Practice Leader, Insurance - Executive Search

Key Responsibilities: Define and execute the strategic growth plan for the Insurance practice Lead and mentor a team of consultants, associates, and researchers Cultivate and manage relationships with senior executives and institutional clients Oversee delivery of Managing Director, C-suite, and Board-level search assignments Promote operational excellence and ensure adherence to ECB STAR's search methodology Represent the firm externally through thought leadership, industry events, and client advisory The Person ECB STAR seeks a strategic, client-focused leader with deep insurance market knowledge and a proven ability to grow and lead a practice. This individual brings executive presence, sound judgment, and a collaborative leadership style. Qualifications & Attributes 10+ years of executive search experience, with a primary focus on insurance (Life, Health, P&C, Reinsurance, Brokers, Insurtech) 5+ years of team leadership experience in a professional services or search firm environment Deep market knowledge of the global insurance landscape, including carriers, brokers, and emerging Insurtech models Advanced degree preferred Strong player/coach leadership style with hands-on execution capabilities Outstanding judgment, executive presence, and client advisory skills Proven ability to manage strategic accounts, negotiate complex engagements, and develop talent Seniority level Executive Employment type Full-time Job function Business Development Industries Staffing and Recruiting Financial Services