(Senior) Associate - Executive Search - Financial Services

(Senior) Associate - Executive Search - Financial ServicesRequisition ID26012CountryNetherlandsLocation typeOnsiteState / ProvinceAmsterdamCityAmsterdamAbout UsKorn Ferry is a global consulting firm that powers performance. We unlock the potential in your people and unleash transformation across your business - synchronizing strategy, operations, and talent to accelerate performance, fuel growth, and inspire a legacy of change. That's why the world's most forward-thinking companies across every major industry turn to us - for a shared commitment to lasting impact and the bold ambition to Be More Than.Headquartered in Los Angeles, our over 9,000 colleagues globally serve clients in more than 50 countries. We offer five core capabilities that span the full talent lifecycle:Organizational StrategyAssessment and SuccessionTalent AcquisitionLeadership DevelopmentRewards and BenefitsJob descriptionThe opportunityKorn Ferry's Talent Acquisition solutions include Executive Search, Professional Search, and Recruitment Process Outsourcing. This role sits within Executive Search, where we support organisations in identifying and attracting senior leaders, C‐suite executives, and Board members who make a real difference.Korn Ferry is consistently recognised as the world's leading executive search firm. Most recently, Forbes once again ranked Korn Ferry as the number one Executive Search firm, reflecting our long‐standing reputation for quality, integrity, and trusted client relationships at the most senior levels.From our Amsterdam office, you will work in a diverse, collaborative, and international environment. You will be involved in local, regional, and global executive search assignments, working closely with colleagues across EMEA and beyond.Within Executive Search, Korn Ferry continues to deepen its industry and functional expertise, with Financial Services as a key focus area. This role plays an important part in delivering high‐quality search work, building market knowledge, and developing long‐term relationships with both clients and candidates.We strongly believe in developing our own talent. Many Associate vacancies arise because Senior Associates progress into Principal roles.The roleAs an Associate or Senior Associate within Financial Services Executive Search, you are a core member of the engagement team. You support the full search lifecycle, from market mapping and candidate identification through to assessment, client delivery, and business development support.You work closely with Consultants and other search professionals and contribute directly to the quality and success of each assignment.Key responsibilitiesYour responsibilities focus on strong execution, sound judgment, and high‐quality market insight.Supporting the execution of executive search engagements from start to finishManaging key stages of the search process to ensure consistently high standards of deliveryIdentifying, qualifying, and developing senior candidate pipelines within Financial ServicesEngaging with candidates in a professional and credible manner, acting as a strong ambassador for Korn FerryMaintaining accurate and high‐quality market, client, and candidate information in Korn Ferry systemsContributing market insight and intelligence to Consultants and engagement teamsIdentifying potential business development opportunities through search execution and sharing these with ConsultantsSupporting the preparation of client‐facing documentation and presentationsDevelopment and progression at Korn FerryThe Associate and Senior Associate role at Korn Ferry is intentionally designed as a developmental position with a clear and transparent career path.As you build experience and capability, your level of responsibility increases over time.At Associate level, you focus on developing strong foundations in research, market mapping, candidate identification, and search execution.As a Senior Associate, you take greater ownership of assignments, candidate management, and direct interaction with clients.High‐performing Senior Associates progress to Principal level, where they take on commercial responsibility and lead client relationships.Throughout your development, you receive on‐the‐job learning, regular feedback, and exposure to senior colleagues, complex searches, and international collaboration.What we offer our AssociatesAt Korn Ferry, Associates are viewed as future leaders of the firm.You can expect:Direct exposure to senior executives, C‐suite leaders, and Boards within Financial ServicesMeaningful responsibility within search teams, rather than purely task‐based workCollaboration with colleagues across EMEA and participation in international assignmentsClear development and promotion pathways, based on performance and capabilityA professional, collaborative, and low‐ego culture focused on quality and long‐term relationshipsStrong learning and development support, including exposure to Korn Ferry's assessment and talent methodologiesThe opportunity to build deep and lasting expertise within Financial Services Executive SearchThe successful candidateYou are motivated, intellectually curious, and comfortable working in a high‐quality professional services environment.You bring:Executive search experience within Financial Services or a closely related sectorStrong written and verbal communication skills, with confidence interacting with senior professionalsThe ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectivelyA proactive, detail‐oriented, and quality‐driven approachSound judgment, professional integrity, and strong interpersonal skillsComfort working independently as well as collaboratively within a teamThe ambition to build a long‐term career in executive searchEducation and skillsAn undergraduate degree or equivalent experience is requiredAn MBA or other advanced degree is an advantageStrong research, analytical, and organisational skillsConfidence working in an international environmentFluent in English; Dutch is an advantageAre you ready to Be More Than?Korn Ferry helps organisations align talent and strategy to drive real performance.We offer an environment where people are supported, ideas are valued, and quality is recognised.At Korn Ferry, talent thrives. So can you.Korn Ferry may use AI as part of its recruitment process, but all hiring decisions are made by humans.Internal Mobility at Korn FerryIf you currently work for Korn Ferry or one of our affiliates, you must be eligible to