Our client is an established executive search firm partnering with private equity-backed businesses across Europe. With a focus on senior and C-level mandates within the finance space, they pride themselves on delivering high-quality search solutions with a personal, strategic approach.
Salary:
€50000 - 60000
Location:
hamburg
Country:
Europe
Closing Date:
2026-03-25
The Role
As a Senior Recruitment Consultant, you’ll work across both retained and contingent search assignments for leadership and C-suite roles across Europe. You’ll play a key role in the team, acting as the deputy to a highly experienced consultant, taking over an established client base while also building your own network.
You’ll have the freedom to run your own desk with the support of a mature, international business. This is an opportunity to be part of a high-performing environment where success is recognised, rewarded, and celebrated.
What You’ll Do
* Manage full 360 search assignments across Europe within the finance sector.
* Partner with private equity firms and portfolio companies to identify top-tier leadership talent.
* Deliver both retained and contingent projects, handling the process end-to-end.
* Build lasting client relationships through credibility, reliability, and results.
* Collaborate closely with an experienced mentor while developing your own business pipeline.
About You
* At least 2 years experience in 360 agency recruitment role – any professional services sector.
* Strong commercial awareness and business acumen.
* Credible, strategic, and delivery-focused mindset.
* Ability to manage senior client and candidate relationships with professionalism.
* Business-fluent English is essential; German or another EU language is a plus.
Benefits
* Competitive base salary & high earning potential from strong placement fees.
* Hybrid working: 3 days in the office, 2 from home.
* Early Friday finishes to start your weekend right.
* Subsidised rail ticket.
* Genuine growth opportunities within a mature, international search firm.
* Autonomy, trust, and support from a small, expert team.
If you're interested in this Recruitment position, contact Louise Reid at Permanent People today.