Associate Researcher - Executive Search

Job Title: Associate Researcher - Executive Search

Location: London (with offices in New York and Singapore)

Salary: £33K Basic Salary (£50K - £60K OTE Y1)

The Company: Our Client are one of the leading executive search firms in the industry, founded in 1995. Specialising in Investment Banking and Investment Management, offering bespoke, high-impact search solutions to top-tier clients. With offices in London, New York, and Singapore, their global reach and exceptional track record set us apart in the competitive executive search landscape.

Role: Seeking an ambitious and highly motivated Associate Researcher to join their team. As a key part of the traditional search process, you will work on high-value assignments with fees ranging from £500K to £1 million. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain exposure to senior-level decision-making and develop professionally through direct mentorship from senior partners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with senior consultants and partners to execute high-level executive search assignments in Investment Banking and Investment Management.
• Conduct detailed research to identify top-tier talent, mapping the market and presenting candidate shortlists.
• Build and maintain relationships with high-level candidates and clients.
• Support client meetings and contribute valuable insights throughout the search process.
• Rotate across different partners and sectors, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the industry.

Why Join Us:

• Unmatched Exposure & Responsibility: Unlike large firms, you’ll get immediate hands-on experience, including sitting in on client meetings and playing an integral role in delivering search solutions.
• Mentorship & Development: You’ll receive 1:1 training directly from senior partners, emphasising learning through exposure rather than solely formal classroom training.
• Career Growth: A clear progression path means you can rise from Researcher to Consultant and even Partner. Their long employee tenure speaks to the success of this model.
• Supportive Environment: Focus on motivating our team through positive reinforcement rather than rigid KPIs. They promote a healthy work-life balance, with Mondays to Thursdays in the office and Fridays working remotely.
• Generous Rewards: Competitive salary of £33K with an annual discretionary bonus based on both individual and company performance.
• Training & Development: Direct mentorship from senior partners with a focus on learning through exposure.

Ideal Candidate:

• Highly Educated: You must be a graduate from a top-tier university, ideally a Russell Group institution, with a strong academic track record. A-levels should reflect excellence and intellectual rigor.
• Intellectual Capacity: We seek candidates with high IQ to quickly understand complex markets and problems, and strong EQ to communicate effectively and build relationships at all levels.
• Passion & Motivation: A strong interest in Investment Banking and Investment Management, with the drive to continuously learn and grow within the firm.
• Exceptional Communication: You should be articulate, with excellent written and verbal communication skills, and able to engage at all levels of the business.

Virtus Talent are here to guide you through the interview process, make sure you are fully prepared for interviews and coach you on how to get your transferable skills and traits across in the interview. We will aim to secure you several interviews with several companies that you like the look of with the view of securing you several jobs offers.