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About Negotient LLP
Negotient LLP transforms public-private negotiations to deliver better outcomes for both the parties involved and the public they serve. Drawing on decades of experience at the highest levels of government and industry, we provide strategic negotiating advice in major public-private agreements in the UK and overseas - from long‑term NHS supply deals to complex international resource negotiations. We take a wide-angle view of the negotiation process, combining strategic insight, deep sector knowledge, and a commitment to the common good to help clients secure lasting, mutually beneficial agreements.
About the Role
We are seeking a capable and driven Consultant to join our growing team. This role is ideal for someone with 3-5 years of experience in consulting, public affairs, policy, or economics, who thrives in complex, multi-stakeholder environments. You will be the day-to-day point of contact on high-stakes negotiations and strategic projects, ensuring momentum, clarity, and quality across deliverables. You’ll contribute analytical insight, policy expertise, and strategic input while managing coordination across advisors and clients.
This role suits someone who thrives in growth orientated environments and wants to be part of building something meaningful. You’ll have the opportunity to help define how we grow, develop, and deliver impact.
To Apply
If you want to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact James Dowling ( ).
To apply, submit your CV and a maximum one-page statement of suitability for the role by 5pm on 23 October. Applications without a statement of suitability will not be reviewed.
Key Responsibilities
Client Engagement & Project Leadership
- Serve as the day-to-day point of contact for clients on active projects.
- Lead meeting orchestration: prepare agendas, capture minutes, track actions, and maintain risk logs.
- Own day-to-day delivery, ensuring clarity and progress across workstreams.
Business Development
- Support proposal development and pitch preparation.
- Conduct market and stakeholder research to inform outreach.
- Identify opportunities for client acquisition and growth.
Multi-Advisor Coordination
- Coordinate across internal and external advisors, tracking progress and dependencies.
- Maintain high standards of quality control on all outputs.
- Support cross-organisational reporting and communication.
Strategic Input & Content Development
- Draft decks, briefs, and strategic documents tailored to client needs.
- Contribute to policy analysis, quantitative modelling, and sector-specific research.
- Translate complex data and policy into actionable insights.
General
- Undertake any other reasonable duties as requested to support the effective operation of the business.
- The role may require occasional travel within the UK and internationally to support client engagements, stakeholder meetings, and project delivery.
Person Specification
Essential
- 3–5 years post-graduate experience in consulting, public affairs, policy, economics, or quantitative analysis - bringing a solid foundation of professional expertise that enables you to quickly understand complex issues, contribute credible insights, and add value from day one.
- Proven ability to engage senior stakeholders with confidence and clarity - ensuring discussions are productive, decisions are well-informed, and relationships are strengthened through trust and authority.
- Demonstrated track record of leading workstreams and “owning the room” in client-facing settings - showing you can take responsibility for delivery, guide conversations, and maintain momentum in high-pressure, multi-stakeholder environments.
- Strong written and oral communication - producing outputs that are clear, persuasive, and tailored to diverse audiences, while also ensuring meetings, briefings, and negotiations are conducted with precision and impact.
- Structured thinking, highly organised and demonstrable problem-solving - breaking down complex challenges into manageable components, identifying practical solutions, and helping clients and colleagues navigate ambiguity with confidence.
- High attention to detail and follow-through - safeguarding the quality and accuracy of deliverables, ensuring commitments are met, and building a reputation for reliability and excellence.
- Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, mission-driven team - contributing proactively when working solo, while also thriving in a collaborative environment where collective effort drives meaningful outcomes.
- Proficient in Microsoft 365 - leveraging tools such as Copilot, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint to deliver high-quality analysis, presentations, and project coordination that support both client delivery and internal efficiency.
Role offer
- Permanent
- Base salary in the range of £50,000-60,000 depending on experience
- 25 days annual leave per year (pro rata)
- Pension contributions
- Hybrid working, with at least two days per week from our office in Elephant & Castle
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Position Description:
As a member of CFGI’s rapidly growing Risk Advisory team, you will support CFGI client teams responsible for performing various types of project engagements including SOX compliance reviews, internal audits, and operational reviews of business processes / systems.
