Executive Search Associate

Next Level Exchange•Ada, MI

22h•$50,000 - $55,000•Hybrid

About The Position

WilliamCharles Executive Search is looking for an Executive Search Associate to join our Grand Rapids team. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their career who is interested in recruiting, sales, research, or relationship development and wants to learn the executive search business from an experienced team. You'll work directly with recruiters and firm leadership while gaining exposure to both sides of our business: identifying and engaging talented professionals and supporting the business development efforts that lead to new client relationships. This isn't a traditional administrative or scheduling role. Coordination is part of the job, but we're looking for someone who enjoys connecting with people, is curious about business, isn't afraid to pick up the phone, and wants to take on more responsibility as they grow. We're hiring for today's needs, but we're also thinking about where this person can go. You'll gain exposure to executive recruiting, candidate development, business development, client relationships, and how an executive search firm operates. As you develop, there will be opportunities to take on more responsibility based on your strengths and interests. If you're looking for a role where you can learn the business, contribute quickly, and build a career rather than simply perform a list of tasks, we'd like to meet you!

Requirements

Communicates confidently and enjoys connecting with people
Is comfortable starting conversations by phone, email, and LinkedIn
Is curious, organized, and enjoys researching companies and people
Takes initiative, follows through, and works with a sense of urgency
Wants coaching, increased responsibility, and an opportunity to grow

Nice To Haves

Experience in recruiting, sales, customer service, business development, or another relationship-driven environment is helpful, but not required.

Responsibilities

Identify and engage prospective candidates through LinkedIn, email, and phone
Generate interest in career opportunities and connect qualified candidates with our recruiting team
Coordinate candidate conversations and client interviews while maintaining communication throughout the process
Research talent markets and take on greater recruiting responsibility as you develop
Research target companies, decision-makers, industries, and potential business opportunities
Build and maintain prospect lists and support outreach and email marketing campaigns
Prepare research and materials for business development conversations
Support special projects and firm initiatives as needed