Job description

An introduction to OJ

At Oliver James people are our strength, they are our competitive edge and the key to our success and the service we provide.

When you join OJ, you enter an environment where your career progression is taken seriously. From day one, our global People and Performance team will work with you to build your confidence and knowledge through a tailored training programme, and this remains the case at every stage of your career.

We provide you with the platform to perform to the best of your ability and continuously develop. You have the authority and accountability to be responsible for the speed and success of your own career progression and development through a transparent\ promotion pathway, providing you with a clear route to progress.

Every team at OJ is made of individuals with unique strengths, so we provide an inclusive work culture that is collaborative and committed to a collective vision. You will work with some of the most talent professionals and will be supported by investment in the world's most innovative tools and OJ's agile working environment.

We work hard, are ambitious, but most importantly, we celebrate success and love what we do! If you have the drive to be the best at what you do, you can expect high levels of trust and support in return. Wherever you want your career to go, OJ will provide you with the platform to take your career to the next level.

About the role

This position is for a Senior Consultant working at our Milan office, focusing on permanent recruitment in a 360-degree role for the Asset Management & Investment Banking desk.

Key responsibilities

• Identifying suitable candidates through multiple innovative channels.
• Consulting candidates and clients through often complex and large recruitment processes.
• Oversee a portfolio of Italian based clients, analyzing their upcoming projects and resourcing needs.
• Developing long-term relationships for repeat business.
• As a specialist within your recruitment market, you are on top of your game with your knowledge regarding our clients and the market you work in.

About you

• Minimum of 1 year experience working in a recruitment environment or sales role that is comparable to a consulting environment.
• Some experience in a business development role.
• Native Italian and upper/fluent in English is required.
• You know exactly how to connect with new contacts and can build rapport for the short and long term.
• You are a creative business developer.
• You never give up, always seek new opportunities, and strive for continuous improvement in everything you do.
• Nice to have passion and interest in the world of Finance and Investments, prior work experience in this field is a strong plus.

What we offer

• Transparent promotion pathway at every level
• Excellent and competitive benefits
• Tailored training at every level
• Festive close-down + holiday allowance
• Monthly OJ get togethers
• Annual company events
• Extended lunch break for gym-goers