Senior Researcher - Executive Search

Are you ready to play a pivotal role in connecting exceptional talent with transformative leadership opportunities? A leading UK-based executive search firm is looking for a Senior Researcher to join their high-performing team, working across Life Sciences, Manufacturing, Aerospace and Renewable Energy.

You will be a key player in delivering end-to-end executive search assignments: developing longlists, assessing top-tier candidates and providing market intelligence that shapes client decisions.

This is a full-time, fully remote role for a South Africa-based candidate, working UK business hours.

What you will be doing

  • Independently manage and deliver multiple executive search projects at the same time
  • Work with Partners and Client Partners to develop detailed client briefs, screening tools and supporting documentation
  • Identify and approach high-calibre candidates through targeted research using LinkedIn, email, phone and automation tools
  • Conduct structured competency-based interviews to assess suitability against client mandates
  • Produce longlists and shortlists with accompanying written candidate reports
  • Coordinate interviews and manage candidate and client communication throughout the process
  • Support offer management and negotiation alongside the Client Partner
  • Document and manage all candidate data in the internal CRM
  • Feed market insight from candidate conversations back into business development

Essential

  • Proven ability to work autonomously and generate quality candidate shortlists
  • Strong interviewing and candidate assessment skills at senior or executive level
  • Excellent written and spoken English, with the confidence to engage senior stakeholders
  • Comfortable running multiple projects to deadline
  • A strong learning mindset and drive for continuous professional development
  • Reliable fibre or LTE internet, a working laptop and access to LinkedIn
  • A quiet, dedicated workspace and the ability to work UK business hours

Desirable

  • Familiarity with Life Sciences, Engineering or Supply Chain markets
  • Experience using a recruitment CRM or ATS
  • Experience with sourcing automation tools
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