* Associate Consultant (Researcher) – Energy & Finance
* Location: London (Southwark)
* Start Date: ASAP
* Salary: £30k base + quarterly bonuses (£50k+ OTE in Year 1)
Are you a recent graduate or early-career professional who is looking to break into executive search? My client is offering an exceptional opportunity to join their high-performing team as an Associate Researcher in one of the world’s most dynamic and impactful sectors.
Why Join?
* Industry-Leading Clients: Work with top banks, funds, asset managers, renewable energy developers, and tech start-ups.
* High-Value Impact: Support on retained projects with fees averaging £50-60k, with the largest at £172k.
* Rewarding Earnings: Base salary of £30k, plus quarterly bonuses
* Career Progression: Clear framework to advance into client-facing roles based on performance and competence.
* Collaborative Culture: Join a supportive team of 8 in a slick Southwark shared workspace, with guidance from industry leaders.
The Role:
As an Associate Researcher, you’ll specialise in energy transition and finance, contributing to retained search projects for senior-level placements.
Key responsibilities include:
* Conducting in-depth research and market mapping.
* Engaging candidates via Teams calls to build qualitative insights.
* Coordinating interviews, formatting CVs, and preparing reports.
* Providing weekly updates on longlists to C-suite clients.
* Managing 3-4 projects simultaneously, each lasting 1-3 months.
What We’re Looking For:
* Qualifications: Recent graduate or candidate with up to 1 year of recruitment or related experience.
* Skills: Strong written and verbal communication, analytical thinking, and excellent organisational abilities. In addition, a highly analytical, process driven, with attention to detail.
* Personality: Mature, driven, emotionally intelligent, and ambitious. You embrace feedback, thrive under pressure, and bring curiosity and self-reflection to your work.
* Interest Areas: Genuine enthusiasm for executive search, and the energy transition/finance sectors.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary and bonus structure: Year 2/3 OTE £70k+.
* Incentives and perks: Regular socials, monthly sports activities, and annual trips (e.g., Miami).
* Flexible career development paths tailored to your growth.
* Many more!
Office Details: Southwark location, Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:30/6 PM. Once established, flexible arrangements are available.
How to Apply:
Ready to shape the future of energy and finance recruitment? Submit your application today to join Pullman Global and make an impact!