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Trainee Executive Search Consultant

Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire

Salary: £25,000 – £0,000 (OTE) + Commission (10%–60%)

Start Date: Immediate

Company Overview

Our client is a rapidly growing recruitment firm based in the centre of Harrogate, just moments from Valley Gardens. Renowned for delivering high-quality recruitment solutions, they are currently expanding their team with four graduate-level hires. The business also operates a sister company, offering clear pathways for long-term career progression and potential equity opportunities for top-performing individuals.

The Opportunity

Seeking driven and ambitious graduates to join as Graduate Resourcers in a 180-style role, initially supporting existing mandates across high-demand verticals. You'll work closely under the guidance of a high-performing team lead, in an environment where high standards, long hours, and tangible results are part of the DNA.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, screen, and engage with candidates for active vacancies
• Worn on live roles with efficiency and precision
• Assist consultants and business development staff in fulfilling clients hiring needs
• Contribute to a high-energy, results-oriented team environment

Progression Path

• First 6 months : Focus on delivery/resourcing (180 role)
• Post-6 months : Choose your path:
• Continue within the Data Centres vertical
• Progress into a 360 Recruitment/BD Consultant role
• Long-term growth may include leadership & equity.

Working Culture & Hours

• Mon–Thurs : (hard-working, performance-driven culture)
• Friday : Typically a half-day, off by 1 PM or even the day off if targets hit.
• Three-day weekend model : Earn your time off by putting in the graft early in the week
• Dress Code : Smart casual – office culture values fitness, sharpness, and energy

What’s On Offer

• Competitive base salary (£25k–£30 flexible DOE)
• Uncapped commission: earn 10%–60% from day one
• Access to live, revenue-ready roles from the outset
• Opportunity for rapid progression in a high-impact environment
• Equity potential – proven with past hires
• Supportive team and founder-led leadership

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Hardworking, high-output individuals with a clear career focus
• Ambition to earn, grow, and build within a fast-paced firm
• Strong preparation: research-driven, goal-oriented, and commercially aware
• Cultural fit: switched-on, energetic, competitive – no ego, no entitlement
• Not a role for “coasters” – this is for grafters who want to build something real
• Capable of working towards KPIs

About the Team

You’ll be working directly under Managing Director, in a motivated and tight-knit team where expectations are high, and the rewards are higher. Past hires have accelerated quickly, with one example being Tyler, a consultant , who earned 25% equity in the spin off firm in under two years.

Interested in applying?

Be ready to demonstrate a clear understanding of the business, show initiative, and prove you’re ready to contribute to a winning team.

• Manage end-to-end executive search assignments for senior and executive-level roles.
• Develop and execute effective search strategies to identify passive and active candidates.
• Conduct rigorous candidate assessments, including competency-based interviews and reference checks.
• Build and maintain a strong network of potential candidates and industry contacts.
• Develop and nurture long-term relationships with key clients.
• Provide market intelligence and insights to clients regarding talent availability and compensation trends.
• Negotiate and close offers with selected candidates.
• Contribute to business development efforts and identify new opportunities.

• Proven experience within executive search or retained recruitment.
• Demonstrated success in placing senior-level candidates.
• Excellent understanding of recruitment methodologies and best practices.
• Strong business acumen and industry knowledge.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• A proactive and resilient approach to achieving targets.

We are now looking for Graduates to join us as a Recruitment Consultant in our Industrial and Life Sciences team in November 2025!

Salary: Basic salary + commission (1st year OTE £45k+ 2nd Year OTE £5k+ 3rd year OTE 00k+) & un-capped commission up to 60% + Several company benefits (See below).

Mackinnon Bruce International specialises in the recruitment of professionals across Chemical, Consumer Goods, Life Sciences, Clean Energy, Renewables, Technology and Industrial Manufacturing.

Established in 2012, we’ve transformed from a small Leeds-based team to a well-established corporation with offices in Manchester, Leeds and Nottingham.

We are looking for a number of ambitious, driven, and tenacious individuals to join our growing Industrial and Life Sciences team in Leeds. If you are a recent Graduate or due to Graduate in this year, and are looking to kick-start a successful career in recruitment, then MBI is the place for you!

