Research Associate - Executive Search

Research Associate

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My client is a strategic talent consultancy specialising in the global consumer goods sector. They provide talent solutions to leading organisations through leadership search, talent mapping, talent pipelining and talent intelligence services. With multiple offices across the UK and internationally, they combine deep sector expertise with data-driven insight to support client hiring strategy and expansion.
My client is recruiting a Research Associate to support research, market intelligence and AI-driven projects across the executive search firm. The successful candidate will be analytical, organised and naturally curious – someone who enjoys working with information, spotting patterns and building insight while supporting the search and business development process.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct market mapping and leadership intelligence research across consumer goods and related sectors
Support data-led decision making for senior hiring and talent strategy projects
Work with data and information to identify patterns and build client insight
Contribute to AI-driven research initiatives and explore how emerging technology can enhance research processes
Organise, analyse and present information with strong attention to detail
Support global talent projects for leading clients
Contribute to headhunting and candidate identification across the consumer goods sector
Contribute to business development and client relationship building
What We're Looking For
Graduate with strong academics
Naturally inquisitive and curious about data, market intelligence and AI applications
Excellent attention to detail and organised approach
Strong written communication skills
Comfortable working with spreadsheets, research tools and data
Reliable, collaborative and switched on
Genuine xwzovoh interest in the research and problem-solving side of talent and search
Why You'll Enjoy This
Access to leading-edge talent data and research across the consumer goods sector
Opportunity to work on sophisticated talent intelligence projects
Exposure to how AI and technology can enhance recruitment and research
Supporting senior-level search and talent strategy work
Working with a consultancy built on insight and data-led decision making
What We Offer
Competitive Base Salary
Comprehensive benefits
Long-term career progression
Collaborative, insight-driven working environment