Director Executive Search

Executive Search Director – Marketing, Commercial, or Digital

Soho, London – Hybrid | Executive Search | Agency Recruitment

Join One of the UK’s Best Places to Work

At 3Search , we’re proud to be recognised in The Sunday Times Top 10 Best Medium Organisations to Work For and winners of Best Places to Work. We’re not just building a recruitment business, we’re creating a home for ambitious, values-driven recruiters who care about doing things the right way.

About Us

3Search is a commercial recruitment agency, fuelling growth by finding the talent companies need to power their Revenue Engines.

Our specialist Marketing, Sales, Product, Digital, and RevOps Recruiters have unrivalled access to the talent network from Coordinator through to C‑suite. Supporting businesses at each stage of growth, from early‑stage start‑ups to established enterprises across tech, consumer, media, sports, entertainment, FS/PS and FMCG.

Why Now?

2025 was our strongest year ever, surpassing even our record‑breaking 2022. We’ve significantly expanded our Executive Search proposition, and we’re now looking for experienced Executive Search Partners to help take it to the next level.

Highlights:

Launched two new businesses
Entered complementary markets to strengthen cross‑sector expertise
Invested heavily in our executive team, driving record job flow
Opened an office in New York and Austin to lead our US expansion
100% of employees are proud to work here*
100% intend to stay with us for the next 12 months*
100% would recommend us to a friend*

*As reported in our 2025 anonymous employee survey

Our Values:

Bravery. Growth. Belonging. Kindness.

Your Role: Executive Search Partner

As an Executive Search Partner, you’ll lead senior‑level searches across marketing, digital, and commercial disciplines. You’ll work directly with clients at C‑suite and -1 level, manage high‑value assignments, and play a key role in shaping our executive proposition.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and nurture a network of senior candidates and clients
Win and deliver retained and exclusive mandates at executive level
Build long‑term relationships that drive growth and increase market share
Manage full‑cycle recruitment processes with precision and professionalism
Provide strategic insight and thought leadership to clients and peers
Negotiate complex deals and influence key decision‑makers
Collaborate with and mentor colleagues, embodying our values and work ethic
Support training and development initiatives across the team
Act as a brand ambassador in the market

What We’re Looking For:

Proven success in executive search and senior‑level recruitment, including work origination
Strong billing record and experience delivering large individual revenue targets
Confidence in running retained searches and managing senior stakeholder relationships
Natural communicator with a commercial and consultative mindset
Thought leader with a genuine passion for your niche
A collaborative team player who uplifts others and leads by example
Someone who still loves doing recruitment

What You’ll Get:

Unlimited holiday
Competitive commission and incentive structure
Full training and career development at every stage
Hybrid and flexible working (typically 3 days/week in Soho office)
Free breakfast and soft drinks
Private family healthcare
Enhanced parental leave (6 months full maternity pay)
Quarterly wellness initiatives (physical & mental)
Lunch clubs & annual incentive holidays
Established, well‑regarded brand to grow your career
Company‑wide social events each quarter
Financial well‑being support and planning

Click Easy Apply or connect directly with Sarah Selisko for a confidential chat about the opportunity.

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