Executive Search Associate and EA to the Group CEO

Salary: Competitive
Type: Permanent

Company Description:
At Luxury Recruit, part of Experts in Luxury, our mission is to be the leading talent partner in the luxury lifestyle sector, delivering bespoke recruitment solutions that empower businesses to excel in an ever-evolving market. Through our flagship brands, Luxury Recruit and Luxury Executive, we provide a seamless, top-to-bottom service tailored to every level of business need.

We specialize in sourcing exceptional talent across key areas, including Buying & Merchandising, Design & Development, Retail Operations, Marketing & Communications, Corporate Functions, and C-Suite Leadership. Our comprehensive approach ensures that we not only meet our clients’ immediate recruitment needs but also contribute to their long-term strategic goals.

Our Vision: By 2030, our goal is to become the global leading specialist recruitment and executive search firm in the luxury sector. As we move into 2025, we are expanding our team and seeking experienced hires, including Director- and Partner-level candidates with relevant expertise, to join us on this exciting journey.

Our dual-service model caters to the full spectrum of recruitment requirements:

• Luxury Executive focuses on high-level executive search assignments for leadership roles (£150K–£500K+).
• Luxury Recruit specializes in mid-to-senior-level placements (£30K–£150K).

With a global reach across APAC, Europe, the Middle East, North America, and the UK, combined with deep local insights, we deliver a unique and unparalleled recruitment experience. Beyond placements, we offer market intelligence, employer branding, talent pipelining, and interim management services to provide holistic talent solutions that drive sustainable growth and innovation.

Our mission is clear: to connect world-class talent with iconic brands, enabling them to thrive in the dynamic luxury market. By aligning with Luxury Recruit, our clients gain a trusted partner committed to excellence, integrity, and a deep understanding of the nuances that define luxury.

Role Description:
We are seeking an Executive Search Associate & Executive Assistant to the Group CEO to join our team. This role is more than just an EA position—it will involve a strong focus on delivery and project managing executive search assignments. You will play a key role in supporting the CEO while actively contributing to the success of high-level search projects.

This is a full-time position based in London, with some flexibility for remote work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Management: Oversee the delivery of executive search assignments, ensuring timely and successful outcomes for clients.
• Research & Candidate Identification: Conduct detailed market research to identify top talent and support candidate sourcing across industries.
• Client & Candidate Interaction: Act as a liaison, maintaining strong relationships with clients and candidates to ensure a seamless recruitment process.
• Process Coordination: Manage the end-to-end search process, from client briefings to candidate placements.
• Executive Support: Provide high-level executive assistance to the Group CEO, including managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and handling confidential correspondence.
• Report & Document Preparation: Prepare reports, presentations, and other documentation for internal and client use.
• Database Management: Maintain and update internal CRM systems with accurate and detailed information.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in executive search, recruitment, or a related field, with a focus on delivery and project management.
• Strong research and analytical skills, with attention to detail.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management abilities, capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a client-centric approach.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in using recruitment tools, CRM systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with the luxury sector or consumer industries is advantageous.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is preferred.

What We Offer:

• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Flexibility to work remotely as part of a hybrid work model.
• The chance to work alongside industry-leading professionals in an exciting and dynamic sector.
• The opportunity to play a key role in realizing our ambitious 2030 vision.

Join Us on Our Journey:
As we continue to grow and work towards our vision of becoming the global leading specialist firm by 2030, we are seeking experienced professionals only to join our team. If you have the expertise and ambition to contribute to our journey, we want to hear from you.

How to Apply:
If you are passionate about excellence and want to make an impact in the world of executive search, we’d love to hear from you.