Director – Originating Leadership (Human Resources, Legal, Business Development)
Every Partner here produces $2M–$10M+ annually, leading board and C-suite searches across North America, EMEA, and APAC, with industry-leading payout levels.
$3M = $1.95M
$4M = $2.6M
$5M = $3.25M
The lowest producer last year billed $2.8M, taking home 65% – over $1.8M in personal earnings.
This firm is known for elite execution, data-driven precision, and a client-first philosophy that prioritizes excellence over volume.
Desired Expertise
CHRO and wider HR / Talent Functions
Legal – both R&C / In-house and Law Firm
Key Highlights
Top-end payout : $3M = $1.95M, $4M = $2.6M, $5M = $3.25M
Single P&L model – no internal competition, no geographic restrictions, no conflicts over ownership
Proprietary analytics & behavioural tools for precision fit at board and C-suite level
A holistic talent solutions ecosystem, supporting clients far beyond one search
About the Firm
The team is built around seasoned recruiting partners who bring functional-specialist knowledge (legal, risk & regulatory oversight, technology, life sciences) and who operate in a high-performance, collaborative culture that is widely recognised for its service quality and the depth of its candidate and client networks.
This is a collaborative, non-hierarchical environment where success is celebrated – if you are an experienced 7-figure producer who wants to excel in your craft without the bureaucratic constraints of larger firms, get in touch.
Position Details
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Human Resources, Legal, and Business Development
Industries
Staffing and Recruiting, Human Resources Services, and Legal Services
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