Consultant-level Risk professionals work closely with management of Fortune 500, mid-cap and start-up companies, as well as all levels of CFGI staff from Consultant to Partner. Engagements include Internal Audit, SOX implementation and testing, attestation/certification readiness work, business process improvement projects, compliance and other assessments.
Duties and Responsibilities:
· Contribute to an assortment of risk-based, challenging internal audit assignments and projects.
· Develop business process flowcharts using Visio (or equivalent tools).
· Create control narratives and risk and control matrices for complex business processes.
· Interact regularly with process / control owners to understand current business processes, key controls, system dependencies, employee roles / responsibilities, etc.
· Create test plans, gather evidence for testing, and execute testing procedures to determine process / control effectiveness.
· Perform control design evaluations and testing of key controls associated with areas under review.
· Document testing results through high-quality work papers (i.e., clear description of procedures performed and related audit results / observations).
· Identify root causes of issues and effectively summarize testing results / conclusions.
· Draft formal reports for Manager / Director / Partner review and issuance to clients.
· Propose meaningful and cost-effective recommendations / solutions for process and/or control improvement to support client remediation needs.
· Demonstrate creativity in problem solving and optimizing efficiency and effectiveness of assigned tasks.
Furthermore, all Risk Advisory team members, from the Consultant level and up, build their skills by assisting the Firm's leadership with internal responsibilities for training, internal projects, and continual improvement.
Qualifications and Capabilities:
· Certified ACA, ACCA or other standard accounting qualification combined with solid internal audit experience.
· 3+ years of experience in public accounting and/or industry performing internal audit.
· Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills, and ability to assimilate easily into teams.
· Strong technical skills and a working knowledge of SOX, COSO, SOC 1, and SOC 2.
· Effective analytical and critical thinking abilities.
· Entrepreneurial nature, self-motivated, ethical, and dependable.
· Strong project management skills.
· High energy with a commitment to quality client service.
· Very strong performance within a team dynamic.
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The purpose of this role is to lead the service delivery of dedicated client accounts within the People Solutions practice.
Key Tasks & Duties
- Leading multiline clients as a technical and trusted advisor, ensuring client retention
- Understand clients benefit requirements and develop a strategic approach to benefit programmes
- Ensure renewal timelines are met, market reviews undertaken and policies placed in advance of renewal
- Review service disruption/dissatisfaction and implement appropriate actions with carriers to resolve
- Support the broader development of insurer relationships
- Ensure compliance requirements and internal controls are fully met
- Peer reviewer/technical oversight of associate consultants and benefit analysts
Skills & Knowledge
- CII Qualification (desired)
- Proven track record of effective stakeholder management
- Proven experience in UK mid-corporate benefit broking/consulting environment
- Exceptional client relationship skills
- Commercial/value-add mindset
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Consultant
Permanent: Salary circa £50,000 per annum.
Remote: London-based preferred
Company
Here at Instinct, we’re delighted to be working with a fast-growing learning consultancy that specialises in human-centred, creative approaches to workplace learning. With a focus on performance consulting, modern learning experiences, and design thinking, they deliver innovative solutions that truly change how people learn, work, and grow.
Role
As a Consultant, you’ll apply modern, human-centred principles to create scalable, user-focused solutions that embed growth directly into the flow of work. You’ll work closely with clients to design and deliver end-to-end consulting projects that drive measurable impact. This role blends creativity with commercial acumen: you’ll bring fresh ideas, design thinking, and problem-solving skills while also taking a hands-on approach to delivery. At the same time, you’ll be confident in spotting opportunities, building strong client relationships, and selling solutions in fast-paced corporate environments.
Skillset required:
- Performance Consulting: Ability to diagnose client challenges, shape solutions, and deliver measurable business impact.
- Consultative Selling & Commercial Awareness: Spotting opportunities and adding value through proactive client engagement.
