Senior Executive Search Consultant at Millar Cameron

About the Role

• Millar Cameron is seeking a Senior Consultant to join our International Development team in Nairobi, supporting organisations driving impact across climate, sustainability, trade, health, justice, job creation, food and agriculture.
• As a Senior Consultant, you’ll lead executive search assignments, manage client relationships, and support the continued growth of our presence in the International Development space.
• This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a background in executive search, HR or leadership consulting, or management consulting who is looking to work with purpose-led organisations on a truly global scale.

Responsibilities

Client, Account Management & Business Development

• Build and maintain trusted relationships with existing clients
• Identify opportunities to grow accounts and strengthen partnerships
• Act as a strategic advisor, offering insight into trends and talent needs
• New Business Origination, targeting new accounts, prospecting, and converting leads into partnerships.

Project Management & Delivery

• Lead retained search assignments end-to-end
• Coordinate resources, timelines, and delivery teams
• Manage candidate sourcing, evaluation, client presentation, interview process, and post-placement support

Internal Contribution & Mentorship

• Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to knowledge sharing
• Support internal improvement projects and promote a collaborative culture
• Use internal systems effectively to ensure data accuracy and process integrity

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you’ll likely have:

• Good understanding of the International Development sector, including key players, functions, and trends.
• Demonstrated experience in executive search/ talent consulting and a track record of successful project delivery.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with confidence in client-facing interactions.
• Strong organisational and project management capabilities.
• Commercial acumen, with the ability to identify opportunities and align solutions to client needs and budget.
• Proven track record in effective client management and relationship building.
• Relevant account management/ client relationship track record.

Preferred Skills

• Additional service delivery experience (e.g., consulting, professional services).
• Proficiency in French or other relevant languages.
• Experience in regions beyond Africa, broadening geographic expertise.