Analyst, Supply Chain and Operations Officer Practice

Spencer Stuart • Washington, DC

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About The Position

Spencer Stuart is seeking an Analyst for its Supply Chain and Operations Officer Practice, ideally based in Chicago, Washington, D.C., or New York City. Analysts support executive search teams by working with Associates, Senior Associates, and Consultants to understand client needs, conduct research, and contribute to assignment strategy. They create talent mappings, target company lists, pitch decks, and other research materials that inform client-ready documents and business development. Analysts are also expected to build industry expertise by tracking trends and identifying leading and emerging talent. The position offers opportunities for career development and advancement, including to Consultant.

Requirements

• Recent or soon-to-be university graduate with a four-year bachelor’s degree; Fall 2026 graduates may apply, while Spring 2027 graduates are not eligible.
• Strong academic performance, with a GPA of 3.4 or higher; any area of study is acceptable.
• Well-rounded experience demonstrated through leadership in internships, work, community service, athletics, or student-led organizations.
• Advanced research, analysis, and synthesis skills, including judgment and creativity in drawing insights from incomplete or ambiguous information.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-directed, proactive, and resourceful, with the ability to manage competing priorities, raise concerns early, and constructively challenge assumptions.
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Permanent work authorization for the country in which the candidate is applying.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, competing deadlines, differing work styles, and challenging expectations.
• Ability to provide accurate, timely research on executives, organizations, markets, and other relevant sectors.
• Business writing skills sufficient to produce succinct, client-ready analysis.
• Interest in people, businesses, industry trends, and executive movements; ability to use relevant research resources.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with research resources such as Quest, Capital IQ, D&B Hoovers, BoardEx, and LinkedIn.
• Knowledge of an industry, function, or sector.

Responsibilities

• Research client industries, including value propositions, competitive landscapes, strengths and weaknesses, stock performance, and employee counts, and synthesize findings for client-ready documents.
• Monitor news and issues related to client engagements and market opportunities, and promptly share relevant information with colleagues.
• Support detailed industry talent mapping; identify high-potential executives; research executives using internal and external databases; provide commentary; and track executive movements.
• Participate in search kick-off meetings and assist with developing search strategies and target lists.
• Develop industry or functional expertise by following trends and identifying leading and future leaders.
• Support new business development and search assignments through timely, accurate research and project work.
• Manage multiple projects and competing deadlines, take ownership of research processes, anticipate next steps, and communicate promptly when deadlines are at risk.
• Synthesize research into succinct, accurate points of view and client-ready analyses; document information in Firm databases.
• Collaborate with colleagues, adapt communication to team needs, raise issues early, and assist beyond assigned responsibilities when necessary.
• Seek and apply feedback, contribute to team and Firm activities, and uphold Spencer Stuart’s values and Code of Conduct.

Benefits

• Annual discretionary bonus program.
• Retirement savings plan with discretionary profit-sharing contribution and employer match.
• Paid time off, with a minimum of 15 days per year and increases based on tenure.
• Paid sick time: 10 days per year.
• Company holidays: 12 days per year.
• Paid leaves of absence when applicable.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Healthcare flexible spending account.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Employee assistance program, virtual mental health program, and mindfulness program.
• Voluntary supplemental life insurance, identity theft protection, and whole life insurance with long-term care and critical illness coverage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level