Executive Search Associate (CFO Practice) - Texas

Associate – CFO Executive Search (Lead Support to Top Producers) Texas | Hybrid | Global Top-5 Search Platform This is an executive search role – not a finance role – only apply if you have search/recruiting experience Compensation: $275K base | Up to $500K OTE We're partnered confidentially with one of the most prestigious executive search platforms in the world, ranked in the Global SHREK Top 5 , on an exceptional and rare Associate mandate within their industry-leading Texas CFO practice. This is not a research-pool or shared-associate environment. You'll be hired directly to support two of the highest-producing CFO Partners in the business — a Partner and Principal generating $10M+ combined in annual production — as their dedicated right-hand and lead executor. This is a standout opportunity for a high-performing Associate to step into one of the busiest, best-regarded CFO practices in executive search, working alongside two of the industry's most respected operators from day one. Compensation & Structure Base salary up to $275,000 Total compensation (including bonus) up to $500,000 Bespoke bonus structure built around individual level and rolling 12-month expectations Hybrid working across Austin or Houston, TX Why this firm? Elite production environment: you'll be working directly alongside Partners billing $10M+ combined annually, with genuine daily exposure to how the best in the business operate Established, high-volume desk: one of the busiest CFO practices globally, with high-profile retained mandates and no shortage of deal flow Real career pathway: a structured, proven route from Associate through to Principal and ultimately Partner — the current Principal started in this exact seat Boutique culture, global platform: the reach and resources of a global market leader, with the collaboration and agility of a close-knit, high-performing team The Opportunity Lead Associate role supporting two senior producers across sourcing, candidate management, and process execution Focus on CFO and office-of-the-CFO mandates (VP Finance, Controller, Treasury) across private equity-backed and corporate clients Genuine client exposure — join client meetings, contribute market intelligence, and build relationships with boards, private equity investors and CFOs Immediate deal flow on high-profile, large retained mandates from day one Real opportunity to grow into broader partner support and, over time, principal-track responsibility Ideal Candidate Proven experience in executive search, ideally within CFO, finance, or office-of-the-CFO mandates Comfortable managing multiple concurrent searches with strong attention to detail and pace Private equity-backed client exposure strongly preferred Career-focused, ambitious, and looking for a long-term home rather than a stepping stone Strong communication and client-facing potential, with the polish and resilience to represent a top-tier global brand Based in or open to relocating to Austin or Houston, TX #J-18808-Ljbffr Higher Group