Executive Search Associate, CEO & Board

Heidrick & Struggles•Washington, DC

6d•$80,000 - $105,000

About The Position

Heidrick & Struggles Executive Search Associates support the full executive recruiting lifecycle, from candidate identification through placement. Working closely with Search Partners and Principals (Consultants) and colleagues across the Search team, Associates contribute to search strategy and execution, business development, and client relationship management. The role includes helping clients develop position specifications; researching and mapping executive talent; identifying, interviewing, assessing, and building a pipeline of qualified candidates; maintaining candidate relationships; conducting references; and supporting client communications. Associates also research industries, executive roles, and functions in collaboration with colleagues globally. The position offers hands-on experience, training, mentorship, significant responsibility, and a clearly defined career track.

Requirements

3–4 years of professional experience, or at least 2 years of transferable recruiting experience.
Undergraduate BA/BS degree.
Skill and developing mastery in professional communication, including writing, articulating, and delivering information with confidence and impact.
Developing ability to collaborate effectively with external clients and candidates and to use techniques for influencing and building positive relationships.

Nice To Haves

Prior full life-cycle recruiting experience in Executive Search, Contingent Search, or In-House Talent Acquisition; management consulting or another industry requiring applied sales and research skills is strongly preferred.
Experience targeting potential candidates, developing pitch materials, and conducting market research.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work across teams.
Experience identifying market trends and effectively researching information through various channels.
Ability to analyze, organize, and synthesize large volumes of information into insights.
Experience working with Salesforce or another CRM.
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Conduct industry-specific and client-company research and map executive talent to provide market insights.
Support Consultants in developing position specifications and focused search strategies.
Help prepare business development and candidate assessment documents for prospective and current clients.
Contact prospective candidates to discuss client opportunities, obtain referrals, and collect market intelligence and feedback.
Assist Consultants with in-depth interviews assessing candidate qualifications against position specifications.
Manage candidate relationships throughout the search lifecycle and keep Consultants informed of candidate updates.
Build productive and trusting relationships with colleagues and stakeholders, collaborate across the firm, and contribute as a team player.
Contribute to firm, practice, and/or office initiatives as a culture carrier.
Maintain accurate, high-quality, and reliable Search information in internal and external research tools.
Prepare status reports and client-ready reports for Consultants and clients.
Manage multiple concurrent projects and deliver high-quality work on time.
Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical conduct; persist through challenges and act with integrity.