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Search Consultant jobs are open across executive search, staffing, retained search, and talent advisory firms, from junior researcher to managing director, with specializations in technology, finance, and life sciences placements. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Overview
Jackson Physician Search is a leader in the permanent recruitment of physicians and advanced practice providers to hospitals and health systems across the United States. We have been recognized for our track record of results built on our clients’ trust in the talent of our team and the transparency of our process and fee structure. Joining our team means you’ll be working with our clients to continue our mission of bringing physicians and healthcare organizations together to improve the lives of patients, families, and communities. As one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work in Healthcare, we attract and retain the most talented and motivated recruitment professionals in the industry. Jackson Physician Search is part of the growing family of Jackson Healthcare companies.
Our Values:
- Others First- Others Before Self
- Wisdom- Do the Wise Thing
- Growth- Keep Getting Better
Essential Functions & Basic Duties:
- Match providers with healthcare facilities on the basis of qualifications, culture fit, career aspirations, and other information that is important to both providers and healthcare facilities.
- Consult clients on market compensation and other variables to help them attract candidates and fill their staffing needs.
- Use creativity to create effective job advertisements for open opportunities and update job advertisements on a regular basis.
- Meet with clients in person at the client’s facility to solicit and compile information regarding search(es) for personal clients and team members’ clients.
- Contact providers to proactively source viable candidates.
- Conduct thorough screening of candidates with attention to detail and prompt follow up.
- Collaborate with clients to create effective onsite interview itineraries.
- Assist provider candidates with booking travel arrangements as needed.
- Offer, negotiate, and close offers of employment to provider candidates on behalf of clients.
- Achieve personal productivity goals and metrics.
- Update the internal client and provider database with recruitment-related activity.
- Oversee and manage the credentials and availability of physician candidates.
Qualifications - Education, Work Experience, Certifications:
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- 2+ years of successful healthcare recruiting, internal or external recruiting experience, or similar staffing industry experience
- Stable employment history with verifiable references.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Professionalism and confidence to effectively communicate with medical professionals and hospital executives.
- Interpersonal, strategic communication, and relationship-building skills a must.
- Ability to produce results in a high-pressure, time-sensitive, deadline-driven environment.
- Ability to communicate clearly in written and verbal form.
- Ability to accurately project individual performance.
- Ability to engage in sustained concentration.
- Ability to travel independently required.
- Ability to exercise judgment within defined procedures for best results.
- Strong organizational and computer skills required; proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Ability to build and maintain business relationships with clients.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Ability to multitask and complete work while traveling.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Organized with attention to detail.
Travel Requirements & Working Conditions:
- Up to 30% travel required.
- Full-time position. Responsibilities may require adjustment to work schedule such as evenings/weekend hours to meet productivity goals as needed.
- Communicate clearly and accurately with colleagues, partners, speakers, and clients, in person, by phone, by video, and in writing.
- Regular presence in office is required. A hybrid work schedule is available, requiring a minimum of 4 days in the office, possibly more depending on performance per company policy.
- Must be able to review emails, web pages, reports, resumes, CVs, presentations, and other items or people either virtually or in person up to 8 hours per day.
- Exercise independent judgment and make decisions with limited standardization.
- Speaking, reading, writing, and ability to use a telephone and computer
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Ability to multitask in a time-sensitive environment.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Compensation Structure: Base Salary + Uncapped Commission Plan
Base Salary Range: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00
Why You’ll Love It Here:
Named a Top 100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare annually since 2016, Jackson Physician Search offers a collaborative, high-performing culture that rewards initiative, growth, and success. As part of the Jackson Healthcare family of companies, you’ll be joining one of the nation’s largest healthcare staffing organizations, helping connect healthcare providers with facilities that serve millions of patients nationwide.
- Established Career Paths with Uncapped Earning Potential
- President’s Club Trips to locations like Croatia, Greece, France, Ireland, Italy, etc.
