Job Specifications
Job Title: Graduate Recruitment Consultant
Company: H&P Executive Search
Salary: £27k base (OTE £40k–£60k in Year 1)
Location: 5 days/week in our London, Liverpool Street office
Start date: 23rd March 2026
Looking for autonomy, uncapped earnings, and fast-track career progression in a truly meritocratic environment? H&P Executive Search is hiring ambitious, entrepreneurial individuals to build a career in executive search.
This is a sales-focused role covering the full headhunting lifecycle: business development, client relationship management, deal origination, and execution. You’ll quickly take ownership of client relationships and develop your own profit streams.
H&P works with leading international clients, including Magic Circle law firms, top-tier investment banks, and Private Equity firms across the UK, US, and Europe.
What we offer
Exceptional earning potential – £27,000 basic + £40,000–£60,000 OTE in Year 1, £80,000+ in Year 2, £150,000+ in Year 3
Fast-track career progression with early responsibility and senior-level exposure
A collaborative, driven and fast-paced working environment
Exposure to sophisticated, future-driven markets – Private Practice Law, In-House Legal, Private Equity, Engineering.
Relocation and international travel opportunities
Exceptional training delivered by our experienced Learning & Development team at every stage of your career
Monthly performance incentives and annual luxury holiday incentives
Key Responsibilities
Attract and build relationships with passive candidates
Business development across existing client relationships and new self-nurtured relationships
Negotiation and complex end to end deal management
Liaise and strategize with high end blue chip clientele, advising them on best business practice and procedure.
Create detailed market maps to use for deep market penetration and coverage
Participate in presentations, client pitches and face to face candidate interviews
Develop a strong market knowledge to engage key clients and stakeholders.
What we are looking for
2:1 or above at bachelor’s level is preferred but not essential
Ambition, drive and entrepreneurial flair
Time management, efficiency and exceptional work ethic
Strong communicative ability with an aptitude for sales processes
Sales / Business development / Marketing / consulting experience is advantageous, but not essential
Commercial awareness and a high level of EQ and IQ
Progressive and career minded
A personality that thrives on meritocracy and an autonomous environment
Competitive mentality with a proven track record, either from sporting or educational background.
How to apply:
If you are interested in becoming a Graduate Recruitment Consultant at H&P Executive Search, please click apply now and our Talent Acquisition team will be in touch to arrange a call. In the meantime, take a look at our website to find out more: https://www.hpexec.com/
About the Company
H&P Executive Search is a leading search firm with a passion for connecting people. Our aim is to create genuine and impactful partnerships with the world's most innovative companies and connect them to market leading talent.
Adopting proactive sourcing methods, we attract the very best individuals from around the world through superior specialisation and rich networks. Allowing us to place executive talent with efficiency and precision.
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