- End-to-End Project Delivery: Experience working across the full consulting lifecycle – from research and scoping to design, delivery, and evaluation.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Strong facilitation and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and manage client expectations effectively.
- Creativity and Design Thinking: Proven ability to apply human-centred design, UX principles, and creative problem-solving approaches to develop innovative solutions.
- Execution & Delivery: Hands-on, proactive, and reliable. You can turn ideas into practical solutions and ensure projects are delivered on time and to a high standard.
- Agility: Comfortable working in fast-paced, client-facing environments, adapting quickly to shifting priorities and balancing multiple projects.
Rewards
This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your consulting expertise. You’ll be a key player in a high-impact project, delivering modern learning solutions that directly influence operational excellence and continuous improvement.
If the above E-learning job is of interest and you want to know more, get in touch or apply using the form below. Drop me an email at
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At Candela Search, we are driven by the ambition to become one of the world's most recognised and revered technology search firms.
Our mission is to connect dynamic scale-ups and established multinationals with transformative technology and digital leadership talent, striving to be the absolute best in our field.
Role Responsibilities
Delivery Excellence & Project Ownership:
- Deliver 3–4 retained searches at any time with minimal oversight, demonstrating full lifecycle ownership.
- Independently manage client reporting, candidate communications, and internal team coordination.
- Consistently produce high-quality documentation (pitches, updates, shortlist reports) that meet or exceed Partner expectations.
- Apply a commercial and strategic mindset to understand client business objectives and translate them into effective search strategies.
- Demonstrate excellent research and analytical capabilities by mapping markets, conducting competitive analysis, and assessing leadership talent.
Client Engagement & Influence:
- Co-lead client briefings and update calls with increasing independence over time and with experience.
- Build strong working relationships with key client stakeholders and become a visible, reliable point of contact and be viewed as a key advisor.
Candidate Market Knowledge:
- Build and maintain a high-quality network of senior candidates, including ongoing engagement and advisory relationships.
- Deliver 2–3 high-quality market maps and competitor intelligence briefs annually.
Business Development Foundations:
- Help identify and qualify new business opportunities or leads (warm intros, referrals, pitch-ready contacts).
- Actively support Partners/Principals on live pitches, adding measurable value through market insight and proposal development.
Internal Contribution & Mentorship:
- Mentor Research Associates providing feedback and delivery support.
- Contribute to knowledge-sharing sessions, tools improvement, or training initiatives within the team.
Senior Client Ownership & Advisory:
- Transition into a client lead role, independently managing key accounts and full project portfolios.
- Develop a reputation as a trusted advisor among C-level clients and Boards within a chosen market.
- Lead complex searches with minimal or no Partner involvement, including retained mandates across geographies or functions.
Business Development Leadership:
- Originate and win new retained assignments through proactive relationship development and thought leadership.
- Build a strong pipeline of repeat clients and cross-sell opportunities in collaboration with leadership.
Sector Expertise & Thought Leadership:
- Publish or present industry insights, reports, or opinion pieces that drive visibility and client engagement.
- Lead internal IP development (e.g., talent frameworks, succession models, DEI strategies) that enhance firm offerings.
Team Leadership & Development:
- Act as a people manager, supporting the performance development and career growth of junior team members.
- Drive operational improvements or strategic initiatives, such as new tools, training programs, or diversity efforts.
Progression to Principal / Partner Track:
- Demonstrate consistent revenue contribution and client retention to be considered for promotion to Principal or Partner level.
- Shape firm strategy through participation in leadership meetings, innovation task forces, or cross-functional initiatives.
- Build and champion a personal brand aligned with the firm’s reputation and future growth vision.
Key Requirements
We’re looking for a driven, insightful, and client-focused Consultant who thrives on delivering high-impact executive search assignments. You’ll take ownership of end-to-end search execution, partnering closely with clients to understand their strategic needs and translating those into effective talent solutions. With a solid grounding in executive search or a related discipline, you’re ready to deepen your influence by leading engagements, advising stakeholders, and contributing to business development.
