Farber’s Executive Search & Interim Management practice has roots dating back to 2011, when it commenced operations as a provider of interim resources, expanding into executive search in 2015.
At our core, as a search practice within a business advisory platform with a track record of over 40 years, we are a people business. We believe that candidates are not commodities and relationships matter. With our human-centric approach and culture, our close-knit team is a diverse group with a collective vision and drive to create an enduring and successful search practice. We have a passion to deliver excellence to our client and candidate communities, and we empower our employees to have enriching careers.
We are a highly collaborative team of Executive Search professionals, who thrive in a supportive and entrepreneurial environment. Our Financial Services practice designs tailor made executive search solutions for many of Canada’s leading asset and wealth management firms, as well as entrepreneurial-led family offices. Our team is growing, and we are hiring a Senior Search Consultant to join our Financial Services vertical, based in Toronto.
The Senior Search Consultant will work with Partners and Principals supporting executive searches, specifically in the financial services sector. The role has two main objectives; first, to drive a best-in-class client and candidate experience during every executive search mandate, and second, to develop and maintain relationships with exceptional executive talent.
The Senior Search Consultant will be eager to build a career in Executive Search. We’re looking for an individual who has the potential to make an impact and grow within our business. The role has the following responsibilities:
Business Development support:
Assisting with preparation of proposals, engagement letters, client presentations and other external communications
Building client and candidate databases; data management and analysis; preparation of reports
Conducting industry specific research from primary and secondary sources; leveraging research for lead generation
Executive Search delivery:
Supporting the entire recruitment process
Creating role postings and executive packages for candidates
Identifying prospective candidates through targeted company research, industry sources, relevant prior searches, databases, social media and other internal sources
Conducting pre-screening calls and/or virtual meetings to qualify prospective candidates for opportunities and presenting the opportunity to these individuals
Writing candidate summaries and interview notes, and updating and managing client progress reports
Supporting calendar management for Clients, Principals and Partners with respect to candidate interviews and client interactions
Qualifications:
5-10 years of experience in a professional services environment, ideally from the executive search industry, or another relevant field. Financial Services industry knowledge is not required, but preferred
An undergraduate degree is required
Excellent written communication skills, with strong business and technical writing experience
Ability to truly listen, to be empathetic and open minded
Attention to detail, strong organizational, analytical, planning and project management skills
Strong verbal communication and presentation skills
Goal oriented with a strong work ethic
A history of making an impact in your career and in your community
This is an opportunity to start the new year with a dynamic, passionate and collaborative team of search professionals. We will provide comprehensive training to enhance and develop your skills.