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Egon Zehnder · 1 day ago

Researcher, Executive Search

Boston, MA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$85K/yr - $95K/yr

3+ years exp

Egon Zehnder is the world’s preeminent leadership advisory firm, inspiring leaders to navigate complex questions with human answers. The Researcher will guide internal client teams in the execution of Executive Search, Board, and Advisory projects, focusing on project planning, market and candidate research, and business development.

ConsultingManagement ConsultingService Industry

Culture & Values

Responsibilities

Serve as the lead Expert for multiple simultaneous client projects in collaboration with Consultants and other Researchers

Act as a thought partner to the team on all aspects of projects by identifying and developing a rigorous approach and strategy (e.g., priority targets through market research, utilizing data tools, and scoping out parameters to deliver client solutions at scale and scope)

Guide the project team throughout the search processes to drive strategy, candidate solutions and supporting client materials with a consistent focus on quality and speed

Identify, calibrate and prioritize potential candidates through a thorough research process, the internal Firm network and external resources

Work broadly across different Firm offerings to continue developing a well-rounded understanding of our solutions to identify the best solutions for individual client needs

Create high-quality client documentation (e.g., candidate profiles, role specifications, search strategies, assessment and client progress reports, etc.)

Partner with client teams to develop pitch presentations and business development materials, adapting deliverables and solutions to address specific client needs

Proactively initiate, shape, and drive effective business development activities and other business-related projects, including monitoring relevant market shifts in a segment or function, company updates, and people moves

Act as a partner with consultants to build targeted event lists for business development-related dinners, conferences, and other points of connection

Contribute to the Firm’s knowledge management activities by looking for opportunities to share expertise and best practices, developing a network of people within an industry or functional area and recording pertinent information

Develop an area of subject matter expertise, providing strategic guidance and high-quality insights on important trends and topics to support client teams

Qualification

Market ResearchProject PlanningClient EngagementAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsBusiness DevelopmentAttention to DetailTeam CollaborationSelf-starter Mentality

Required

Bachelor's degree required

A minimum of 3 years' professional work experience (post-undergrad)

Demonstrated functional experience of a similar nature (e.g., market research, qualitative or legal research, professional services/consulting, project planning)

Previous project-based experience working effectively on multiple mandates simultaneously

Ability to effectively operate in a fast-paced, client-driven environment

Exceptional critical thinking and analytical skills

Excellent verbal and written communication ability

Demonstrates very strong attention to detail