Research Associate Executive Search

Loftus Bradford Executive Search; Barcelona; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Loftus Bradford Executive Search, a global boutique firm based in Barcelona, is seeking a Research Associate to lead candidate engagement and assessment for senior-level roles. You will become a trusted advisor to clients and candidates, collaborating with our Search and Client teams to drive impactful searches that help global organizations thrive.

From Barcelona, we serve clients worldwide, across industries such as CPG, Retail, Healthcare, Technology, and founder-led organizations.

Qualifications

• Experience in consulting, sales, operations, or hospitality; executive search experience is a plus, but not required.
• Confidence and business acumen to engage senior leaders and influence decision‑making.
• Resilience and a results‑driven mindset with a passion for excellence.
• Talent for crafting thoughtful, data-driven candidate assessments and market insights.

Responsibilities

• Lead candidate engagement and assessment for senior-level roles.
• Collaborate with Search and Client teams to drive impactful searches.
• Build lasting relationships with clients and candidates across industries.
• Deliver leadership solutions for leading global organizations.

Skills

Candidate engagement

Relationship building

Executive search

Job description

The Opportunity

Join Loftus Bradford, a global boutique executive search firm based in Barcelona, as a Research Associate. In this crucial role, you'll lead candidate engagement and assessment for senior-level roles, becoming a trusted advisor to clients and candidates alike. Collaborating closely with our Search and Client team you'll drive impactful searches that help leading global organizations thrive.

We're a 20-person team working across industries such as CPG, Retail, Healthcare, Technology, and founder-led organizations. From Barcelona, we serve clients worldwide, from South Africa to Vietnam and the US. Demand for our services is high, and we're excited to expand our team with someone who shares our passion for excellence and building lasting relationships.

Why Loftus Bradford?

At Loftus Bradford, we are driven by a commitment to excellence, resilience, and long-term impact. Here's what makes this opportunity unique:

• Global Reach: Partner with leading brands on senior-level searches across major markets, building a powerful international network.
• Career Growth: Develop your skills and expand your career in a dynamic role that offers opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Impactful Work: Deliver innovative leadership solutions for top-tier clients, helping them achieve lasting success.
• Unique Culture: Join a supportive, high-performing team in a collaborative, values-driven environment.
• Barcelona Lifestyle: Work from one of Europe's most vibrant cities, known for its Mediterranean charm, rich culture, and exceptional quality of life.

Who We're Looking For?

We're seeking an experienced professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-performing environment and loves building relationships. You should have:

• A background in consulting, sales, operations, or hospitality (executive search experience is a plus, but not required).
• Confidence and business acumen to engage senior leaders and influence decision-making.
• Resilience and a results-driven mindset, with a passion for delivering excellence.
• A talent for crafting thoughtful, data-driven candidate assessments and market insights.