Egon Zehnder · 13 hours ago
Researcher, Executive Search (Energy, Mining & Process practice group)
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$85K/yr - $95K/yr
3+ years expEgon Zehnder is the world’s preeminent leadership advisory firm, inspiring leaders to navigate complex questions with human answers. They are seeking a highly motivated Researcher for their Executive Search team in Chicago, responsible for guiding internal client teams in executing various projects and providing specialized market insights.
ConsultingManagement ConsultingService Industry
Responsibilities
Research the client, client’s performance, and their ecosystem at the start of a project
Dictate and monitor project milestones and coordinate with various stakeholders to determine responsibilities
Serve as the lead Research 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.)
Develop an understanding of the Firm’s network and expertise to leverage their experience and knowledge in adapting and co-creating a client-centric approach
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
Deepen existing areas of subject matter expertise, providing strategic guidance and high-quality insights on important trends and topics to support client teams
Qualification
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
Preferred
Previous knowledge or experience in an energy, mining or process organization
Strong Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel capabilities
Affinity and interest in the executive search or professional services industry
Superior engagement management abilities and initiative to lead projects with minimal guidance or supervision
Demonstrated ability to push back constructively and offer solutions
Forward-thinking, structured, and process-oriented thinker
Self-starter mentality with good business judgement
Company
Egon Zehnder
Egon Zehnder is a true professional services firm, passionately devoted to your success, ethical in our actions
1001-5000 employees
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