You’ll play a key role in cultivating new business opportunities and expanding client relationships. Whether identifying prospects, contributing to pitches, or nurturing long-term partnerships, you bring a commercial mindset and a consultative approach that builds trust and drives growth.
The ideal candidate brings a blend of intellectual curiosity, commercial acumen, and relationship-building finesse. You’re someone who enjoys navigating complex leadership landscapes and is energised by the opportunity to shape outcomes for clients and candidates alike.
Benefits
- Personal Brand: Build your professional identity along with Candela’s, a mutually exciting and beneficial opportunity. Access to a world-class portfolio of clients and high-growth companies.
- Culture: Enjoy being part of an inclusive, fun, and supportive team, where work-life balance is put before profit.
- Professional Development: Work alongside proven leaders in their field who are committed to mentoring and developing talent to excel.
- Annual Leave: 25 days + 3 days at Christmas.
- Pension: company pension plan with contributions.
- Healthcare plan: including medical, physiotherapy, dental, optical and audiological cover.
- Lifestyle: Up to 50% off gym memberships and further discounts on lifestyle products and services, discounted health assessments and cycle-to-work scheme. On-site gym and cafe.
- Hybrid working: three days in our London office (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) and two days working from home.
- Remote working: work two weeks a year from anywhere.
- Team rewards: Quarterly and yearly recognition rewards.
- Team socials: offsite trips, regular team lunches, team building days out, 5* ski trips.
- Office location: Hammersmith, London.
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Join NTT DATA Business Solutions as a Senior Expert in SAP SuccessFactors - a lead role where you'll shape innovative HCM solutions for leading organisations, influence business transformation, and drive the evolution of our award-winning practice.
As the top global winner of SAP SuccessFactors awards in the past year, NTT DATA offers you the chance to be part of the most recognised SuccessFactors partner worldwide. You'll work on high-impact projects, collaborate with top-tier clients across diverse industries, and play a central role in advancing our market-leading capabilities.
This is a unique opportunity to elevate your career with access to the latest SAP innovations, continuous professional development, and a supportive, expert team that values creativity, initiative, and growth.
**Responsibilities**
+ Take overall responsibility for the successful delivery of complex, multi-stream SuccessFactors projects, ensuring alignment with strategic business outcomes and high client satisfaction.
+ Operate as a senior Subject Matter Expert (SME) across the SuccessFactors suite, leading engagements from discovery and design through to deployment and post-go-live support.
+ Provide strategic guidance to clients on best practices, solution optimisation, and roadmap planning to maximise value from their SuccessFactors investments.
+ Lead cross-functional project teams, including functional consultants, technical teams, and offshore delivery centres, ensuring high-quality execution and governance.
+ Establish and maintain client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and influencing key stakeholders to drive change and innovation.
+ Contribute to business development activities including client presentations, RFP responses, solutioning, and commercial discussions.
+ Drive innovation by identifying opportunities for process improvement, automation, and the adoption of emerging SAP technologies and ecosystem tools.
+ Actively contribute to internal capability building through mentoring, coaching, and leading knowledge-sharing initiatives.
+ Represent NTT DATA Business Solutions as a thought leader via industry events, webinars, whitepapers, blogs, and contributions to SAP and partner forums.
**Key Qualifications**
+ Minimum **8+ years** of professional experience with SAP HCM / SuccessFactors, including deep, hands-on expertise in Employee Central with strong cross-module knowledge (e.g. Recruiting, Onboarding, Time Management, Payroll, Compensation).
+ Multiple end-to-end implementations of SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central in lead or principal consultant capacity, ideally in complex or multi-country environments.
+ Professionally Certified in SuccessFactors Employee Central with at least one additional certification in another SucessFactors module.
+ Extensive experience in data migration strategies, integrations (e.g. SAP BTP, middleware), and SuccessFactors reporting (including People Stories / Stories in People Analytics).
+ Strong knowledge of SuccessFactors implementation methodology and experience managing full project lifecycles, including risk and issue management.
