Associate

Job Title: Associate Consultant

Location: New York

About

People are at the heart of our business. We put our Clients, Candidates, and Employees first in every decision we make. We pride ourselves on building strong and long-lasting relationships, and understanding the needs of our employees is paramount to us. With a strong focus on training and development, we are committed to helping our team members be the best they can be by providing tailored support where it’s needed most.

Our diverse Board of Directors is made up of industry leaders across recruitment, technology, insurance, and DE&I sectors, offering over 100 years of experience. With this level of expertise, you won’t find more industry insight in any other recruitment firm. Additionally, our company is proud to be 60% female, fostering an inclusive and empowering environment for all employees.

With offices in London, Manchester, New York, Austin/Texas and opening one soon in Dubai, we have exciting growth plans over the next 5 years. Our vision is to become the fastest-growing privately owned talent and solution provider to the technology sector, operating across the UK, US, and Europe by the end of 2026.

We are on a mission to improve the D&I landscape - not only for our clients but also for our employees. We offer the opportunity to learn more about the D&I space and its impact both in everyday life and the workplace.

We are a hardworking and supportive team who strive for excellence and aim to ensure that our people come first. With flexible working in our modern city-based offices, an emphasis on work-life balance, and a strong focus on well-being, we offer a competitive salary, a clearly defined career path, and a unique benefits package.

About the Role

Associate Model designed to support early-career employees in delivering consultant-level recruitment assignments and above. As an Associate, you will support searches through a range of activities, including candidate sourcing, interview preparation, process shadowing, and contributing to broader market information and business development efforts in support of Directors.

The role does not include candidate ownership, allowing Associates to support multiple projects across the business globally. By working closely with Consultants, Senior Consultants, Managers, and Directors, you will gain exposure to the full recruitment lifecycle, while enabling more senior team members to focus on client engagement, strategic decision-making, and delivery.

This model is designed to support high-volume projects by reducing the sourcing burden on account managers, while giving Associates meaningful, hands-on experience early in their careers with various team members. It provides immediate earning opportunities and exposure to Directors across the business, without the pressure of owning a full recruitment process or carrying a large GP target.

Key Responsibilities

· Support active searches through candidate sourcing, database research, and market mapping.

· Assist with interview preparation for candidates, including briefing on role expectations and process logistics.

· Shadow recruitment processes to build understanding of the full recruitment lifecycle.

· Contribute to business development efforts in support of Directors and senior team members.

· Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in the company CRM system while adhering to internal processes and compliance standards.

· Support multiple projects across the business simultaneously

· Collaborate with Consultants, Senior Consultants, Managers, and Directors to contribute to successful placements.

· Demonstrate exemplary behaviour and uphold business values in all day-to-day activities.

· Consistently achieve individual monthly placement targets as agreed with your project lead.

Key Skills & Attributes

· Eagerness to learn and develop within the recruitment industry, with a genuine interest in building a long-term career.

· Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently across different projects.

· Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to engage with candidates and internal stakeholders.

· Resilient, goal-oriented mindset with a determination to meet targets and overcome challenges.

· Collaborative and team-oriented approach, with the ability to work effectively alongside senior consultants and directors.

· Proactive and self-motivated, with a positive attitude and willingness to take initiative.

· Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate records and upholding compliance standards.

What We Offer

· Immediate earning opportunities through a clear, structured commission model.

· Hands-on exposure to the full recruitment lifecycle from day one.

· The opportunity to work alongside and gain mentorship from experienced Consultants, Managers, and Directors.

· Involvement in a range of high-profile projects across the technology sector.

· A supportive, inclusive environment with a strong focus on personal and professional development.

· A clearly defined career path with opportunities to progress to Consultant level and be-yond.

Why Join Us?

· Be part of a rapidly growing business with exciting opportunities for career advance-ment.

· Gain real-world recruitment experience without the pressure of full ownership or large GP targets.

· Build lasting relationships with Directors and senior leaders across the business.

· Work in a flexible, supportive, and inclusive environment with an emphasis on work-life balance and well-being.

· A competitive entry-level package with clear progression and immediate commission earning potential.