Principal Consultant

We are looking for an experienced professional to lead our Executive Search division as a Principal Consultant (Partner). This high-impact role comes with full P&L responsibility, offering an opportunity to drive business growth, build market presence, and place top leadership talent. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in executive search, client acquisition, and business development.

Key Responsibilities:

Executive Search & Leadership Hiring

• Establish and lead the Executive Search vertical in Mumbai.
• Source, attract, and place mid to CxO-level executives for Fortune 1000 companies.
• Develop and execute strategic growth plans for the executive search business.
• Conduct in-depth candidate assessments to ensure a strong leadership fit.
• Utilize market research and talent mapping to identify top-tier professionals.
• Maintain a robust pipeline of high-caliber leadership talent.

Client Acquisition & Business Development

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities to expand the executive search practice.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers across industries.
• Present firm capabilities to potential clients and secure high-value search mandates.
• Advise clients on hiring trends, market insights, and leadership strategies.

Client & Candidate Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring exceptional service delivery.
• Provide clients with market intelligence and data-driven recommendations.
• Manage the end-to-end executive recruitment process, from client briefing to final placement.

Market Research & Industry Insights

• Stay updated on industry trends, competitor activities, and market developments.
• Provide clients with valuable market intelligence to support talent acquisition strategies.

Leadership & Team Collaboration

• Build and lead a high-performing team to support client needs and ensure delivery excellence.
• Mentor and guide junior consultants, fostering a culture of knowledge-sharing and innovation.
• Represent the company as a thought leader in executive search.

Qualifications & Experience:

✅ Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, or a related field (MBA preferred).

✅ Experience:

• 4-10 years of experience in executive search or senior-level recruitment.
• Proven track record in business development & client acquisition.
• Strong expertise in leadership hiring & executive talent acquisition across industries.

✅ Key Skills:

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong market research & talent mapping capabilities.
• Ability to work independently while leading and collaborating with a high-caliber team.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and commitment to excellence.