Graduate Recruitment Consultant - New York

2026 Graduate opportunity with Finatal - New York.

Finatal are a leading executive search business specifically focused on Private Equity searches across North America. We are market experts placing c-suite talent into funds and portfolio companies, we partner with businesses at all stages of the investment cycle to build successful leadership teams.

~ Compensation: Competitive basic + quarterly commission

~ Start: August/September 2026

~ Sector: Executive Search - Private Equity

~ Location: Midtown Manhattan, 4 days weekly in office

What does the role involve?

This role sits on the Interim Practice, you will work closely with the Partner of this practice to execute technology, operations and data mandates. This is a fantastic platform to learn & work closely with clients & candidates across the Private Equity landscape.

Candidate Management:

• Proactively engage with CTOs, Heads of Data, Chief of Staff at private equity firms and their portfolio companies.


• Build and manage a high-caliber network of c-suite professionals on an interim and perm basis.


• Source talent using a mix of platforms – LinkedIn, job boards, our CRM, networking, and direct outreach.


• Conduct initial candidate screening calls, as well as follow up meetings (face to face and virtual) to understand each candidate’s experience.


• Match top candidates with the right opportunities, ensuring both technical fit and cultural alignment.

Business Development:

• Building relationships with founders, senior executives, and investors to understand their hiring needs and their wider strategy


• Negotiating offers and supporting successful placements.


• Supporting senior consultants on client meetings and business development initiatives.


• Become a trusted advisor, helping clients make informed hiring decisions that support their growth.

What are we looking for in an ideal candidate?

• You will be a 2026 Graduate and looking to step into an executive search role.


• Experience in a client facing role is desirable, we're looking for someone confident engaging with senior clients.


• You will be curious, and genuinely interested to deepen your understanding of Private Equity.


• A high-achiever with a strong work ethic and goal-oriented mindset


• Thrives in a fast-paced, target-driven environment


• Must be able to commute to our Manhattan office 4 days/week

Why join Finatal?

• We are market leading specialist Private Equity recruitment consultancy, and have achieved a record breaking year to date, with very strong performance.


• You will be working with specialist recruiters and learning from some of the best in the Private Equity market.


• Competitive base and quarterly commission, uncapped OTE potential.


• We have excellent training and onboarding for you, we ensure you have all the materials to start earning as quickly as possible.


• High performing, dynamic and team based culture.


• Top achievers incentives, including Austin, Mallorca 2026.

Interview Process:

• First stage phone interview with Head of Talent


• Online Assessment


• Online interview with the Partner


• In-person interview & presentation with MD, Partner, and opportunity to meet wider team.


• Offer presented

Click apply now, if you would like to hear more!