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Vice President, Executive Search & Business Development

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Job type:
Full Time


Vice President, Executive Search & Business Development




About the Company


Nationally recognized executive search firm


Industry
Staffing and Recruiting


Type
Privately Held


Founded
1979



Employees
1-10




Categories



  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Human Resources
  • Consulting
  • Marketing
  • Recruiting




Specialties



  • recruiting
  • executive search
  • public relations
  • corporate communications
  • and marketing
  • marketing
  • nonprofit recruiting
  • and mission-driven recruiting






About the Role


The Company is seeking a Vice President for Executive Search and Business Development to join their mission-driven team. The successful candidate will serve as the primary strategic partner to clients, managing a full book of concurrent searches with a high level of organization and attention to detail. This role requires a professional with a proven track record in recruiting and business development, particularly within the social impact sector. The Vice President will be responsible for leading day-to-day client interactions, overseeing the end-to-end recruitment process, and maintaining a set level of revenue generation. They should be adept at cultivating leads, converting new business, and expanding client relationships. A clear commitment to inclusive search, and the ability to build trust and strong relationships with both clients and candidates, is essential.

Applicants for the Vice President position at the company should have at least 8 years' of experience in a client-facing, recruiting, and business development role, with a focus on mission-driven or social impact clients. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated track record of developing business, a problem-solving approach, and excellent communication skills. A genuine commitment to equity, the ability to operate with minimal bias, and a proactive attitude towards embracing new technology are also key attributes. The role demands a highly motivated individual who is personable, mission-aligned, and capable of thriving in a collaborative environment. A Bachelor's degree in a related field is required, and the candidate should be prepared to work in a fast-paced, dynamic setting that values both the engagement of new business and outstanding execution.


Hiring Manager Title
CEO




Functions



  • Business Development
  • Human Resources