Lead Executive Search Consultant

Job Description

X4 Alpha is an executive search firm specializing in quantitative trading, partnering with high-frequency trading firms and quant hedge funds. Our mission is to reflect the values of the quant trading industry by adhering to four core principles: discretion, world-class talent, comprehensive market knowledge, and transparency.

Why us:

• Supported by X4 Group, a well-established global talent partner, X4 Alpha provides the career growth, autonomy, and entrepreneurial spirit of a startup, while equipping recruiters with the latest tools and resources.
• With over 90% of our relationships established with CEOs and partners of leading proprietary trading firms and quant hedge funds, you’ll have the opportunity to engage directly with these leaders and take ownership of key accounts.
• Becoming part of a high performing team (> $500,000 billing a year per employee)

Senior Executive Search Consultant

As a Lead Executive Search Consultant, you will oversee the entire recruitment lifecycle. You’ll develop relationships with both clients and candidates, engage in business development to identify and secure new client leads, and guide candidates throughout the hiring process to ensure successful placements.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a 360 Recruitment Consultant or in a similar recruitment role
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Self-driven, resilient, and results-oriented with a creative, solution-focused mindset

We foster a collaborative environment where our goal is not internal competition but to elevate industry standards. We require all team members to work from the office (4 days a week) during their first year to build a strong foundation in our team’s approach and culture.

The base pay for this role will be between $80,000 and $200,000. This role may also be eligible for other forms of compensation and benefits, such as a discretionary bonus, health, dental and other wellness plans. Discretionary bonus and/or guaranteed package can be a significant portion of total compensation. Actual compensation for successful candidates will be carefully determined based on a number of factors, including their skills, qualifications and experience.