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150000.00 - 175000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

The Managing Director (MD) will lead executive search and consulting engagements, representing DSG Global with excellence and impact. This role demands an entrepreneurial, client-first mindset, strong business development acumen, and the ability to partner effectively with CEOs, Boards, and Leadership Teams to deliver high-value outcomes. The MD will drive growth by securing and closing mandates, building lasting client relationships, and delivering with precision and quality. A proven leader in business development and project execution, the MD combines exceptional communication skills with the ability to inspire teams, manage complex engagements, and cultivate long-term partnerships that fuel sustained success.

Job Responsibility:

Drive strategy to cultivate new clients and meet ambitious business development goals
Monitor market, client, and competitor trends to inform firm strategy and advise leadership
Collaborate with MD peers on strategic priorities, service innovation, and operational efficiency
Identify and cultivate internal talent for MD and Associate roles
Elevate the firm’s brand through exceptional client service, thought leadership, and industry presence
Deliver a minimum of $1M in annual sales
Leverage networks, referrals, and client relationships to generate new opportunities
Build and sustain trusted client partnerships
play a key role in closing strategic deals
Travel for in-person meetings to deepen relationships
Provide consultative guidance on executive hiring and organizational development
Lead a portfolio of client engagements in a complex, matrixed environment
Set clear expectations and guide Associates, Coordinators, and Researchers to ensure quality deliverables
Oversee accurate forecasting, pipeline tracking, and client data management
Consistently meet or exceed performance benchmarks for quality and efficiency

Requirements:

10–15 years in executive search, talent consulting, or related fields with proven success in leadership, client engagement, and business development
Deep expertise in the nonprofit and social impact sectors
Skilled in advising organizations on executive recruitment, leadership development, succession, and organizational design
Strong commercial acumen with a record of revenue growth and value-added solutions
Entrepreneurial, self-motivated, and adept at managing multiple complex projects
Experienced leader with a track record of building and motivating high-performing teams
Trusted advisor to C-suite executives, with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
Flexible, detail-oriented, and effective in fast-paced environments

Nice to have:

Preferred direct experience with associations and professional societies, including typical governance models (501(c)(6) with affiliated 501(c)(3), member value propositions, chapters/sections, certification/credentialing, meetings/events, and policy/advocacy adjacencies)
Ideal candidates will bring experience in the Nonprofit Association space

What we offer:

medical
dental
vision
401k match
PTO (including sabbatical and parental leave)
disability
life insurance
FSA

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 08, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Remote work

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