Vector?

Joining Vector as a Talent Partner, Executive Search , offers the opportunity to leverage a strong industry brand, drive business development with a Global customer base within a vertical, tackling real talent challenges alongside customers with our innovative approaches, take ownership of recruitment processes and leverage from Vectors Global community hub. This senior-level role is ideal for an exceptional search consultant or talent acquisition professional, looking to make a significant impact within a growing consultancy. We have often been first to market over the last few years, often disrupting the usual thinking. We have some really nice things in our road map for 2025 that we are excited to share with you.

We are a remote-first business, prioritising flexibility and balance while recognising the value of collaboration. To foster creativity and connection, we host regular hub days in key UK cities, including Manchester and Leeds, for brainstorming, learning, and team-building.

As a Talent Partner for Executive Search , you will develop strong client and candidate relations, lead end-to-end executive search projects, and expand our business into a new vertical. This role suits a motivated, results-driven individual who thrives on building relationships, identifying opportunities, and delivering exceptional results in a fast-paced industry.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Development : Taking a great story and strong products and services into the market. You will identify and pursue opportunities in new sectors of the pharmaceutical outsourcing industry, building and nurturing long-term client relationships.
• Recruitment Delivery : Supported with rich technology and resources, you will own and manage the entire the recruitment lifecycle for senior roles, including client briefing, candidate sourcing and screening strategies, interview coordination, offer negotiation and pre-boarding.
• Talent Community Growth : Build, nurture, and expand our fast-growing talent community through innovative engagement strategies and insight-driven marketing content.
• Strategic Market Research : Conduct detailed market analysis to stay ahead of industry trends, identify new talent pools, and tailor recruitment strategies to client needs.
• Relationship Management : Developing strong relationships with candidates and clients, sits at the heart of Vector's success. You will continue to grow into a trusted advisor. Providing coaching and advice to support growth within a business.

What You Will Bring to Vector:

• 7+ years of experience in recruitment consultancy or talent acquisition , and already have strong exposure from the pharmaceutical, life sciences, or CDMO/CRO sectors with a proven track record of managing end-to-end recruitment processes and building long-lasting client relationships.
• Strong business development acumen , with a knack for identifying and converting opportunities into client partnerships.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to conduct and apply market research effectively.
• Outstanding organisational skills , with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• An entrepreneurial spirit and passion for contributing to the growth of a business.
• Eagerness to innovate and build within the pharmaceutical outsourcing talent space.

The Offer:

We have thoughtfully built the benefits package, some elements are subject to a qualifying period or will be calculated on a pro-rata basis;

• Competitive Compensation – Mix of base, commission and bonus. You will benefit from being able to amplify your earnings potential with our commission structure.
• Net contracts – we focus on the output
• Pension Scheme following qualification period
• Home-Based (with a minimum of 1 hub day once a month)
• 25 Days Holiday, plus national holidays
• Take your birthday off
• Investment into your professional development annually – Vector have built learning and growth at the centre of our own development.
• Grow your career and skills within Talent, learn from some of the industry's best thoughts leaders

Although we strive for excellence, drive for right first-time approach for our customers, we want our experience to start with our own people. This means that we place you first, because if you are set up for success, then our customers will reap the benefits.

This role combines flexibility, professional growth, and the chance to work in one of the most exciting and impactful sectors. We can’t wait to meet you!

At this stage, we are only accepting applications from those with the right to work in the UK.

Please note: if you are not contacted within 14 days of applying, you have not been successful in your application, and we appreciate your time taken to apply, and wish you the best of luck in your job search.