Research Analyst (Executive Search)

TL;DR

Research Analyst (Executive Search): Supporting the Professional Services practice in business development and executive search projects with an accent on candidate identification and market research. Focus on developing target lists, mapping organizational structures, and utilizing proprietary data tools to identify high-level talent.

Company

A global professional services firm specializing in organizational consulting and executive search.

What you will do

• Conduct research to identify potential candidates using LinkedIn, Capital IQ, and proprietary tools.
• Develop target lists and company overviews to support business development meetings.
• Map organizational structures by contacting companies directly.
• Manage and update confidential candidate records within the proprietary CRM.
• Support the search strategy from initial pitch to candidate development.
• Track organizational and industry trends to provide market intelligence.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree from a well-regarded institution.
• Strong intellectual curiosity and analytical skills to understand industry fundamentals.
• High energy and ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills for professional interactions.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of client and candidate information.
• Professional presence and poise when interfacing with senior stakeholders.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Products.
• Experience with databases such as Bloomberg, Factiva, or Lexis-Nexis.

Culture & Benefits

• Colleague-centric culture emphasizing inclusivity, integrity, and creativity.
• Collaborative, borderless environment sharing global expertise.
• Strong focus on high performance and exceeding client expectations.
• Clear career progression path from Analyst to Associate and potentially to Knowledge Manager.
• Emphasis on agility, flexibility, and continuous personal improvement.