Associate Director, Reward & Analytics

About Catalyst

Catalyst Partners are global change-makers on a mission to change the HR recruitment industry.

People are key to our business. Our expert teams based across London and the USA serve multiple specialisms and understand the unique nuances of the industry. We provide the best HR talent solutions on a global scale that improve the structures, systems, and skills of the businesses we partner with.

When you join Catalyst Partners, you’ll join a team leading an HR recruitment revolution. You'll have the opportunity to work with a network of innovative global companies and the most ambitious talent who are fans, not customers .

About the Team

Our Reward team are experts in placing Reward and People Analytics professionals from Analysts through to Directors and Heads of Reward. Our team of two (soon to be three), led by market leader Lucy Bills, possesses a strong network and track record within Financial Services. We deliver searches on a retained and exclusive contingent basis to an impressive client base.

We’re seeking a visionary senior recruiter to expand our Reward & People Analytics practice. This is a strategic role for a seasoned recruiter who thrives in a high-growth, entrepreneurial environment and is ready to shape the future of HR recruitment.

We're an entrepreneurial start-up, meaning we have the agility and opportunity for our people to develop their specialism and growth potential is un-capped. For a young business, we have a lot of experience—our leadership team has decades of combined expertise, and there is a wealth of knowledge to learn from.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Development: Cultivate senior-level relationships and deliver retained and exclusive search solutions
• Market Expansion: Leverage your network to grow our footprint across Financial Services and C&I
• Thought Leadership: Represent Catalyst at industry events and contribute to our brand presence
• Operational Excellence: Champion best practices, data-driven recruitment, and continuous improvement

Who You Are

• A senior recruiter with a proven track record in Reward, People Analytics, or broader HR recruitment
• Alternatively, an Associate Director-level or above recruiter from Accounting & Finance or C&I with a desire to specialise in HR
• With lots of scope for growth, we'd be keen to speak to experienced candidates with either perm or interim recruitment skillsets. There is an opportunity to take a lead on the team's interim offering and shape its future
• A strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen and leadership experience
• A values-driven professional who thrives in a collaborative, high-performance culture
• Experienced in 360 recruitment or executive search within an agency setting

What You’ll Get

• A leadership role with real influence and autonomy
• Competitive salary, accelerated first year commission structure (up to 50%), and equity potential
• Personalised training and development from our in-house Performance & Development team
• Private healthcare, wellness support, and discounted gym membership
• Incentives including high-achievers lunches and international travel
• A vibrant, inclusive culture with regular socials and team events
• International secondment and relocation opportunities across our global offices

With global offices across the Kernel network in London, Hong Kong, New York and Charlotte , we can also offer international secondment and relocation opportunities. We have lots of examples of our business leaders across the globe who started their careers with us in another office!

We learn best when we're together and value collaboration and in-person interactions with candidates, clients, and each other. To reflect this, we promote (and enjoy!) working from the office, however, we also offer flexible arrangements and have the option to work from home one day a week.

Equal Opportunities Statement

At Kernel, we know that high achievers come from all walks of life. Diversity is important to us, and we are committed to providing equal opportunities for all of our candidates.