**Skills and Attributes**
+ Exceptional leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence decision-making.
+ Strong commercial acumen with experience supporting pre-sales, business case development, and strategic solutioning.
+ Excellent communication and facilitation skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate complex concepts in clear business terms.
+ Passion for innovation and continuous improvement, staying ahead of trends in HR technology and SAP roadmap developments.
+ Proven ability to mentor, coach, and uplift the capability of junior team members, fostering a high-performance culture.
+ A proactive, delivery-focused mindset, with a track record of successfully managing competing priorities in fast-paced, client-facing environments.
**Benefits:**
Join our award-winning team at NTT DATA Business Solutions Group and be part of a thriving, innovative culture. With recognition such as the 2024 SAP® Pinnacle Awards and the Top Employer Award 2024, we offer you the chance to make a significant impact while growing your career. Here, you'll work alongside industry experts on cutting-edge projects, contributing to transformative solutions for our clients. Interested in shaping the future with us? We'd love to hear from you.
We offer a range of benefits designed to support your well-being, career growth, and work-life balance:
+ Home-Based Contract: Enjoy the flexibility of a working from home contract subject to operational and project requirements, allowing you to manage your work environment effectively.
+ Generous Holiday Allowance: Benefit from 28 days of paid holiday annually (pro-rated for part time employees), providing ample time for relaxation and rejuvenation.
+ "Free Fridays" Initiative: Experience the unique perk of "Free Fridays," granting you an additional 12 days off each year. With one Free Friday granted per month, you'll have more time to pursue personal interests, spend quality time with loved ones, or simply recharge. (pro-rated for part time employees)
+ Financial Security: Rest assured with our Group Life Assurance offering, providing coverage of 4 times your base salary, ensuring financial protection for you and your loved ones.
+ Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our employer pension contribution at a competitive rate of 5%. You have the flexibility to contribute a minimum of 4%, with the option to increase your contribution for added retirement benefits.
+ Income Protection: Gain peace of mind with our Group Income Protection plan, safeguarding your income in the event of unexpected circumstances.
+ Health and Well-being: Prioritise your health with our comprehensive Private Medical Insurance plan. This coverage extends to you, with favourable rates available for family members at the L3 level and above. Additional benefits provided include: 24/7 helpline, 1-2-1 Lifestyle coaching, financial and legal support etc.
+ Technology and Tools: Receive essential tools for success, including a laptop and mobile phone for both business and personal use, ensuring seamless connectivity and productivity.
+ Wellness Initiatives: Take advantage of our cycle to work scheme, promoting active commuting and supporting your well-being with sustainable transportation options.
+ Environmental Responsibility: Embrace sustainability with the option to join our Electric Car Leasing scheme, contributing to a greener future while enjoying the benefits of eco-friendly transportation.
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Our staff is comprised of licensed Customs brokers, lawyers, accountants, and industry leaders located across North America, Australia, APAC, India and Europe. As a team, we work to assess complicated situations, maneuver through regulatory hurdles, and implement solutions that meet both the letter of the law and the spirit of your business.
Tradewin provides import and export consulting and tactical services in many areas of international trade including:
+ Import HS Classification,
+ Export HS Classification,
+ Binding Ruling Requests (BTI's),
+ Export ECN and Licensing Determination,
+ Import Procedures Development,
+ Export Procedures Development,
+ Post Entry Services,
+ AEO Readiness Assessment,
+ Trade Agreement Qualification,
+ AEO Procedures Implementation Assistance,
+ Valuation Analysis,
+ Customs Compliance Assessments,
+ Compliance Training,
+ Denied Party Screening,
+ Export Licence determination and application.
Scope of Position: Providing Operational Support around Customs and Trade Compliance in our systems and those of our clients.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
+ Support Operations, delivery and execution of standardized, compliant trade compliance services;
+ Actively engage with customers on projects to ensure an accurate and timely delivery;
+ Maintain recordkeeping for functional areas of responsibility;
+ Clear communications to address issues and support in resolving any Customs and Trade Compliance challenges,
+ Effective collaboration and solid communication with team members, clients and third parties;
+ Continuous process improvement mindset: identify gaps in current processes and procedures. Provide recommendations and implement solutions to improve operational processes.
