Executive Search Engagement Manager, Healthcare and Life Sciences

Heidrick & Struggles•Chicago, IL

2d•$115,000 - $155,000

About The Position

Heidrick & Struggles is hiring an Executive Search Engagement Manager in Healthcare and Life Sciences. Engagement Managers lead executive searches with substantial autonomy, overseeing the recruiting lifecycle from candidate identification through offer negotiation and placement. They deliver high-quality client service, manage search strategy and execution, develop position specifications, conduct candidate outreach and assessment, and manage internal and external relationships. They may also develop business-development skills as a pathway toward becoming a Consultant. The role involves researching industries, executive roles, and functions in collaboration with colleagues across the globe. Engagement Managers build subject-matter expertise in functional areas or industry sectors, mentor junior Search professionals, and contribute to firm, practice, and office initiatives. The position offers visibility, responsibility, and potential for career growth along 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 a track record of influencing outcomes toward mutually beneficial results.

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 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 varied 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 with Salesforce or another CRM.

Responsibilities

Create search strategies and position specifications for clients.
Conduct industry and client-company research, map executive talent, and present market insights to Consultants and clients.
Prepare business-development materials with Consultants for prospective clients.
Contact candidates to discuss client opportunities, obtain referrals, and gather market intelligence and feedback.
Conduct in-depth interviews to assess candidates against position specifications.
Prepare candidate assessments and present qualified candidates to clients.
Manage candidate relationships throughout the search lifecycle and keep the Search Consultant updated.
Manage client relationships, including preparing and presenting status reports.
Develop a market presence and personal brand as an expert in a specific industry.
Build productive, trusting relationships with colleagues and stakeholders, and foster collaboration.
Contribute to firm, practice, and office initiatives as a culture carrier and team player.
Mentor junior Search professionals.
Maintain the accuracy, quality, and integrity of Search information in internal and external research tools.
Prepare and maintain status reports and client-ready reports for internal and external presentations.
Lead multiple concurrent projects and deliver high-quality work on time.
Act professionally and uphold confidentiality and ethics.
Persist through challenges and make principled decisions.