Senior Associate - Executive Search Tech&Board

Korn Ferry; Argentina; Híbrido; ARS 800.000 - 1.200.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading global consulting firm is seeking a Senior Associate for their Executive Search team. The role involves end-to-end execution of searches at the Board and CEO level, requiring strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to conduct detailed research. Ideal candidates will have experience in B2B or Technology sectors and excellent communication skills. This position offers a hybrid work model and opportunities for professional growth.

Servicios

Competitive remuneration package

Access to training and development opportunities

Health, dental, and life benefits

Formación

• Demonstrable experience as a recruiter within retained Executive Search at Board and CEO level.
• Experience recruiting in the B2B or Technology sectors preferred.
• Superior capabilities in candidate identification and mapping.

Responsabilidades

• Responsible for end-to-end execution of senior searches including candidate engagement.
• Conduct thorough research for creating candidate lists.
• Engage passive candidates and screen them based on competencies.

Conocimientos

Stakeholder management

Customer focus

Time management

Communication skills

Descripción del empleo

Senior Associate - Executive Search Tech&Boad

Requisition ID

23460

Country Netherlands

Location type Hybrid

State / Province Amsterdam

City Amsterdam

About Us

Korn Ferryis a global consulting firm that powers performance. We unlock the potential in your people and unleash transformation across your business - synchronizing strategy, operations, and talent to accelerate performance, fuel growth, and inspire a legacy of change. That’s why the world’s most forward-thinking companies across every major industry turn to us - for a shared commitment to lasting impact and the bold ambition to Be More Than.

Headquartered in Los Angeles, our over 9,000 colleagues globally serve clients in more than 50 countries. We offer five core capabilities that span the full talent lifecycle:

• Organizational Strategy
• Assessment and Succession
• Talent Acquisition
• Leadership Development
• Rewards and Benefits

About Executive Search

Our Executive Search line of business covers over 20 offices across EMEA with dedicated Partner, Principal, Associate and support teams covering five markets; Technology & Board, Financial Services, Advanced Technology, Consumer and Life Sciences. Our diverse functions include CEO, Board Practice, Human Resources and Corporate Officers practices.

The Technology & Board team in the Netherlands is a close-knit team with a strong culture and longstanding team camaraderie. The Dutch Executive Search team has several examples of where an individual began as a Research Associate and is now a Principal, so professional and personal development is an element that is well anchored in the organization. The Technology and Boards practice is a successful team where both engagement levels and the pace of the activities are high.

Purpose of the Position

Working closely with the two Regional Partners, the role holder is responsible for end-to-end execution of Board, Technology, CEO and C-suite searches, including identifying, engaging and assessing potential candidates, report writing, client handling and candidate interactions/guidance and providing support / getting involved in business development, pitch work/preparation and board events. The engagements would encompass all industries for the Board practice, mainly in the Netherlands and occasionally outside of the Netherlands. The Tech space includes high tech, Semicon, software, digital platforms, telecoms and media and is very internationally oriented.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with Consultants to create a multi-channel sourcing strategy to target companies and relevant potential candidates within the market.
• Conduct thorough research to navigate target companies and build lists of candidates which accurately reflect the client briefing.
• Identify relevant candidate profiles using a variety of sourcing techniques (database, LinkedIn, telephone, other sources).
• Execute direct talent sourcing practices and candidate screening techniques to include resume pre-screening, telephone interviewing and shortlisting.
• Use competency-based interviewing techniques to qualify suitable candidates.
• Reach out to engage passive candidates and screen them again to agreed competencies.
• Work closely with colleagues and hiring managers to set expectations for the recruitment process and to fulfil the required search briefing.
• Conduct ongoing candidate pipeline development activities and talent network expansion for active and future requisitions.
• Write candidate reports and appraisals to a high standard, both in English and in Dutch.
• Balance deadlines and deliverables for multiple searches at a time.
• Maintain data quality and accuracy within the company’s internal database.
• Handle the breadth of senior level client and candidate interactions – typically at chair, CEO and board level
• Contribute annual and bi-annual industry specific reports and thought leadership pieces.
• Research: Lead/coordinate the research process, in conjunction with other Research Associates.
• Timely Report Preparation: Lead and own the creation of reports; assist in writing the position spec and candidate reports.

