Finance / Private Equity Associate Recruiter

Job description / Role

Guildhall is a leading recruitment and executive search firm specializing in the Private Equity and Finance sectors. Our expertise lies in connecting top-tier talent with a diverse portfolio of clients, from boutique investment firms to global financial institutions, across the MENA region. We're dedicated to a consultative approach, building long-term relationships and delivering bespoke talent solutions that drive business growth for our clients and career advancement for our candidates.

Job Summary

We are seeking a driven and entrepreneurial Private Equity & Finance Associate Recruiter to join our team in Dubai. This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious individual to take ownership of our client development efforts within the Private Equity and wider Finance sectors. You will be responsible for identifying, pursuing, and onboarding new clients, and building our reputation as the go-to recruitment partner in the region. This role is a hybrid of business development and recruitment, requiring a deep understanding of financial markets and a passion for networking.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Acquisition: Identify, research, and engage with potential new clients, including Private Equity firms, Venture Capital funds, Investment Banks, and Sovereign Wealth Funds.
• Business Development: Create and execute a strategic plan to build a robust client pipeline, leveraging your network, market research, and targeted outreach.
• Relationship Management: Cultivate and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key decision-makers and hiring managers.
• Market Intelligence: Stay abreast of industry trends, market movements, and talent demand within the Private Equity and Finance sectors.
• Recruitment Support: Collaborate with our existing recruitment team to understand client needs and contribute to the successful placement of candidates.
• Brand Ambassador: Represent Guildhall at industry events, conferences, and networking functions to enhance our brand visibility and reputation.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation: A strong base salary with an uncapped, performance-based commission structure.
• Growth Opportunity: A clear path for career progression and the chance to build and lead a team.
• Autonomy: The freedom to shape your own strategy and make a significant impact on the company’s growth.
• Dynamic Culture: A fast-paced, supportive, and entrepreneurial environment.
• Do you have what it takes to help us grow our footprint and become the leading partner for Private Equity and Finance recruitment in the region?

• Experience: A minimum of 2-5 years of experience in recruitment, business development, or a related field, with prior exposure to the financial services or private equity industries.
• Knowledge: A solid understanding of the Private Equity and Investment landscape in the MENA region is highly desirable.

Skills:

• Exceptional Communication: Proven ability to engage with senior-level executives and present compelling business propositions.
• Business Acumen: A keen understanding of business development cycles and a results-oriented mindset.
• Networking: An existing network or the ability to quickly build one within the regional finance community.
• Resilience: The ability to handle rejection and maintain a persistent, positive attitude.
• Self-Starter: A highly motivated and proactive individual who can work independently to achieve targets.

About the Company

Guildhall is the most respected HR & Headhunting Consultancy in the MENA Region.

With deep, extensive knowledge of HR & Recruiting in the region, Guildhall has become a trusted partner of choice for candidates and clients. Starting from an exclusive recruitment agency in Dubai - UAE, Guildhall has grown into an elite service with the ability to cover vacancies in across MENA and Asia-pacific.

Offering tailored Career Sessions and an innovative industry-first membership program designed to save money on core services.

Guildhall is the partner of choice.