Executive Researcher – Senior Leadership Talent Sourcing

About the role

We are seeking an Executive Researcher to support an executive search consultancy that specialises in senior leadership and mission‑critical appointments for private‑equity backed, high‑growth and established organisations. The role involves identifying, engaging and assessing C‑suite and senior talent to deliver high‑quality shortlists for our clients.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct detailed market mapping and research for senior and executive‑level searches.
• Identify and source high‑calibre C‑suite and senior candidates across multiple channels.
• Approach and engage senior professionals with confidence and credibility.
• Assess candidates against client briefs, ensuring alignment on capability and cultural fit.
• Build and maintain long‑term relationships within relevant leadership markets.
• Collaborate closely with consultants throughout the search lifecycle.
• Prepare thorough candidate reports, profiles and shortlists for client delivery.
• Maintain accurate records and data within internal systems.
• Provide insight on market trends, talent availability and competitor activity.

Required profile

• Proven experience as an Executive Researcher, Senior Researcher or similar role within executive search.
• Strong experience sourcing, shortlisting and speaking with senior and C‑suite candidates.
• Track record supporting end‑to‑end executive search assignments, preferably for private‑equity backed organisations.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to engage credibly with senior stakeholders.
• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail.
• Proactive, curious and committed to delivering high‑quality work.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on high‑profile executive search assignments.