The Candidate

Experience and Professional Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience as a recruiter within retained Executive Search, ideally already operating consistently at Board and CEO level; if not, then ready to step up with the required level of gravitas to be credible in these interactions.
• Preferably experience recruiting in the B2B or Technology sectors.
• Superior capabilities in candidate identification, mapping & sourcing.

Skills and Competencies

• Good stakeholder management skills and the ability to build and maintain professional relationships.
• A high degree of customer focus and attention to detail.
• Strong drive for results and a commitment to producing a high level of work efficiently.
• Highly effective time management skills, prioritizes easily, strong multi-tasker.
• Ability to deal with pace, change and ambiguity; whilst working at pace.
• First class verbal and written communication skills
• Eye for detail in preparation of documentation.

Strengths and Characteristics

• Driven and able to bring a consulting mindset to complex senior searches.
• Not afraid to pick up the phone make things happen/fix things.
• Confidential, articulate and outgoing.
• Clear thinker, who writes well; standard of written work and candidate/client reports are of a very high standard.
• High attention to detail.
• Can juggle multiple projects, knowing how to prioritize without dropping any balls.
• Responds proactively to constructive feedback to achieve excellence.

The Korn Ferry difference

At Korn Ferry, talent matters. We believe that when people are engaged in the right roles, developed and rewarded, the firm flourishes. Ideas come to life, and our business grows. The leaders who will shape tomorrow emerge. We know that the only pathway to greatness is through people.

We place a high value on progressing, developing and nurturing our colleagues from the first day they arrive and throughout the entirety of their career – regardless of their role, line of business or region. We want Korn Ferry to continue to be a premier career destination – a place where each day colleagues are energized, developed, empowered and able to pursue their passions.

Development is however a partnership and because we attract top talent, we are a culture of self-starters who don’t wait for things to happen to them but instead take the initiative to learn and grow. Being insatiably curious and striving to be better today than yesterday are hallmarks of our most successful colleagues.

We expect a lot from our people, but we also believe in giving a lot back. We’re passionate about creating an environment where talent thrives, where excellence is always recognized and rewarded, and where every contribution matters. You’ll be empowered to share your ideas and to follow them through. And because we’re all about taking talent further, you can look forward to exceptional training and development opportunities.

Talent Development

We want to provide you with the opportunities that you need to develop your potential and realize your ambitions. That’s why we’ll make sure you enjoy continuous learning – from your colleagues, from on-the-job experience and from more formal programs. Through the Korn Ferry Institute, you’ll also have access to many highly valuable resources, including the industry’s top intellectual property around talent development.

As a global business, our benefits packages can vary from country to country, but we always strive to provide our employees with a variety of high-quality options. We offer a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive total rewards package includes access to a wide range of benefits, including health, dental, vision and life. We provide performance-related cash bonuses, too.

Beyond the Netherlands

We are a global firm with extensive international networks. Along with access to deep expertise across the globe, our structure provides international opportunities to advance your career and develop new skills and experiences.

Diversity Matters

A commitment to diversity is a commitment to harnessing untapped talents and igniting human potential. We believe that the strength and value our team brings to clients and KF is a result of our collectively diverse workforce, with diversity of background, experience and perspective.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and value our people based on their ability to contribute to Korn Ferry’s goals, irrespective of other attributes. We are happy to consider flexible and agile ways of working to help you achieve a balanced lifestyle. As part of the recruitment process, we can put you in touch with people who work flexibly so that you understand from them what our culture is like. We also welcome candidates who are returning to work after an extended career break who have previous relevant experience.

Do you care about the bigger picture?

We believe that you will create a better world with better leaders. For us, this isn’t just business. We care about what we do and how we do it. That’s why we sponsor initiatives that improve the way we work, live and give back to our communities. And we do all we can to protect the environment for future generations.

To help us do this, we established the Korn Ferry Charitable Foundation, which aims to create and support programs that help people exceed their potential. Through the Foundation, we are working to:

• Provide direct relief to those affected by a natural disaster
• Fund scholarships and programs to improve social mobility
• Make grants to charitable organizations working to enhance our communities

Internal Mobility at Korn Ferry

If you currently work for Korn Ferry or one of our affiliates, you must be eligible to apply for a different position within Korn Ferry to use the Careers Site. If you accept such a position, your benefits programs and Human Resources policies may change. Please consult with your HR contact for the new position concerning application eligibility, including any immigration/visa needs, benefit programs, and HR policies applicable to that position.

Korn Ferry is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.