+ Continually seek improvement in procedures and services to create more efficient and cost effective operations;
+ Meet company standard of 52 hours of training per year;
+ Be dedicated to the success of Tradewin using ethical business practices at all times;
Requested Skills, Education, Experience:
+ Bachelor's Degree;
+ Great attitude and excellent communication skills;
+ Extensive experience in international trade compliance;
+ Extensive knowledge of European Union rules and regulation;
+ Proven ability to develop, implement and maintain standards and identify opportunities for continuous improvement;
+ Proven ability to work according performance metrics;
+ Strong time and project management skills;
+ Well developed computer skills and ability to manage and control data;
+ Demonstrated experience interacting with Tradewin team members and customers to gather information and coordinate projects to anticipate and satisfy the customer's needs;
+ Ability to allocate tasks responsibilities to yourself and others to maximize the team and the individual's effectiveness;
+ Ability to execute the tasks timely and problem solve, enabling teams and individuals to meet and exceed customer's deadlines;
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Position Description:
As a member of CFGI’s rapidly growing Risk Advisory team, you will support CFGI client teams responsible for performing various types of project engagements including SOX compliance reviews, internal audits, and operational reviews of business processes / systems.
Consultant-level Risk professionals work closely with management of Fortune 500, mid-cap and start-up companies, as well as all levels of CFGI staff from Consultant to Partner. Engagements include Internal Audit, SOX implementation and testing, attestation/certification readiness work, business process improvement projects, compliance and other assessments.
Duties and Responsibilities:
· Contribute to an assortment of risk-based, challenging internal audit assignments and projects.
· Develop business process flowcharts using Visio (or equivalent tools).
· Create control narratives and risk and control matrices for complex business processes.
· Interact regularly with process / control owners to understand current business processes, key controls, system dependencies, employee roles / responsibilities, etc.
· Create test plans, gather evidence for testing, and execute testing procedures to determine process / control effectiveness.
· Perform control design evaluations and testing of key controls associated with areas under review.
· Document testing results through high-quality work papers (i.e., clear description of procedures performed and related audit results / observations).
· Identify root causes of issues and effectively summarize testing results / conclusions.
· Draft formal reports for Manager / Director / Partner review and issuance to clients.
· Propose meaningful and cost-effective recommendations / solutions for process and/or control improvement to support client remediation needs.
· Demonstrate creativity in problem solving and optimizing efficiency and effectiveness of assigned tasks.
Furthermore, all Risk Advisory team members, from the Consultant level and up, build their skills by assisting the Firm's leadership with internal responsibilities for training, internal projects, and continual improvement.
Qualifications and Capabilities:
· Certified ACA, ACCA or other standard accounting qualification combined with solid internal audit experience.
· 3+ years of experience in public accounting and/or industry performing internal audit.
· Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills, and ability to assimilate easily into teams.
· Strong technical skills and a working knowledge of SOX, COSO, SOC 1, and SOC 2.
· Effective analytical and critical thinking abilities.
· Entrepreneurial nature, self-motivated, ethical, and dependable.
· Strong project management skills.
· High energy with a commitment to quality client service.
· Very strong performance within a team dynamic.
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About Negotient LLP
Negotient LLP transforms public-private negotiations to deliver better outcomes for both the parties involved and the public they serve. Drawing on decades of experience at the highest levels of government and industry, we provide strategic negotiating advice in major public-private agreements in the UK and overseas - from long‑term NHS supply deals to complex international resource negotiations. We take a wide-angle view of the negotiation process, combining strategic insight, deep sector knowledge, and a commitment to the common good to help clients secure lasting, mutually beneficial agreements.
