Executive Search Engagement Manager, Healthcare and Life Sciences

Heidrick & Struggles•Chicago, IL

About The Position

Heidrick & Struggles is seeking an Executive Search Engagement Manager for its Healthcare and Life Sciences work. The role leads end-to-end executive searches, with substantial autonomy and responsibility for delivering high-level client service across the recruiting lifecycle, from identifying candidates through offer negotiation and placement. Engagement Managers may begin developing business-development skills as a potential path toward becoming a Consultant and build subject-matter expertise in specific functions or industry sectors. The position includes developing search strategies, creating position specifications, researching industries and client companies, identifying and assessing candidates, and managing candidate and client relationships. Engagement Managers collaborate with colleagues across the firm and globally, mentor junior Search professionals, and contribute to firm, practice, or office initiatives. The role offers visibility, significant responsibility, and potential for career progression on a defined path.

Requirements

At least 6 years of professional experience or at least 5 years of transferable recruiting experience.
Undergraduate BA/BS degree.
Refined professional communication skills, including written expression, verbal articulation, and presentation delivery.
Ability to collaborate with external clients and candidates and influence stakeholders toward mutually beneficial outcomes.

Nice To Haves

Prior full life-cycle recruiting experience in Contingent Search or In-House Talent Acquisition; Executive Search experience 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.
Ability to manage a search end to end with minimal supervision.
Experience identifying market trends and researching information through various channels.
Track record of developing and mentoring others.
Ability to analyze, organize, and synthesize large volumes of information into insights.
Skill in building and maintaining relationships with diverse stakeholders.
Experience using Salesforce or another CRM.

Responsibilities

Develop search strategies and manage their execution from candidate identification through offer negotiation and placement.
Create position specifications and conduct industry-specific and client-company research, mapping executive talent and presenting market insights to Consultants and clients.
Prepare business-development materials with the Consultant for prospective clients.
Contact candidates to develop interest in client opportunities, obtain referrals, and gather market intelligence and feedback.
Conduct in-depth candidate interviews and assess qualifications and fit against position specifications.
Write candidate assessments and present qualified candidates to clients.
Manage candidate relationships throughout the search lifecycle and keep the Search Consultant informed of candidate updates.
Manage client relationships, including preparing and presenting status reports and client-ready materials.
Develop a market presence and personal brand with candidates and clients as an expert in a specific industry.
Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders across the firm, foster productive relationships, and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
Act as a culture carrier and contribute to firm, practice, or office initiatives.
Mentor junior Search professionals.
Maintain the accuracy, quality, and integrity of Search information in internal and external research tools.
Lead multiple concurrent projects and deliver high-quality work on time.
Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical standards; persist through challenges and act with integrity.