Lead, Executive Talent Researcher

Nike • Beaverton, OR

1d • Remote

About The Position

This team leads the way in executive recruitment, talent intelligence, and management solutions. They partner on complex global searches, map unique talent ecosystems, analyze market availability, and identify emerging leadership capabilities. Their evidence-based insights shape search strategies, build long-term executive pipelines, inform succession planning, and set high standards across the talent organization.
This role calls for a strategic, innovative approach to the earliest stages of recruitment, with a strong focus on developing search strategies and cultivating passive talent pipelines. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple creative search projects with adaptability and resilience. Deep expertise in executive search and a broad understanding of business functions enable this individual to build influential relationships with business leaders, hiring managers, and HR partners. Natural curiosity and a commitment to continuous learning are essential. Driving process improvement and knowledge sharing across the business is fundamental. Known for exceptional candidate generation and assessment, this person consistently delivers outstanding results and builds long-term relationships with senior leaders in specialized fields.

Requirements

• Expertise in strategy development and passive candidate pipelining
• Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple creative search projects
• Strong relationship-building skills with business leaders and HR partners
• Reputation for process improvement, knowledge sharing, and delivering results
• Analytical mindset with an eye for data visualization
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education, experience or training
• 6+ years executive recruiting experience
• Experience managing and prioritizing multiple strategic searches, projects, and client relationships
• Experience building and driving talent initiatives and pipelines
• Expertise in talent market analysis and talent intelligence methodologies
• Analytical experience to create, measure, and scale efficient workflows between candidates, hiring managers, and recruiting teams

Nice To Haves

• Ability to tell a compelling story with data insights; clear, concise communication that is commercially relevant
• Deep understanding of executive search methodology
• Capability-led assessment over title-led research
• Comfortable operating in ambiguity and under pressure
• Passion for recruiting diverse candidates
• Knowledge and experience in data visualization and presenting talent insights

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to engage passive candidates
• Partner with recruiters to refine sourcing and assessment approaches
• Build and maintain a network of top prospects through ongoing market research
• Screen, interview, and prepare candidates while anticipating hiring manager needs
• Monitor marketplace trends and competitive opportunities
• Lead special research projects and conduct primary and secondary research

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees