Recruiting Associate - London, United Kingdom - GLG

    GLG
    GLG London, United Kingdom

    Found in: Talent UK C2 - 1 week ago

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    Description

    Please note this will be for an April / May 2024 start.

    Job Summary

    The GLG Client Solutions team serves many of the world's leading professionals, powering great decisions by connecting them to insights from GLG's global network of experts.

    GLG is seeking a Client Solutions Recruiting Associate to support GLG's Private Equity business in EMEA. As part of the team based in London, the Associate will be responsible for supporting on Client projects, including finding and onboarding experts for research projects across a range of industries and sectors.

    This is a key role within GLG, working with senior members of the team to fulfil Client research projects as well as building relationships with industry experts. At GLG, you will have the opportunity to build your career, and to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

    Specific responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

    • Individuals in this role will be responsible for contacting and pitching to potential new experts, using effective communication and recruiting techniques in a fast-paced and competitive environment
    • Ideal candidates have a high degree of confidence and are motivated to exceed weekly, monthly and quarterly quotas
    • Partner with and fulfil time-sensitive recruiting project requests for GLG Managers serving Private Equity clients
    • Exhibit strong business communication and recruiting skills
    • Learn to leverage GLG's platform and network to identify and recruit world-class experts from across multiple sectors & industries
    • Collaborate closely with senior team members to expand the search and scope of recruiting populations to drive successful client outcomes
    • Work closely with sector-specialized Managers to deepen existing client relationships through the provision of highly specialised expert insight

    Ideal candidate will have the following:

    • High motivation to exceed personal weekly, monthly, and quarterly commercial targets
    • Confidence in making outbound cold calls when needed and various other outreach methods
    • Experience gained in a role where you have had outreach experience would be beneficial
    • Ability to professionally manage resistance and consistently close recruits
    • Ability to quickly digest and implement feedback and coaching
    • Polished and persuasive verbal and written communication
    • Successful track record managing multiple, simultaneous complex tasks and working in team environments, either during education or within a professional environment.
    • Full business proficiency in English; another European language would be a bonus

    Career progression:
    After achieving specific quantitative and qualitative goals (conversion of recruits, consistent quality end-to-end delivery), Associates typically progress onto a client-facing Senior Associate role. This depends on business need and individual performance.

    What we offer:

    • Competitive base salary plus quarterly commission programme and annual bonus with comprehensive benefits (including healthcare coverage, a contributory pension plan, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays)
    • Global tuition reimbursement to support GLGers who want to continue their professional education
    • A great team atmosphere with socials, off-site activities and sports teams to join
    • An opportunity to contribute to GLG's Social Impact Partners Programme