Isaacson, Miller · 10 hours ago
Research Specialist
Boston,MA,US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$63K/yr - $72K/yr
2+ years expIsaacson, Miller is a national retained executive search firm specializing in leadership recruitment in the civic sector. They are seeking a Research Specialist to support their Search Services Department, contributing to the growth of the firm and enhancing leadership diversity in mission-driven organizations.
Human Resources
Responsibilities
Research Specialists report to Managing Research Specialists
Research Specialists work with Partners, Associates, and Search Coordinators across the firm, supporting multiple search teams simultaneously at various stages of the search. Research work includes, but is not limited to:
Target and analyze publicly available information (including news articles, websites, and legal information) using advanced searching techniques for specialized databases and Google
Exercise sound judgment to synthesize hundreds of pages of information for each candidate into a succinct client deliverable report of potentially derogatory or controversial information
Summarize key findings for search teams in preparation for semi-finalist interviews and notify search teams immediately of any major concerns identified through research process
Employ advanced research techniques to target and collect information from a variety of sources, including databases, institution websites, and Google
Develop detailed, customized lists of potential candidates in support of search teams’ networking and outreach
Develop research strategies and creative solutions for complex searches in partnership with Associates and Partners
Promptly and proactively communicate with search teams throughout research process
Complete projects for Search Coordinators, Associates, and Partners, such as locating difficult to find information
Ensure data quality when updating, creating, and maintaining information in IM’s proprietary database
Learn, and when appropriate teach, strategies for finding information and resources, including Boolean search strings and advanced database searching
Collect and organize research to ensure centralized accessibility of all research materials for both current and future searches
Participate in firm and research team meetings. Rotate leadership of weekly team meeting with other Research Specialists
Coordinate workload with other members of the Research Team
Engage internal partners in ongoing dialogue about research projects, including deadlines and project status; actively work to understand the context and goals for research assignments
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree with two to three years of translatable, professional experience
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, proven ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities, delivering high quality work within established timelines
Demonstrated ability to listen well, communicate clearly and concisely, and to tailor communications to diverse stakeholders
Strong writing skills, including the ability to synthesize complex information into clear, concise, and compelling narratives
Working knowledge of techniques to effectively utilize search engines, web browsers, and databases, and interest in learning more
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Outlook, Word and Excel)
Ability to closely follow research protocols and best practices and refer to training materials as needed
Commitment to data quality and integrity and consistency of all research products
Ability to recognize and accommodate internal customers' varied approaches to and expectations of research
Enjoy heads-down, independent work, in addition to collaborative engagement with both the search team and fellow researchers
Self-motivated and able to work independently
Ability to recognize and articulate problems and propose creative solutions
Ability to identify and articulate professional development goals
Inquisitive and driven to understand the context and implications of the work
Willingness to discover, explore, and learn new tools, sources, and techniques
Ability to learn new content areas quickly is essential
A clear commitment to Isaacson, Miller's mission and core values
Preferred
Experience in, or familiarity with, at least one of IM's practice areas
Experience drafting reports or other professional documents is a plus
Experience with accurate data entry
Benefits
Non-contributory health and dental offering
Participation in a profit-sharing pension plan
Employee stock ownership plan
Company
Isaacson, Miller
Isaacson, Miller is a staffing and recruiting company offering executive recruiting services.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Ericka Miller
President + CEO
Jan Pope
Chief Information Officer
Recent News
Company data provided by crunchbase