Associate Director - Private Equity - Next Step Talent

• RECRUITMENT OPPORTUINTY
• Role: Associate Director - Private Equity
• Location: New York City
• US Market
• Salary: $70 - 130,000

*This is NOT a talent acquisition opportunity. The opportunity is a full 360, senior-level billing position*

My client is at the forefront of the energy transition, specialising in clean energy solutions such as solar, wind, hydrogen, and carbon dioxide removal. With a primary focus on the US market and a diverse client base that includes infrastructure funds and independent power producers, they are solely committed to driving the clean energy transition. Their high-performance culture is characterised by ambition, a passion for the outdoors, and a dedication to excellence. Currently, the team consists of 9 talented individuals, they are poised for significant growth, aiming to double in size year-on-year. Excitingly, they plan to expand their presence with a new office the US, set to open in 2025. With significant fees and an untapped US market, if you are a senior billing leader, looking for a new and exciting challenge, this opportunity is for your future!

Responsibilities include

• Drive the development and expansion of the energy and infrastructure finance division in the US market
• New business and client development
• Managing the full recruitment cycle for all executive-level, permanent placements
• Negotiating both contingent and retained searches
• Once established, you will build your team out with a Senior and/or Principal level recruiter

You'll bring

• Passionate about the clean energy transition
• Expertise in energy or finance
• Permanent recruitment experience
• Established relationships with investors in the renewable energy sector; C-suite stakeholder management
• Understanding of funds and portfolio companies
• A top performer as a billing leader
• Previous leadership and mentorship experience
• Personality! A genuine, honest, and curious individual who adds energy to the working culture
• Comfortable working independently in a high-energy, mature environment

What's in it for you

• Substantial financial gains, an above-competitive base salary, and a commission scheme up to 40%
• You'll be joining a high-performing team, all generating at least $500 - $1,000,000 in revenue annually
• Financial stability with significant private investment, ensuring consistent and sustainable growth
• World-class tech stack; ATS and AI utilization

The Recruiting Process

1. An initial screening call with James at Next Step Talent
2. A video call with the co-founders
3. A stakeholder interview with team members
4. A final, in-person strategy session including market analysis and the development of a 24-month business plan
5. If successful during the strategy session and you align with the company vision, an offer will be extended

Ready to take your career to the next level, reach out to me directly and apply here.

james@nextsteptalent.co.uk

Next Step Talent specialises in connecting senior-level talent with top firms in the UK and US. We collaborate with a diverse range of organisations, from innovative start-ups to established multinational corporations, and are dedicated to fostering strong relationships with both our clients and candidates. Right from application through to your start date and on, we will support you on your journey.