Founding Associate

Kayak is looking for a Founding Associate to establish a new business line within our organisation: KayakX. This is an independent venture with the ambition to grow into a leading executive search firm in the Netherlands, and within five years, across Western Europe. You will be the driving force behind this growth. You will have the freedom and responsibility to realise this vision.

Hi! I am Ruben Verkuijl, recruiter at Kayak and I will help you with this vacancy. Apply and I'll get to work for you!

About this role

In this role, you will launch an executive search practice with the support of Kayak. You will have access to our infrastructure and expertise, allowing you to get started immediately. But most importantly? You will be in the lead. With your energy, entrepreneurial spirit, and sharp commercial insight, you will develop a strong strategy and lead the business towards growth.

You will be responsible for setting the course, acquiring assignments and clients, guiding candidates, and building a successful team. This requires someone who is not only commercially strong but also has the drive to excel and seize opportunities. You will work closely with founder Ruben Verkuijl, who will support you. However, you will be the one setting the direction and ultimately responsible for results and growth.

Your profile

You are full of energy and have a contagiously positive attitude. You have a clear vision of what is needed for a close-knit and successful culture. Building and achieving results brings you fulfilment.

Additionally:

You have proven experience in successfully building, expanding, and/or running an executive search practice.
You are entrepreneurial: you think in terms of opportunities and have the ability to convert these into concrete results.
You have an extensive, powerful, and excellent network and possess the commercial insight to attract clients.
You have an optimistic and infectious energy with which you inspire and motivate others.

Your benefits

A unique opportunity to establish your own venture within an established organisation.
Full freedom to lead and grow the business line.
The opportunity to participate in the success of this enterprise.
An inspiring and supportive work environment.
Collaboration with a driven and experienced team in a close-knit, informal atmosphere.

Does this challenge appeal to you? We are curious to hear your story. You are warmly welcome to join us for a cup of coffee or tea at our office in Amsterdam. Let’s meet and discuss the possibilities. Come and help build the future of KayakX.

Got excited? Respond and I, Ruben Verkuijl recruiter at Kayak, will start working for you right away!

Your career in 5 steps

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Apply right away
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2
Get to know eachother
During our introductory meeting, we dive into your motives, fascinations and ambitions.
3
The best choice
Based on our conversations, we make an inventory of all options and determine together which assignment suits you best.
4
Your first assignment
Have you been hired on an assignment? Amazing! You can get to work immediately. We take care of your payslips and the rest.
5
Continue to grow
After a successful assignment, we are ready to guide you to the next challenge. In need of something different? We like to think along with you.

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