Executive Search Associate, Financial Services

Heidrick & Struggles•New York City, NY

About The Position

Executive Search Associates support all facets of the executive recruiting lifecycle, from candidate identification through placement. Working with Search Partners and Principals (Consultants) and colleagues across the Search team, Associates contribute to search strategy, execution, and business development while developing their expertise through hands-on experience, training, and mentorship in an apprenticeship-like model. The role involves researching industries, companies, executive roles, and functions; collaborating with clients and Consultants on position specifications and search strategy; identifying, interviewing, assessing, and building pipelines of qualified candidates; developing candidate relationships; conducting references; and assisting with client relationship management. Associates also collaborate with colleagues across the globe. The position is highly visible, carries significant responsibility, and offers 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.
Demonstrated professional communication skills, including writing, articulating, and delivering information with confidence and impact.
Developing ability to collaborate with external clients and candidates and to use techniques that influence and build 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 also preferred.
Experience targeting potential candidates, developing pitch materials, and conducting market research.
Proven success managing multiple projects simultaneously and working across teams.
Experience identifying market trends and researching information through various channels.
Ability to analyze, organize, and synthesize large volumes of information into insights.
Experience 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, map executive talent landscapes, and provide market insights.
Support Consultants in developing position specifications and focused search strategies.
Assist Consultants with 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 to assess candidates against position specifications.
Manage candidate relationships throughout the search lifecycle and keep Consultants informed of candidate updates.
Collaborate with stakeholders and colleagues across the firm, foster teamwork, and contribute to firm, practice, or office initiatives.
Maintain the accuracy, quality, and integrity of Search information in internal and external research tools.
Maintain status reports and client-ready reports for internal and external presentations to Consultants and clients.
Manage multiple concurrent projects and deliver high-quality work on time.
Act professionally and uphold confidentiality and ethics while persisting through challenges and seeking to do the right thing.