About Exec Capital
Exec Capital is a London-based boutique executive recruitment agency operating UK-wide and internationally. Specialising in senior C-suite and executive placements—across sectors such as tech, fintech, e-commerce, financial services, and facilities management—the firm combines deep industry insight with a streamlined, 360-degree recruitment model
In response to growing demand, Exec Capital has extended its fractional recruitment offering to include not only part-time CEOs but also other C-suite roles like CFOs, CMOs, COOs, CIOs, and more—available on flexible contracts from 1 to 4 days per week
Role Overview
In this part-time headhunter position, you’ll be embedded in the Cannock region, contributing on-site two days per week while collaborating with Exec Capital’s London team. Your focus: sourcing, assessing, and placing high-calibre fractional C-suite candidates for scaling companies and start-ups in Midlands and surrounding areas.
Key Responsibilities
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Proactively source and engage fractional C-suite candidates (e.g., CFO, COO, CIO, CMO, CEO) using networks, referrals, and direct sourcing.
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Assess candidates for strategic fit, leadership capabilities, and adaptability to fractional roles.
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Coordinate with London-based team: align on briefs, candidate shortlists, interviews, and placements.
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Help position Exec Capital’s fractional model as a flexible, cost-effective leadership solution—offering companies access to top-tier talent without long-term commitment EXEC Capital RecruitmentPR Fire.
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Build and nurture regional business relationships—start-ups, SMEs, investors—to uncover fractional hiring opportunities.
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Maintain meticulous candidate tracking, progress reporting, and recruitment documentation.
Requirements
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Demonstrable experience in executive search or recruitment, especially for senior or C-suite roles.
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Understanding of fractional employment dynamics and mindset, including trial-to-permanent transitions.
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Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and judgement in assessing executive-level candidates.
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Strong professional network within Midlands-based businesses or capability to build one quickly.
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Availability for two on-site days per week in Cannock, with flexibility for remote collaboration and occasional travel.
What Exec Capital Offers
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A meaningful, flexible part-time role influencing high-impact leadership recruitment.
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Exposure to a broad spectrum of fractional C-suite roles across industries.
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Support from a collaborative, expert-led team in a boutique executive recruitment setting.
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Competitive compensation, pro-rata for part-time engagement.
