Graduate Search Consultant

Seeking ambitious individuals for our September 2025 Associate Cohort. If you’re driven by merit over tenure, excited by challenges, and motivated by an earning potential that reflects your effort — welcome to Thurn Partners.

Who We Are

At Thurn Partners, we don’t just connect dots; we create connections that transform businesses. We are a specialist high-end search firm with a footprint across North America and Western Europe, focused on the Alternative Investment Management sector. Our mission is to unite the visionary leadership teams of hedge funds, trading firms, and alternative investment management businesses with the finest talent in investment, research, and technology.

Our approach combines innovative technology with a data-driven, systematic mindset. Collaboration is at the core of our culture, fostering an environment where ideas thrive and continuous improvement is a shared commitment.

Since our inception in December 2017, we’ve experienced extraordinary year-on-year growth driven by careful selection in hiring and client partnerships. We’re building multiple sector-aligned teams, expanding to New York, and diversifying markets. There has never been a better time to join us.

Role Overview

Dive into a dynamic, client-centric role where your primary objective is to bridge top-tier investment firms with industry-leading professionals across Europe and North America. Our Academy programme and Career Growth Framework are designed to transform you into an industry expert. With uncapped commission, earnings of £100k within 2–3 years are achievable, and some top performers exceed £300k.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with industry leaders to ensure precise matches for clients’ distinct roles.
• Employ lateral and innovative thinking; conduct deep company research to identify top talent.
• Blend research with personalised content and modern marketing strategies to spark conversations and convene the right people.
• Conduct in-person, phone, and video assessments to evaluate aptitude, experience, and fit against client expectations.
• Develop long-term, high-value professional relationships over time.

You will own your work from day one. You’ll have autonomy with strong leadership support, a clear progression path, and opportunities for accelerated growth.

Growth and Learning

• Build expertise in research, sales, strategic marketing, negotiation, and project management.
• Contribute to pivotal searches that shape the future of globally renowned investment firms.
• Thrive in an outcomes-driven, high-energy environment with tangible impact at every step.
• Join a collaborative team that celebrates wins, tackles challenges together, and learns collectively.

Candidate Profile

• Driven by Curiosity and Growth: You seek to expand your expertise, embrace challenges, and continuously evolve.
• Focused on Results: You set ambitious goals and deliver outcomes that make an impact.
• A Natural Connector: You communicate with clarity, build meaningful relationships, and foster collaboration.
• Aligned with Our Values: You bring energy and authenticity to a culture of teamwork, innovation, and collective growth.
• Ready to Make an Impact: You want to contribute to business growth and deliver tangible results.
• Future Leader: You demonstrate vision, initiative, and the ability to build trust and inspire teams.

Minimum Benchmarks

• Excellent command of the English language.
• Strong academics: 2.1 or higher, ideally in Business, Social Sciences, Economics, Humanities, or similar.
• 3–12 months of tangible professional experience.
• Evidence of leadership and/or standout extracurricular achievements.
• Availability to start a London-based full-time position from 2 September 2025.

Our Values

• Always Think Long Term.
• Work as a Team.
• Continually Improve.
• Be Accountable.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive starting salary of £26,000 per year. Promotion is based on development and output; upon promotion, base salary increases to £33,000.
• Uncapped commission; after ~12 months of strong performance, £100k total compensation is common. Top performers exceed £300k.
• Two annual incentive trips (winter and summer) for top performers.
• 25 days’ holiday plus UK bank holidays; accrue an extra day each year up to 30 days. Offices scale back for two weeks over Christmas without affecting holiday allowance.
• Wellness benefits including discounted gym memberships and access to mental health support via MYNDUP.
• Access to Healthshield (health cash plan for dental, optical, and wellness) after first promotion.
• Three-month paid sabbatical every five years of service.
• Regular company-hosted social events.
• Family-friendly policies: 6 months full-pay maternity leave and 4 weeks full-pay partner leave.
• Opportunities to meet international clients in Europe and the US.
• State-of-the-art office designed for comfort, creativity, and collaboration with complimentary breakfast, snacks, drinks, and gourmet coffee from an in-house barista.

Interview Process

• Online Screening Interview (30 minutes): An introduction to you and to us.
• Off-Site Case Study (2 hours): Experience a component of the role and showcase your approach.
• Case Study Debrief Call (60 minutes): Discuss your thinking and meet more of the team.
• Final On-Site Interview & Presentation (2 hours): Meet additional team members, explore fit, and ask questions.

Work Environment

• We are growing our team but do not currently sponsor visas.
• Core hours are 08:30–18:00; collaboration with international clients may require flexibility beyond conventional hours.
• We value in-office collaboration: 4–5 days per week in the office is encouraged for learning and growth. After probation, occasional remote work is available for travel or personal needs.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We celebrate diversity and believe it fuels innovation. Every individual’s unique strengths and experiences are valued. We are committed to an environment where everyone feels safe, respected, and empowered to grow. If you require any adjustments for interviews or to thrive with us, please let us know—your comfort and success matter.