Research Associate/Senior Research Associate (Technology Sector)

As a key member of Korn Ferry’s Search Practice, the Research Analyst will play an integral part of further building the research function within our retained executive search practice. Most of our clients operate globally. We help clients searching for senior leaders in various functional expertise areas.  

We are looking for a talented professional, skilled in research and able to balance multiple searches at one time. The ideal Research Analyst operates independently yet functions well in teams; balances drive and initiative with good judgment; communicates effectively with candidates and clients; and delivers results with ethics and integrity.  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES 

The Research Analyst will primarily be responsible for:  

• Generating a go-to-market strategy, including industry, company and candidate ideas, in co-operation with the practice’s Senior Client Partner and Managing Associate;   
• Setting assessments against client requirements and competencies;  
• Conducting thorough research to navigate key companies and build accurate, encompassing lists of candidates accurately reflecting client profile;  
• Conducting phone interviews with candidates, checking fit with the role;  
• Effectively presenting key research findings to other team members;  
• Prepare, write and present progress reports to client;  
• Balancing deadlines and deliverables for multiple searches at one time;  
• Maintaining data quality and accuracy on the company’s internal database.   

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS 

• Three & above of relevant experience in the field of human resources, search, selection or consultancy;   
• Experience in active candidate identification and sourcing or comparable research experience;   
• Hands-on mentality; high sense of urgency and knows how to work under pressure;  
• Creative and commercial;  
• Extensive interest in broad spectrum of subjects;  
• Excellent analytical skills;  
• Self-motivation and excellent time management skills;   
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships; 
• Articulate, cogent verbal communication skills and strong written communication skills; 
• Fluent in English, both oral and in writing.