Partner/Associate Partner Executive Search

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Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills.
PARTNER / Associate Partner
Executive Search
Leadership Services
Board Services
Specialized in one of the below practice groups
Industrial
Technology & Digital
Consumer Products & Services
Life Sciences & Healthcare
Supply Chain & Logistics
Natural Resources & Energy
Financial Services
Reports to: Managing Director
Who we are
Stanton Chase has developed its global presence from inception in 1990 to over 70 offices in 45 countries, with over 350 specialized consultants. We are therefore perfectly positioned to serve the growing demand for global leadership across all major industry sectors and functions. Our locally-owned office structure provides in-depth market knowledge and entrepreneurial incentives to comb the world for top leadership talent.
We are corporate members of the Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants, the AESC, ensuring our adherence to an international Code of Ethics and Professional Practice Guidelines. International ranking by Search Consult, ERN and Hunt Scanlon all recognize Stanton Chase as among the Top 20 Executive Search Firms in terms of reputation and market share.
What makes us different
Our tried-and-proven business model offers unique benefits to each local office. With empowered local teams, consultants enjoy a great deal of independence for decision making, while taking advantage of all the resources and coordinated spirit of a market-leading global organization.
Deeply-engrained culture of friendship and teamwork.
Full transparency between offices and among clients.
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Entrepreneurial spirit and independent work ethic.
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Fewer off limits conflicts of interest, thereby adding greater value to our clients
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Flexible structure serving the needs of both regionally and internationally organized clients.
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Extensive immersion - knowing the client, their business and culture.
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Adaptable fee structure, in line with local practices and conditions.
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Customized search tools and resources to assist with every search.
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Deep industry and functional knowledge and expertise through our global practice groups and functional specialization.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Objective:
We now wish to expand our team in London with ambitious, entrepreneurial-minded professionals seeking a new, interesting and dynamic challenge.
The candidate will develop the Financial Services and Technology Practice Group within the Stanton Chase London Office. She/he will lead business development and client account management for the Financial Services and Technology practice groups placing the best talent available for client organization requirements.
Key Job Responsibilities:
Develop a client portfolio for their practice groups
Plan, develop and execute marketing and business development activities in order to achieve short and long‐term revenue and profitability goals
Create and pursue an extensive network and executive contacts ideally with strategic and board levels
Track the market for constant update of news of mergers and acquisitions, industry trends, market share, hiring and downsizing updates and business strategies of the relevant industries
Active communication (face to face meetings, phone, e-mail, LinkedIn, events e.t.c) with clients and prospects for business opportunities
Lead the preparation and presentation of pitches to all potential clients
Client account management
Develop an extensive understanding of client markets
Leverage worldwide presence to generate referrals
Understand other Stanton Chase consultants’ strengths and bring in an Industry or Functional Subject matter expert where and when appropriate
Manage a thoughtful candidate engagement experience, treating every candidate with respect and care
Elaborate a market research and candidate sourcing strategy with the Research Associate
Keep active communication with client during the search process
Assess and deliver high quality candidates with a cultural fit
Manage and conduct thorough reference and background checks on final candidates
Post-sale follow up with client
Education, Experience &other qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree required
12+ years of overall business experience, gained either in the relevant industries(practice groups) or consulting/retained search experience involving commercial responsibilities with a focus in one of the Stanton Chase industry specializations (Industrial, Technology, Consumer Products & Services, Life Science & Health Care, Supply Chain & Logistics, Energy and Natural Resources,
Strong commercial skillset with a demonstrated track record of performance in consultative selling
Exceptional relationship management at the highest level
Able to manage time, prioritize with follow up and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Organizational skills
Ability to multi-task
Can easily work in a highly professional and collegiate team environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills, consistent with engaging senior level decision makers in client organizations
Proficient in MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Excellent presentation skills to present to C-Suite level clients
Ability to build and manage relationships at the C Suite and Board level within large corporations
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel).