Senior/Principal Executive Search Consultant

https://harrisandcorp.com/

Location: Dubai (will sponsor relocation from UK)

Market focus: North America, with the opportunity to expand to Middle East

Start: Q1 2026

Harris & Co is a fast-growing, global executive search and talent management firm, specialising in senior/executive-level placements across Construction, Life Sciences and Finance.

Since opening the Dubai branch at the start of 2025, their original headcount has increased by over 50%, bringing in several £1mil billers and making it one of the most successful teams to date.

This is an experienced (1+ years of 360 recruiting) role for someone who knows how to run a desk, build client relationships at a senior level, and deliver consistently on high-value mandates.

What we look for:

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• At least a year of 360 mid-level recruitment or executive search experience, preferably in international white collar markets, with proof of consistent billings
• Sharp commercial awareness with a strong track record in winning new business
• Resilient, proactive, and highly driven by achieving financial goals
• Confident in handling outbound calls and building strong, lasting client relationships
• A motivated self-starter who excels in fast-paced, high-performance collaborative environments

What to expect:

• Competitive base salary + uncapped commission up to 60%
• Work with some of the top leaders within US blue-chip companies
• Access to an established brand with start-up agility - make a direct impact without starting from scratch
• Real progression - Director level within 3 years
• Tailored training programs delivered by industry veterans
• 'First mover' advantage - opportunity to build your own desk if desired

Why Harris & Co DXB?

• Top performers earned £84k+ in a single month this year - tax free
• Quarterly bonuses + clear performance incentives
• Year round all-expenses-paid incentive trips (recently: Ibiza, Barcelona, Miami, Meribel)
• Michelin-star dinners, monthly rooftop socials, yacht rentals and more
• Full coverage of your relocation (from UK only), including visa costs and twice a year trips back home expensed
• Sunny weather all year round!