Director / Senior Director

Makana Partners is seeking high-achieving Executive Search Consultants to fuel our continued growth. We're not just about filling roles; we're about driving strategic talent acquisition that transforms businesses. If you're a proactive problem-solver with a passion for connecting top-tier talent with industry leaders, we want you.

Your Mission: To Exceed Expectations.

As a Search Consultant, you'll be a strategic partner to our dynamic multinational clients, delivering high-impact, consultative executive search services. You'll leverage your expertise to build a powerful professional profile, showcasing your thought leadership through compelling content and strategic networking.

What We Empower You With:

• Performance-Based Rewards: Competitive compensation that directly reflects your contributions and achievements.
• Accelerated Career Growth: Opportunities to rapidly expand your skills and advance your career.
• A Culture of Achievement: A supportive, inclusive environment where results are recognized and celebrated.
• Global Reach, Maximum Flexibility: As long as you’re delivering results, there’s freedom to work remotely from anywhere, or from our Japan offices, with a focus on work-life integration.
• Cutting-Edge Tools and Technology: Access to innovative technology that maximizes efficiency and drives success.

Your Impact: Key Responsibilities.

• Drive Business Growth: Proactively develop and cultivate long-term, high-value client relationships.
• Deliver Strategic Talent Solutions: Act as a trusted advisor, providing expert consultative executive search services.
• Build a Robust Pipeline: Proactively identify and secure new business opportunities, contributing to winning proposals and pitches.
• Execute Complex Searches: Manage full end-to-end search delivery, ensuring exceptional results on high-value projects (12M-50M+ JPY).
• Master Talent Sourcing: Demonstrate exceptional LinkedIn research and sourcing skills to identify top-tier candidates.
• Establish Thought Leadership: Create impactful thought leadership articles and client presentations.
• Optimize for Efficiency: Embrace technology and collaboration to consistently exceed daily goals.
• Contribute to Strategic Planning: Actively participate in team meetings and forecasting calls.

Your Arsenal: Qualifications and Experience.

• Degree qualification required.
• Proven track record in executive search.
• Strong business acumen and deep understanding of industry trends.
• Exceptional talent identification and assessment skills.
• Superior project management and organizational abilities.
• Proficiency in LinkedIn, G Suite, CRM software, and online databases.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Japanese communication skills (preferred).
• IT, marketing, or project management experience (preferred).

Your Drive: Personal Attributes.

• Relentless Drive and Achievement Orientation: You thrive in a fast-paced environment and consistently exceed expectations.
• Strategic Relationship Builder: You cultivate strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Collaborative and Resilient: You're a team player with an optimistic and resilient approach.
• Customer-Centric and Results-Focused: You're passionate about delivering exceptional results for clients.
• Commitment to Growth: You're dedicated to continuous personal and professional development.
• Impact-Driven: You align with our values and are committed to making a positive impact.

Join Our Elite Executive Search Team and Drive the Future of Talent Acquisition.