Research Analyst - Executive Search

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Job Description:

Research Analyst – Executive Search

Location: Remote (Philippines)
Schedule: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM PHT (AU business hours)
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Executive Search / Recruitment / Professional Services


About the Role

We are looking for a highly driven Research Analyst to support executive search delivery by generating high-quality candidate longlists, conducting market mapping, and providing research insights for senior leadership searches.

This role focuses on name generation, talent mapping, and research for executive-level roles (C-suite and senior leadership), working closely with consultants and the research team to help deliver successful search projects.

You will act as a key research partner within the delivery team, supporting multiple assignments by identifying relevant executive talent, analysing market structures, and contributing insights beyond the initial brief.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong sourcing or research experience who wants to build a career in executive search and talent intelligence.


Key Responsibilities

  • Interpret search briefs and translate them into structured research strategies

  • Generate candidate longlists for executive and senior leadership searches

  • Conduct market mapping to identify relevant companies, competitors, and talent pools

  • Identify adjacent talent pools and alternative candidate profiles when needed

  • Use LinkedIn Recruiter, internal databases, and external research sources to identify candidates

  • Validate candidate information before submission

  • Participate in search kick-off meetings with consultants and researchers

  • Provide research updates throughout the project lifecycle

  • Maintain accurate records in ATS or research tracking systems

  • Manage multiple search assignments and meet agreed timelines

  • Contribute insights to improve search outcomes


Requirements

  • 3–6 years experience in recruitment research, sourcing, or talent intelligence

  • Experience supporting senior-level or executive search assignments preferred

  • Background in executive search, recruitment agency, or research function is highly advantageous

  • Strong experience in name generation and market mapping

  • Advanced LinkedIn Recruiter sourcing skills

  • Strong Boolean search capability

  • Experience using ATS / CRM systems

  • Excellent written and verbal English communication skills

  • Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking

  • Ability to manage multiple projects at the same time

  • Comfortable working remotely in a fast-paced delivery environment


Preferred Qualifications

  • Degree in Business, Psychology, Human Resources, Commerce, or related field (preferred but not required)

  • Experience working with international clients or global markets

  • Experience supporting C-suite or senior leadership searches


Work Setup & Benefits

  • Remote work setup (Philippines-based)

  • AU working hours (7:00 AM – 4:00 PM PHT)

  • HMO coverage (principal)

  • Service Incentive Leave (20 days)

  • Christmas shutdown leave

  • Performance bonuses (if applicable)

  • Stable, long-term opportunity with a growing executive search firm