Search Consultant (Technical and/or Executive)

Location: (Remote) Anywhere in Canada

Contract Type: Contract-to-Permanent

About Us

Berkner Group is one of the fastest-growing, most highly regarded recruiting firms in the Cleantech space. We help build winning teams for innovative, mission-driven companies, specifically in the Renewable Energy, Electric Mobility, Energy Efficiency, Advanced Energy Storage, GridTech, Low-Carbon Fuels & Cement, Hydrogen, Industrial Biotech & Green Chemistry, Carbon Removal, Sustainable AgTech & FoodTech, Circular Economy & Advanced Materials, Robotics & Autonomy, and other emerging Climate Technologies.

We strive to embody innovation, integrity, effectiveness, and enjoyment in everything we do! All of our work is retained, so we operate as an extension of our client's teams and we develop close, collegial working relationships with the brilliant technologists, executives, and investors we serve.

By finding and recruiting world-class, emotionally intelligent engineers and executives for mission-driven, high-impact companies, we're enjoying interesting, challenging work while helping to make the world more sustainable and healthy.

We're based just north of San Francisco but are a permanently remote team and we are looking to add to our team in Canada.

About the Role

As a Search Consultant, you will lead and execute retained searches by deeply understanding client objectives, quickly grasping emerging technologies, and assessing talent through a curiosity-driven interviewing approach. You’ll collaborate directly with clients, build trusted relationships with candidates, and work hand-in-hand with our research and administrative teams to deliver a seamless and thoughtful search experience.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a remote setting, values clear communication, and enjoys contributing to a positive, collaborative team dynamic.

What You’ll Be Doing

Partnering directly with clients to understand their hiring needs and maintain an ongoing, collaborative relationship
Interviewing and evaluating candidates using a thoughtful, curiosity-driven approach
Guiding and supporting research teams in sourcing top-tier candidates
Preparing high-quality candidate submission reports for clients
Assisting clients with offer development and negotiation
Quickly learning and understanding clients’ emerging technologies across the Climate Tech and Deep Tech sectors
Representing Berkner Group with professionalism, empathy, and clear communication

What We’re Looking For

A strong academic background (BS, MS, MBA, or PhD) paired with experience in executive recruiting or a relevant business field (e.g., operations, HR, sales, business development, nonprofit development)
Experience in one or more sectors we cover, such as Renewable Energy, Electric Mobility, Energy Efficiency, Advanced Energy Storage, GridTech, Low-Carbon Fuels & Cement, Hydrogen, Industrial Biotech & Green Chemistry, Carbon Removal, Sustainable AgTech & FoodTech, Circular Economy & Advanced Materials, Robotics & Autonomy, and other emerging Climate Technologies.
Experience working with startups, whether in-house or via an agency
Ability to quickly understand new and innovative technologies
Strong written and verbal communication skills
A positive, team-oriented mindset with the ability to balance urgency and diplomacy
High energy, a strong work ethic, and enthusiasm for recruiting
Comfort working in a remote environment
The ability to maintain at least some overlap with Pacific Time hours
Authorization to work in Canada
A professional Zoom or virtual work environment
Excitement about joining a growing company with significant long-term career potential
A well-presented, clearly written professional profile

This is an internal position with The Berkner Group. If you were contacted by The Berkner Group, please reply to the person who contacted you. If you are applying to a job posting, please email your resume and a brief introduction to careers@berknergroup.com. Please include your name and the title for this position (“[Your name] — Berkner Group - Search Consultant - 4RRXW8V7”) in the subject line of your email. We look forward to hearing from you!

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