Executive Search Consultant

Executive Search Consultant (Business Development Focus)Location: On-Site (Oak Brook, IL)Executive Search | Client Acquisition | Search DeliveryAbout the RoleWe're hiring an Executive Search Consultant with a strong business development mindset to help grow our client base while delivering high-impact executive and professional search work.This is not a delivery-only recruiting role. We're looking for someone who enjoys opening doors, building relationships, and converting conversations into search engagements"”while still being capable of running searches when needed.If you thrive in a relationship-driven, performance-oriented environment and want ownership over both client development and search delivery, this role offers autonomy, accountability, and meaningful upside.What You'll Be Responsible For?? Business Development & Client Growth (Primary Focus)Proactively identify and pursue new client opportunities through outreach, networking, and referralsLead consultative conversations with executives, founders, and HR leaders to uncover hiring needsPosition and close executive search engagementsBuild and manage a strong pipeline of prospects and active clientsExpand existing client relationships into repeat and long-term partnerships?? Executive Search DeliveryLead searches from intake through placement, ensuring a high-touch client experiencePartner with clients to define role requirements, success profiles, and search strategySource, assess, and engage senior-level candidates using direct outreach and market researchConduct structured interviews and evaluations; present candidates with insight-driven recommendationsManage offer negotiations and successfully close placements?? Relationship Management & Market InsightServe as a trusted advisor to clients and candidatesMaintain deep knowledge of market trends, compensation benchmarks, and competitive landscapesGenerate repeat business and referrals through exceptional relationship management?? Internal Operations & CollaborationMaintain accurate pipelines and documentation in CRM/ATS systemsContribute to process improvement and best practices across the firmCollaborate with team members while owning your desk and resultsWhat We're Looking For ? Proven success in business development, client acquisition, and revenue generation ? 5+ years of experience in executive search, retained search, or high-level contingent staffing ? Ability to both win work and execute searches ? Strong consultative sales and stakeholder management skills ? Experience managing a desk, pipeline, or book of business ? Comfortable engaging senior-level leaders and decision-makers ? Proficient with LinkedIn Recruiter, CRM/ATS tools, and outbound BD workflows ? Highly organized, self-motivated, and results-oriented ? Professional, credible, and discrete with a high level of integrityWhy Join UsHigh-autonomy role with ownership of clients and outcomesOpportunity to directly impact firm growthSupportive, collaborative, and performance-driven environmentCompetitive compensation with upside tied to resultsAbility to build a long-term book of businessInterested? Apply directly or message us to start a confidential conversation.

Created: 2026-05-16