The Role: What you'll be doing:

• Working as a 360 recruitment Consultant you will be in charge of your own desk: generating leads and pitching to new clients, negotiating terms, and fulfilling their recruitment needs.
• Build key relationships within the industry and become an expert in your market, enhancing your personal brand across our various platforms.
• Implement a well-rounded approach to business development through candidate and company led methodologies.

Requirements: What we are looking for

• Highly motivated, Entrepreneurial people who are financially driven
• Experience working in Customer Service, Hospitality, Sales and customer facing roles
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills – the ability to confidently speak with different types of people
• Self-driven and motivated to work autonomously
• You enjoy working in a results-orientated environment.
• You love to take ownership of your learning and develop your career.

Some of our perks:

• Early finish Friday's
• Uncapped Earning potential on top of your basic salary
• Incentive Bonuses
• 1 ½ hour lunch break to go to the gym
• Free fitness classes
• Weekly PT Sessions, both Male and Female
• Additional holiday for your birthday
• Unlimited holidays after time served
• Christmas shutdown period
• Monthly and Quarterly incentives (vouchers, trips & more)
• Regular organised team socials
• Internal well-being & upskilling workshops
• Leadership and Management training
• Women at MBI programme
• Dedicated learning and development team & personalised training plan
• Access to mental health and wellbeing support
• Dedicated Healthcare Scheme
• Enhanced maternity or paternity pay
• Modern City centre office space and communal working areas

To discuss any of the above in further detail please contact

Graduate Executive Search Consultant – G&E Group (Leeds)

Start Date: January 2026

Salary: £26,000–£5,000 base | OTE Year 1: 5,000+

G&E Group is a specialist Executive Search firm with offices across the UK, partnering with innovative companies within the Electrical and Energy industries in USA. We connect exceptional talent with organisations driving the future of clean energy and infrastructure.

We’re now looking for ambitious graduates to join our growing team in Leeds as Executive Search Consultants , where you’ll gain the skills, training, and experience to build a high-impact career in executive search and talent consulting.

The Role

As a Consultant, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-impact recruitment and advisory projects. You’ll:

• Work closely with clients to understand their business objectives and talent strategies
• Research, identify, and engage with senior-level professionals across specialist markets
• Conduct interviews and assessments to match candidates with the right opportunities
• Manage recruitment processes end-to-end, from initial brief to offer and placement
• Build lasting relationships with clients and candidates while developing your own sector expertise

This is a commercially focused, people-driven role offering early exposure to senior decision-makers and complex business challenges.

Training & Development

Your professional growth sits at the heart of what we do. At G&E Group, you’ll benefit from:

• Structured and up-to-date graduate training designed to build your consulting, research, and communication skills
• Ongoing mentorship and coaching from experienced consultants and leaders
• Fast-track progression – promotions based on performance and results, not time served
• International exposure , working closely with senior executives across the US

What’s In It for You

• High earning potential: Uncapped commission (realistic Year 1 earnings £50,000+, top rformers 00K+)
• Vibrant team culture: Supportive, social, and success-focused
• Incentives & perks: Luxury trips (Ibiza, Barcelona, Courchevel), team lunches, events, and monthly bonuses
• Lifestyle benefits:
• 50% off gym memberships
• 75% off Champneys Spa stays
• Private healthcare
• Free cinema tickets + food & drink deals
• 1.5-hour lunch breaks to train or recharge
• Early finish Mondays and Fridays, plus every 4th Friday off when targets are hit

Who We’re Looking For

We want graduates who demonstrate:

• Strong commercial awareness and analytical thinking
• Confidence, clarity, and communication skills
• Motivation to succeed in a performance-driven environment
• Resilience, adaptability, and a proactive mindset
• A competitive, ambitious spirit — often with a sporty or fitness focus

Why G&E Group?

Our culture is young, dynamic, and built on shared success. We celebrate wins together, push each other to be better, and create real opportunities for growth.

This isn’t just another graduate job — it’s your launchpad to an exceptional career in executive search. You’ll be part of a business where hard work is rewarded, success is celebrated , and your career trajectory is entirely in your hands.

Apply now for our January 2026 intake and secure your place in G&E Academy 2026 – your future starts here.

