Talent Intelligence Associate – CDI

Dedale (ex-Software Club); Paris; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced executive search professional to join our talent intelligence practice in France. You will lead searches, screen senior candidates, and develop target landscapes across mandates, partnering with senior sponsors to drive deep-dive research.

You will collaborate with Heads of Talent Intelligence and maintain knowledge across sectors while thriving in early‑stage environments.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in executive search, talent intelligence, or advisory sourcing.
• Demonstrated ability to engage credibly with senior professionals.
• Experience running searches or research mandates end-to-end.
• Strong research and analytical instincts.
• Structured and rigorous, with the ability to manage multiple mandates.
• Energised by early‑stage environments.
• Fluent in English, French and other European languages a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Join mandate kick-offs alongside the Head of Talent Intelligence.
• Build a clear, prioritized target landscape.
• Screen and qualify candidates against selection criteria.
• Prepare progress updates for sponsor conversations.
• Develop and maintain working knowledge of sectors covered by active mandates.

Skills

Executive search

Talent intelligence

Advisory sourcing

Engage credibly with senior prospects

English fluency

French fluency

Job description

Responsibilities

• Join mandate kick-offs alongside the Head of Talent Intelligence.
• Build a clear, prioritized target landscape.
• Screen and qualify candidates against selection criteria.
• Prepare progress updates for sponsor conversations.
• Develop and maintain working knowledge of sectors covered by active mandates.

Requirements

• 2–4 years of experience in executive search, talent intelligence, or advisory sourcing
• Demonstrated ability to engage credibly with senior professionals
• Experience running searches or research mandates end-to-end
• Strong research and analytical instincts
• Structured and rigorous, with the ability to manage multiple mandates
• Energised by early‑stage environments
• Fluent in English, French and other European languages a strong plus.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in executive search and talent intelligence, with strong research and analytical skills to manage multiple mandates effectively. Proficient in engaging with senior professionals and fluent in English, French, and other European languages.