Executive Search Consultant

Executive Search Partner | Strategic Talent Advisor JRG Partners, LLC Retained Executive Search | Engaged Search | AI-Driven Talent Intelligence | Industry Practice Leadership About JRG Partners JRG Partners is a nationally recognized executive search and talent advisory firm specializing in retained and engaged leadership search mandates across manufacturing, healthcare, life sciences, aerospace, industrial services, construction, consumer products, technology, legal, and private equity‑backed organizations. Our firm partners with founders, boards, private equity groups, and executive leadership teams to identify transformational talent capable of driving operational excellence, growth acceleration, organizational scale, and long‑term enterprise value. We are not a transactional recruiting organization. We operate as strategic search advisors focused on precision, confidentiality, market intelligence, and long‑term partnership execution. As our national footprint continues to expand, we are seeking highly sophisticated Executive Search Partners and Strategic Recruiters who bring strong business acumen, executive presence, operational discipline, and a consultative approach to leadership acquisition. The Opportunity This role is designed for high‑performing professionals who want to operate at a more strategic level within executive search. You will lead retained and engaged search assignments focused on executive and senior leadership talent while serving as a trusted advisor to clients navigating growth, transformation, succession planning, operational scale, and organizational buildouts. The ideal individual is intellectually curious, commercially aware, highly organized, execution‑oriented, and capable of building credibility with executive stakeholders across multiple industries. This is an opportunity to become a true industry practice expert while operating within a modern executive search environment built around AI, advanced sourcing intelligence, data‑driven recruiting methodologies, and high‑touch client partnership. Core Responsibilities Executive Search Leadership Lead full‑lifecycle retained and engaged executive search assignments across C‑Suite, Vice President, Director, and mission‑critical leadership functions. Strategic Client Partnership Partner directly with CEOs, founders, private equity stakeholders, and executive leadership teams to understand organizational structures, growth objectives, leadership gaps, and long‑term hiring strategies. Conduct sophisticated market mapping, competitive research, talent calibration, compensation benchmarking, and organizational analysis within assigned industry sectors. Passive Candidate Recruitment Identify, engage, recruit, and manage highly accomplished passive executive talent through targeted outreach, relationship development, and strategic executive engagement. Industry Practice Development Develop deep subject matter expertise within designated practice areas while building long‑term executive networks and industry relationships. AI & Technology‑Driven Execution Leverage advanced sourcing platforms, CRM/ATS systems, AI workflows, automation tools, and recruiting technologies to improve search precision, speed, and execution quality. Industry Practice Areas Potential vertical specialization areas include: Manufacturing & Industrial Legal & Corporate Counsel Ideal Qualifications We are seeking professionals who combine executive search capability with strong business judgment and strategic communication skills. Preferred qualifications include: 5+ years of executive search, retained search, professional recruiting, consulting, or strategic talent acquisition experience Experience managing senior‑level or executive‑level searches Strong communication, presentation, negotiation, and client‑facing abilities Ability to engage effectively with executive leadership and ownership groups High level of organization, accountability, and execution discipline Proficiency with ATS/CRM platforms, LinkedIn Recruiter, sourcing technologies, and AI‑enabled recruiting tools Entrepreneurial mindset with strong ownership mentality Prior industry specialization experience strongly preferred What Differentiates JRG Partners Executive‑Level Search Environment Work on highly strategic leadership assignments with direct organizational impact. Operate within a modern search ecosystem leveraging AI, automation, advanced sourcing methodologies, and talent intelligence systems. Access to Senior Leadership Engage directly with CEOs, founders, boards, investors, and executive operators across growth‑oriented industries. Practice Area Ownership Build long‑term credibility and recognition as an industry‑specific executive search SME. High‑performance culture with substantial opportunity for professional growth, leadership development, and long‑term career advancement. Ideal Candidates We seek professionals who prefer strategic partnership over transactional recruiting, thrive in fast‑paced, high‑performance environments, naturally build executive relationships and trust, think operationally and commercially, embrace innovation and modern search technologies, and are highly motivated by growth, performance, and long‑term impact. Join JRG Partners If you are seeking an opportunity to operate at a higher level within executive search and contribute meaningfully to leadership transformation across industry‑leading organizations, we welcome the opportunity to connect. JRG Partners, LLC “Setting a HIRE Standard in Executive Search” #J-18808-Ljbffr