• Lead end-to-end executive search processes for senior-level roles within the financial services industry.
• Conduct in-depth market mapping and talent identification exercises using advanced research methodologies.
• Develop and maintain strong, proactive relationships with key clients and industry leaders.
• Engage and assess high-caliber candidates, evaluating their suitability for senior positions based on skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Conduct rigorous reference checks and provide comprehensive client feedback throughout the search process.
• Negotiate complex offer packages and facilitate smooth transitions for placed candidates.
• Actively contribute to business development initiatives, identifying and pursuing new client opportunities.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, market dynamics, and competitor activities.
• Represent the firm professionally and uphold the highest standards of ethics and client service.

• Managing the full recruitment lifecycle for executive-level appointments, from initial client briefing to successful candidate placement.
• Developing and executing targeted search strategies to identify and attract high-caliber passive candidates.
• Conducting in-depth interviews and comprehensive candidate assessments to evaluate skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Building and maintaining strong, long-term relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
• Acting as a trusted advisor to clients, providing market intelligence and strategic recruitment advice.
• Negotiating offer terms and managing the candidate experience throughout the entire process.
• Contributing to business development efforts by identifying new client opportunities.
• Mentoring and coaching junior members of the recruitment team.

• Proven experience as a Recruitment Consultant, ideally within executive search or contingency recruitment.
• Demonstrated success in recruiting for senior-level or niche roles.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and business development aptitude.
• Ability to build rapport and credibility with senior professionals and corporate clients.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of a specific industry sector is a plus.

• Manage and execute retained executive search assignments.
• Conduct extensive market mapping and talent pool development.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with key clients.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to identify passive candidates.
• Conduct thorough behavioural and competency-based interviews.
• Negotiate complex offers and facilitate the hiring process.
• Drive business development initiatives and generate new leads.
• Mentor and coach junior members of the recruitment team.
• Contribute to the strategic growth and success of the consultancy.
• Maintain accurate records on the CRM system.

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in recruitment, with a focus on executive search.
• Proven track record of success in placing senior-level candidates.
• Strong business development and client relationship management skills.
• Expertise in various sourcing and candidate engagement methodologies.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Psychology, or a related field (preferred).
• Resilience and a positive, proactive attitude.

• Manage and execute end-to-end executive search assignments for senior-level roles.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to identify passive and active candidates.
• Conduct in-depth candidate assessments, including competency-based interviews and psychometric profiling.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their talent needs and market dynamics.
• Drive business development efforts to secure new executive search mandates.
• Act as a brand ambassador, representing the consultancy with professionalism and integrity.
• Mentor and coach junior members of the recruitment team.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in executive search and talent acquisition.
• Negotiate complex offer packages and facilitate the hiring process to successful completion.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, Psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in recruitment, with a significant focus on executive search and retained business.
• Demonstrated success in placing candidates in senior leadership roles (C-suite, Director level).
• Proven business development and client relationship management skills.
• Excellent understanding of various industries and functional areas.
• Strong networking abilities and a proven track record of building candidate pipelines.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work model.

• Manage and execute high-level executive search assignments from initiation to completion.
• Develop and maintain strong, trusted relationships with senior-level clients.
• Conduct in-depth client intake meetings to fully understand organizational needs and role requirements.
• Develop comprehensive search strategies, including market intelligence and competitor analysis.
• Utilize advanced sourcing techniques to identify passive candidates at the executive level.
• Conduct thorough candidate assessments, including competency-based interviews and psychometric evaluations where appropriate.
• Present shortlisted candidates to clients with detailed profiles and insights.
• Manage the offer process and facilitate negotiations for executive appointments.
• Contribute to business development efforts by identifying new client opportunities.
• Mentor and guide junior members of the search team.
• Stay informed about industry trends, talent landscapes, and best practices in executive search.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and uphold the highest ethical standards.

• Significant experience (minimum 6 years) in executive search or senior-level recruitment, preferably within a reputable agency.
• Proven track record of successfully placing senior executives (C-suite, VP level, Director level).
• Exceptional market knowledge across relevant sectors.
• Outstanding networking, communication, and influencing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build rapport and credibility with senior stakeholders.
• Strong business acumen and commercial awareness.
• Proficiency with executive search methodologies and tools.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage a demanding workload in a remote setting.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Psychology, or a related field is essential; Master's degree is advantageous.
• Experience in talent mapping and market analysis is highly desirable.