Social network you want to login/join with:Higher is a specialist executive search firm with over 10 years’ experience in data science and AI recruitment. We work with the world’s most innovative companies, connecting ambitious start-ups and scale-ups with elite candidates that other recruiters can’t reach.We are growing the team and looking to recruit an

Executive Search Consultant . In this pivotal role, you will manage recruitment pipelines, source top data science candidates, build lasting relationships and contribute to our continued growth as a business.Company SnapshotHigher specialises in placing exceptional data science and machine learning talent in the hardest to fill vacancies. We work with companies of every shape and size, offering bespoke end-to-end recruitment services and the opportunity to plug into our unrivalled global network of data scientists, machine learning engineers, data engineers and data leaders.Higher has become synonymous with quality. We strive to provide an unmatched level of service to all our clients, demonstrating the enduring value of long-term recruitment partnerships in the competitive AI and Data Science market. Our slogan is

‘raising the bar for AI recruitment’

and these words permeate everything we say and do. We are trusted advisors to all our candidates and clients operating with the utmost integrity. We are also unequivocally committed to diversity and raising the profile of marginalised groups in every search we perform.Joining Higher means joining a team that is working at the heart of the AI revolution – empowering companies globally to hire the best talent in this increasingly competitive space. We hold ourselves, our clients and our candidates to a higher standard and strive to live our values every day: relationships first, dare to care, no question unasked, always accountable and do it better.Higher offers flexible working as standard, with the opportunity to come together in central London 1-2 days per week. We consider ourselves the opposite of corporate - you will never feel chained to your desk (as can be the case with other search firms)! Everyone at Higher is a grown-up; you will be encouraged to learn into your strengths, do what''s right for you and be empowered to live a fully integrated life.Job DescriptionAs an

Executive Search Consultant , you will be immersed in the most cutting-edge fields of technology – AI and machine learning. Developments in this space are fundamentally transforming how we live our lives, how businesses operate and how they deliver products to consumers.You will learn about these developments and will have the opportunity to regularly talk to senior business leaders (CEOs, CTOs, founders, and Directors) about their business needs. You will also build relationships with highly academic and innovative candidates (most Data Scientists and Machine Learning Engineers have PhDs or Masters’ Degrees).ResponsibilitiesRunning search projects, identifying and headhunting candidatesCreating and maintaining market maps of desirable candidatesWriting candidate profiles to present to clientsCoordinating and facilitating interview processesCreating bespoke Opportunity Profiles for new searchesResearching the latest trends in data science, AI and machine learningBuilding and maintaining relationships with candidates and clientsOrganising and managing networking events for senior business leaders and data scientistsRequired experience and skills:1-2 years’ experience in executive search, recruitment, or another people- or sales-related roleExperience with or interest in AI, Data Science and software engineeringExceptional communication skills, spoken and writtenExcellent attention to detailAmbitious, dedicated and hard-workingEnergetic and self-motivatedStrong prioritisation and time management skillsCompensation and benefits:£60K OTE (minimum £35K base salary - higher for more experienced candidates)Flexible working (work from home, access to co-working space, flexible hours)25 days holiday with an additional day for every year of employment to 30 daysWork from anywhere for 2 weeks per year following probationOngoing training and coachingTools for the job (laptop + Linkedin recruiter license)Detailed career progression planPension contributionAt Higher, diversity and inclusion are not just buzzwords – they are at the heart of our success. We actively encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply for our job openings. Our commitment to diversity means that we welcome applicants of every race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and beyond. We recognise that a diverse team brings fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and drives our collective success.***We are NOT able to sponsor candidates from outside the UK for this role - please do not apply if you require sponsorship***

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