About the Role
We are seeking a capable and driven Consultant to join our growing team. This role is ideal for someone with 3-5 years of experience in consulting, public affairs, policy, or economics, who thrives in complex, multi-stakeholder environments. You will be the day-to-day point of contact on high-stakes negotiations and strategic projects, ensuring momentum, clarity, and quality across deliverables. You’ll contribute analytical insight, policy expertise, and strategic input while managing coordination across advisors and clients.
This role suits someone who thrives in growth orientated environments and wants to be part of building something meaningful. You’ll have the opportunity to help define how we grow, develop, and deliver impact.
To Apply
If you want to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact James Dowling ( ).
To apply, submit your CV and a maximum one-page statement of suitability for the role by 5pm on 23 October. Applications without a statement of suitability will not be reviewed.
Key Responsibilities
Client Engagement & Project Leadership
- Serve as the day-to-day point of contact for clients on active projects.
- Lead meeting orchestration: prepare agendas, capture minutes, track actions, and maintain risk logs.
- Own day-to-day delivery, ensuring clarity and progress across workstreams.
Business Development
- Support proposal development and pitch preparation.
- Conduct market and stakeholder research to inform outreach.
- Identify opportunities for client acquisition and growth.
Multi-Advisor Coordination
- Coordinate across internal and external advisors, tracking progress and dependencies.
- Maintain high standards of quality control on all outputs.
- Support cross-organisational reporting and communication.
Strategic Input & Content Development
- Draft decks, briefs, and strategic documents tailored to client needs.
- Contribute to policy analysis, quantitative modelling, and sector-specific research.
- Translate complex data and policy into actionable insights.
General
- Undertake any other reasonable duties as requested to support the effective operation of the business.
- The role may require occasional travel within the UK and internationally to support client engagements, stakeholder meetings, and project delivery.
Person Specification
Essential
- 3–5 years post-graduate experience in consulting, public affairs, policy, economics, or quantitative analysis - bringing a solid foundation of professional expertise that enables you to quickly understand complex issues, contribute credible insights, and add value from day one.
- Proven ability to engage senior stakeholders with confidence and clarity - ensuring discussions are productive, decisions are well-informed, and relationships are strengthened through trust and authority.
- Demonstrated track record of leading workstreams and “owning the room” in client-facing settings - showing you can take responsibility for delivery, guide conversations, and maintain momentum in high-pressure, multi-stakeholder environments.
- Strong written and oral communication - producing outputs that are clear, persuasive, and tailored to diverse audiences, while also ensuring meetings, briefings, and negotiations are conducted with precision and impact.
- Structured thinking, highly organised and demonstrable problem-solving - breaking down complex challenges into manageable components, identifying practical solutions, and helping clients and colleagues navigate ambiguity with confidence.
- High attention to detail and follow-through - safeguarding the quality and accuracy of deliverables, ensuring commitments are met, and building a reputation for reliability and excellence.
- Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, mission-driven team - contributing proactively when working solo, while also thriving in a collaborative environment where collective effort drives meaningful outcomes.
- Proficient in Microsoft 365 - leveraging tools such as Copilot, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint to deliver high-quality analysis, presentations, and project coordination that support both client delivery and internal efficiency.
Role offer
- Permanent
- Base salary in the range of £50,000-60,000 depending on experience
- 25 days annual leave per year (pro rata)
- Pension contributions
- Hybrid working, with at least two days per week from our office in Elephant & Castle
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At Candela Search, we are driven by the ambition to become one of the world's most recognised and revered technology search firms.
Our mission is to connect dynamic scale-ups and established multinationals with transformative technology and digital leadership talent, striving to be the absolute best in our field.
Role Responsibilities
Delivery Excellence & Project Ownership:
- Deliver 3–4 retained searches at any time with minimal oversight, demonstrating full lifecycle ownership.
- Independently manage client reporting, candidate communications, and internal team coordination.
- Consistently produce high-quality documentation (pitches, updates, shortlist reports) that meet or exceed Partner expectations.
- Apply a commercial and strategic mindset to understand client business objectives and translate them into effective search strategies.
