Senior Associate

Korn Ferry

About The Position

The Senior Associate works alongside Managing Consultants and the Sector Leader to execute all aspects of the search delivery process to a high standard and within required timescales. The role takes responsibility for the full search delivery cycle, from identifying candidates through interviewing them and presenting a shortlist to the client. It supports executive and professional search work across the Consumer sector. Exposure to consumer-focused industries and markets is highly preferred.

Requirements

Significant experience in a consulting or commercial environment, with good knowledge of and a network in the relevant vertical.
Demonstrable full life-cycle recruiting experience in retained search, including cold calling, developing search strategies, and client and candidate management.
A consultative mindset and ability to anticipate client needs.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to quickly learn about different business environments and cultures and propose relevant solutions.
Ability to adapt to new processes and deal effectively with change and ambiguity.
Willingness to live the company's core values: Honesty, Inclusion, Knowledge, and Performance.

Nice To Haves

Experience recruiting within or supporting the Consumer sector, including consumer products, retail, e-commerce, apparel, luxury, food and beverage, hospitality, or related markets.
Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

Research target organizations and industry sectors to help identify top talent for clients’ mid- to senior-level roles.
Source and map relevant markets, identify suitable talent, and ensure data accuracy and integrity.
Approach and qualify candidates against agreed competencies and criteria; create target lists, sourcing strategies, and long lists.
Interview candidates, write interview reports, and present shortlists to clients.
Provide weekly or bi-weekly client updates as needed and maintain clear, consistent communication with candidates and clients throughout assignments.
Coordinate interview logistics, gather and provide interview feedback, manage situational changes, present offers, and handle negotiations.
Follow up with candidates during notice periods and support a smooth transition to their start date.
Manage KPIs to improve and maintain productivity, candidate quality, and time to shortlist and hire.
Build industry relationships and expand the network; capture and maintain accurate market, client, and candidate information.
Manage and develop shortlisted candidates and maintain a high-quality, useful referral and candidate network.
Contribute to process, career development, and training initiatives.
Conduct weekly searches to stay current on Industrial industry trends and developments, identify relevant future talent, and build relationships with high-potential candidates.
Share industry news, competitor searches, and market intelligence with Managing Consultants and the Sector Leader.
Build effective internal relationships and communicate proactively with colleagues, including sharing knowledge and experience.