- Health & Wellness benefits including a Wellness Program, 401k with Company Match, etc.
- Volunteer Opportunities & Charitable Match Programs
- Kickoff and Mid-Year Events
Our Values:
- Growth – Keep Getting Better
- Others First – Others Before Self
- Wisdom – Do the Wise Thing
DISCLOSURES
Smoking/vaping and the use of tobacco products are prohibited on all Company premises, including indoor and outdoor areas, parking lots, and Company-owned vehicles.
As part of our employment process, candidates who receive a conditional offer may be required to undergo pre-employment drug testing.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law.
Overview
Jackson Physician Search is a leader in the permanent recruitment of physicians and advanced practice providers to hospitals and health systems across the United States. We have been recognized for our track record of results built on our clients’ trust in the talent of our team and the transparency of our process and fee structure. Joining our team means you’ll be working with our clients to continue our mission of bringing physicians and healthcare organizations together to improve the lives of patients, families, and communities. As one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work in Healthcare, we attract and retain the most talented and motivated recruitment professionals in the industry. Jackson Physician Search is part of the growing family of Jackson Healthcare companies.
Our Values:
- Others First- Others Before Self
- Wisdom- Do the Wise Thing
- Growth- Keep Getting Better
Essential Functions & Basic Duties:
- Match providers with healthcare facilities on the basis of qualifications, culture fit, career aspirations, and other information that is important to both providers and healthcare facilities.
- Consult clients on market compensation and other variables to help them attract candidates and fill their staffing needs.
- Use creativity to create effective job advertisements for open opportunities and update job advertisements on a regular basis.
- Meet with clients in person at the client’s facility to solicit and compile information regarding search(es) for personal clients and team members’ clients.
- Contact providers to proactively source viable candidates.
- Conduct thorough screening of candidates with attention to detail and prompt follow up.
- Collaborate with clients to create effective onsite interview itineraries.
- Assist provider candidates with booking travel arrangements as needed.
- Offer, negotiate, and close offers of employment to provider candidates on behalf of clients.
- Achieve personal productivity goals and metrics.
- Update the internal client and provider database with recruitment-related activity.
- Oversee and manage the credentials and availability of physician candidates.
Qualifications - Education, Work Experience, Certifications:
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- 2+ years of successful healthcare recruiting, internal or external recruiting experience, or similar staffing industry experience
- Stable employment history with verifiable references.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Professionalism and confidence to effectively communicate with medical professionals and hospital executives.
- Interpersonal, strategic communication, and relationship-building skills a must.
- Ability to produce results in a high-pressure, time-sensitive, deadline-driven environment.
- Ability to communicate clearly in written and verbal form.
- Ability to accurately project individual performance.
- Ability to engage in sustained concentration.
- Ability to travel independently required.
- Ability to exercise judgment within defined procedures for best results.
- Strong organizational and computer skills required; proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Ability to build and maintain business relationships with clients.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Ability to multitask and complete work while traveling.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Organized with attention to detail.
Travel Requirements & Working Conditions:
- Up to 30% travel required.
- Full-time position. Responsibilities may require adjustment to work schedule such as evenings/weekend hours to meet productivity goals as needed.
- Communicate clearly and accurately with colleagues, partners, speakers, and clients, in person, by phone, by video, and in writing.
- Regular presence in office is required. A hybrid work schedule is available, requiring a minimum of 4 days in the office, possibly more depending on performance per company policy.
- Must be able to review emails, web pages, reports, resumes, CVs, presentations, and other items or people either virtually or in person up to 8 hours per day.
- Exercise independent judgment and make decisions with limited standardization.
- Speaking, reading, writing, and ability to use a telephone and computer
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Ability to multitask in a time-sensitive environment.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Compensation Structure: Base Salary + Uncapped Commission Plan
Base Salary Range: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00
Why You’ll Love It Here:
Named a Top 100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare annually since 2016, Jackson Physician Search offers a collaborative, high-performing culture that rewards initiative, growth, and success. As part of the Jackson Healthcare family of companies, you’ll be joining one of the nation’s largest healthcare staffing organizations, helping connect healthcare providers with facilities that serve millions of patients nationwide.
- Established Career Paths with Uncapped Earning Potential
- President’s Club Trips to locations like Croatia, Greece, France, Ireland, Italy, etc.
- Health & Wellness benefits including a Wellness Program, 401k with Company Match, etc.
- Volunteer Opportunities & Charitable Match Programs
- Kickoff and Mid-Year Events
Our Values:
- Growth – Keep Getting Better
- Others First – Others Before Self
- Wisdom – Do the Wise Thing
DISCLOSURES
Smoking/vaping and the use of tobacco products are prohibited on all Company premises, including indoor and outdoor areas, parking lots, and Company-owned vehicles.
As part of our employment process, candidates who receive a conditional offer may be required to undergo pre-employment drug testing.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in search consultant jobs.
- 2 or more years of full-cycle recruiting or executive search experience
- Demonstrated ability to source and qualify candidates for professional or leadership roles
- Experience managing client relationships and presenting shortlists to hiring managers
- Proficiency with applicant tracking systems and candidate relationship management tools
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for client-facing work
- Bachelor's degree in business, human resources, communications, or a related field
Tips for Your Search Consultant Job Search
Quantify your placement and billing results
Search consultant resumes that convert show concrete outcomes: placements made, roles closed within target timelines, and revenue attributed to your desk. Hiring managers in this field read numbers before they read anything else, so front-load them in your bullets.
Tailor your niche clearly on every application
Firms hiring search consultants want someone who already speaks their market. If you work in retained healthcare or contingency tech, say that explicitly in your summary and cover note. Generalist language signals inexperience, even when your record is strong.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists search consultant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Research the firm's business model before interviewing
Know whether the firm runs retained, contingency, or hybrid mandates before your first call. Interviewers test whether you understand the difference in client relationships and fee structures, and candidates who conflate the two models rarely advance.
Prepare a client development narrative for every interview
Most search consultant interviews include a business development component. Have a clear story about how you've identified, approached, and converted new clients or expanded existing accounts, even if business development was only part of your previous role.
Negotiate against a full-year compensation picture
Search consultant offers often mix base salary, draw against commission, and bonus structures. Before accepting, map out what on-target earnings look like at twelve months, what the ramp period covers, and when commission payments actually clear.
Search Consultant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most search consultants?
The most active employers for search consultants right now are Jackson Healthcare, Cesna Recruitment, and Chartis Interactive, and the most openings are in New Jersey, Texas, and Colorado, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is consistent across both boutique retained firms and large contingency staffing organizations.
How many search consultant jobs are remote?
About 92% of search consultant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the shift toward distributed delivery models in professional staffing. Research-focused and sourcing-heavy roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while client-facing senior consultant and partner roles more often require in-office or on-site presence.
How do you become a search consultant?
Most search consultants start in a junior researcher or talent sourcing role at a staffing or executive search firm, learning to map markets and qualify candidates before taking on client contact. Building a defined niche, developing business development habits early, and moving from contingency into retained search over time are the most common paths to a full consultant seat.
Can I get hired as a search consultant with little or no experience?
Some firms hire researchers or associate consultants with no prior search experience if you can demonstrate strong communication skills, comfort with outbound outreach, and genuine interest in a specific industry vertical. Boutique firms in niche markets are often more open to developing junior talent than large generalist staffing companies, making them a practical entry point.
What does the search consultant interview process look like?
Most search consultant interviews include a screening call focused on your background and niche knowledge, followed by a competency interview covering candidate sourcing, client management, and business development experience. Many firms also include a role-play exercise where you pitch a candidate to a mock client or cold-call a prospective client, so prepare for a practical assessment alongside the conversation.
Where can I find and apply to search consultant jobs?
You can find and apply to search consultant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles that match your niche and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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