Technology Practice Researcher, Executive Search

We are seeking a highly motivated and proactive candidate to join our Research team serving North America. In this fast-paced role, the Researcher will be responsible for leading internal client teams of consultants and other Researchers in the execution of Executive Search, Board, and Advisory projects for multiple clients within an industry or function.

Primary responsibilities include project planning, market and candidate research, the production of high-quality client deliverables, business development, and knowledge management.

The Researcher provides specialized market insight, strategic guidance, and client engagement support as a crucial member of the client engagement team. In conjunction with internal consultant stakeholders, you will operate as part of a team that delivers powerful, effective human capital solutions to our clients. The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to balance multiple projects at the same time.

This team member would focus on the IT Services Segment.

The technology industry is one of the main drivers of the digital revolution unfolding across the global economy. Egon Zehnder's Technology Practice Team has extensive experience helping organizations navigate leadership challenges in a future focused technological world. Our industry expertise focuses on key segments covering AI, Communications & Connectivity (Telecommunications), Digital, Software, IT Services, IT Systems & Semiconductors to deliver tailored people solutions.

With a core number of marquee technology organizations in North America, the practice is uniquely positioned to make a deep and personal impact on our clients.

- Serve as the lead Researcher 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 - Conduct information and data synthesis (written and verbal) from interviews, discussions, and working sessions to identify the needs and wants of a diverse set of stakeholders - 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.)

- Depth of knowledge or experience in the IT Services industry and ecosystem - 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 judgment