- Demonstrate excellent research and analytical capabilities by mapping markets, conducting competitive analysis, and assessing leadership talent.
Client Engagement & Influence:
- Co-lead client briefings and update calls with increasing independence over time and with experience.
- Build strong working relationships with key client stakeholders and become a visible, reliable point of contact and be viewed as a key advisor.
Candidate Market Knowledge:
- Build and maintain a high-quality network of senior candidates, including ongoing engagement and advisory relationships.
- Deliver 2–3 high-quality market maps and competitor intelligence briefs annually.
Business Development Foundations:
- Help identify and qualify new business opportunities or leads (warm intros, referrals, pitch-ready contacts).
- Actively support Partners/Principals on live pitches, adding measurable value through market insight and proposal development.
Internal Contribution & Mentorship:
- Mentor Research Associates providing feedback and delivery support.
- Contribute to knowledge-sharing sessions, tools improvement, or training initiatives within the team.
Senior Client Ownership & Advisory:
- Transition into a client lead role, independently managing key accounts and full project portfolios.
- Develop a reputation as a trusted advisor among C-level clients and Boards within a chosen market.
- Lead complex searches with minimal or no Partner involvement, including retained mandates across geographies or functions.
Business Development Leadership:
- Originate and win new retained assignments through proactive relationship development and thought leadership.
- Build a strong pipeline of repeat clients and cross-sell opportunities in collaboration with leadership.
Sector Expertise & Thought Leadership:
- Publish or present industry insights, reports, or opinion pieces that drive visibility and client engagement.
- Lead internal IP development (e.g., talent frameworks, succession models, DEI strategies) that enhance firm offerings.
Team Leadership & Development:
- Act as a people manager, supporting the performance development and career growth of junior team members.
- Drive operational improvements or strategic initiatives, such as new tools, training programs, or diversity efforts.
Progression to Principal / Partner Track:
- Demonstrate consistent revenue contribution and client retention to be considered for promotion to Principal or Partner level.
- Shape firm strategy through participation in leadership meetings, innovation task forces, or cross-functional initiatives.
- Build and champion a personal brand aligned with the firm’s reputation and future growth vision.
Key Requirements
We’re looking for a driven, insightful, and client-focused Consultant who thrives on delivering high-impact executive search assignments. You’ll take ownership of end-to-end search execution, partnering closely with clients to understand their strategic needs and translating those into effective talent solutions. With a solid grounding in executive search or a related discipline, you’re ready to deepen your influence by leading engagements, advising stakeholders, and contributing to business development.
You’ll play a key role in cultivating new business opportunities and expanding client relationships. Whether identifying prospects, contributing to pitches, or nurturing long-term partnerships, you bring a commercial mindset and a consultative approach that builds trust and drives growth.
The ideal candidate brings a blend of intellectual curiosity, commercial acumen, and relationship-building finesse. You’re someone who enjoys navigating complex leadership landscapes and is energised by the opportunity to shape outcomes for clients and candidates alike.
Benefits
- Personal Brand: Build your professional identity along with Candela’s, a mutually exciting and beneficial opportunity. Access to a world-class portfolio of clients and high-growth companies.
- Culture: Enjoy being part of an inclusive, fun, and supportive team, where work-life balance is put before profit.
- Professional Development: Work alongside proven leaders in their field who are committed to mentoring and developing talent to excel.
- Annual Leave: 25 days + 3 days at Christmas.
- Pension: company pension plan with contributions.
- Healthcare plan: including medical, physiotherapy, dental, optical and audiological cover.
- Lifestyle: Up to 50% off gym memberships and further discounts on lifestyle products and services, discounted health assessments and cycle-to-work scheme. On-site gym and cafe.
- Hybrid working: three days in our London office (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) and two days working from home.
- Remote working: work two weeks a year from anywhere.
- Team rewards: Quarterly and yearly recognition rewards.
- Team socials: offsite trips, regular team lunches, team building days out, 5* ski trips.
- Office location: Hammersmith, London.