Business Development Director - Executive Search

We are currently hiring suitably qualified and experienced individual as Business Development Director for our Executive Search service unit. The main responsibility of this role is to lead a team of specialist in domestic and international clients development and service. The focus include the offering of executive search, talent acquisition, consulting, advisory and other related HR solutions services to a wide spectrum of industry, with the initial focus being technology, legal and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

Client & Business Development:

• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, understanding their leadership needs and organizational culture.
• Drive business development efforts, including identifying new opportunities, pitching services, and negotiating contracts.
• Develop and maintain long-term relationships with senior clients, stakeholders, and candidates.
• Lead client briefings, stakeholder interviews, and position specifications development.

Search Execution:

• Oversee the end-to-end delivery of retained executive search assignments from inception to completion.
• Lead research strategies to identify target talent pools across industries and geographies.
• Guide and mentor search consultants and researchers in candidate sourcing and screening.
• Conduct in-depth candidate interviews, competency assessments, and reference checks.
• Present shortlists of qualified candidates and facilitate client interviews and feedback cycles.

Leadership & Operational Excellence:

• Lead and develop a high-performing executive search team, providing mentorship and professional development.
• Ensure excellence in search methodology, candidate care, and stakeholder management.
• Monitor and report key performance metrics (e.g., search completion rate, client satisfaction).
• Continuously improve internal processes, market intelligence, and tools for competitive advantage.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in executive search, talent acquisition, or leadership advisory roles, including at least 3 years in a leadership or client-facing role.
• Demonstrated success in placing senior executives (e.g., Senior Management, C-suite, Board Members, Functional Heads).
• Strong understanding of talent trends, leadership assessment frameworks, and organizational structures.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to build long-term client and candidate relationships based on trust and credibility.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to thrive in a dynamic and growing business environment.
• Strategic thinker with strong commercial instincts
• High emotional intelligence and executive presence
• Client-focused and results-driven
• Collaborative leadership style
• Resilient and adaptable