Senior Researcher - Executive Search

Are you ready to play a pivotal role in connecting exceptional talent with transformative leadership opportunities? A leading UK-based executive search firm is looking for a Senior Researcher to join their high-performing team, working across Life Sciences, Manufacturing, Aerospace and Renewable Energy. You will be a key player in delivering end-to-end executive search assignments: developing longlists, assessing top-tier candidates and providing market intelligence that shapes client decisions. This is a full-time, fully remote role for a South Africa-based candidate, working UK business hours. What you will be doing - Independently manage and deliver multiple executive search projects at the same time - Work with Partners and Client Partners to develop detailed client briefs, screening tools and supporting documentation - Identify and approach high-calibre candidates through targeted research using LinkedIn, email, phone and automation tools - Conduct structured competency-based interviews to assess suitability against client mandates - Produce longlists and shortlists with accompanying written candidate reports - Coordinate interviews and manage candidate and client communication throughout the process - Support offer management and negotiation alongside the Client Partner - Document and manage all candidate data in the internal CRM - Feed market insight from candidate conversations back into business development Requirements Essential - Proven ability to work autonomously and generate quality candidate shortlists - Strong interviewing and candidate assessment skills at senior or executive level - Excellent written and spoken English, with the confidence to engage senior stakeholders - Comfortable running multiple projects to deadline - A strong learning mindset and drive for continuous professional development - Reliable fibre or LTE internet, a working laptop and access to LinkedIn - A quiet, dedicated workspace and the ability to work UK business hours Desirable - Familiarity with Life Sciences, Engineering or Supply Chain markets - Experience using a recruitment CRM or ATS - Experience with sourcing automation tools

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