Automotive Recruitment Researcher

Pybus Recruitment; King's Somborne; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Automotive Recruitment Researcher based in Stockbridge, Hampshire, to support executive search and research projects. The role requires strong automotive sector experience, exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality candidate experiences. Responsibilities include detailed research, candidate engagement, and compliance with GDPR. Candidates must have a full UK driving licence and will occasionally travel using their own vehicle.

Qualifications

• Strong automotive sector experience and knowledge required.
• Full and valid driving licence necessary due to occasional UK travel.
• Commitment to delivering a class-leading candidate experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research into target organizations and markets.
• Attend client briefings and project calls alongside Lead Consultants.
• Identify and approach senior-level candidates via telephone.
• Collect and manage candidate information in compliance with GDPR.
• Create search reports through accurate database management.

Skills

Strong knowledge of the automotive sector

Proven ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders

Strong commercial awareness and business acumen

Excellent verbal and written communication and negotiation skills

Strong report writing skills

Job description

Job Title: Automotive Recruitment Researcher

Location: Stockbridge, Hampshire, SO20

Salary: Up to £40,000 + bonus – OTE Up to £60,000

Employment Type: Full Time and Permanent

Working Hours: Monday to Friday – 9.00am-5.30pm

Our client is trusted by many of the world’s leading automotive brands to appoint senior leaders and deliver intelligence‑based talent strategies. They carry out executive search assignments and research projects across the globe, shaping the future of the automotive sector by delivering the key decision-makers and innovators of tomorrow.

They are seeking an Automotive Recruitment Researcher based in Stockbridge, Hampshire, to support executive search and research assignments, working closely with colleagues to deliver high quality market intelligence and candidate engagement.

The position requires strong automotive sector experience and knowledge, exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, and a commitment to deliver a class‑leading candidate experience.

A full and valid driving licence is required due to occasional UK travel and for use of your own motor vehicle as the office is not accessible by public transport.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Conduct in‑depth research into target organisations, markets, and industry sectors using databases, online tools and direct outreach
• Attend client briefings, project calls and meetings alongside Lead Consultants
• Identify, map and directly approach senior‑level candidates via telephone and digital channels
• Engage, qualify, and secure candidate interest and commitment to live search assignments
• Collect and manage candidate information in full compliance with GDPR and internal processes
• Verbally assess candidates against agreed role competencies and selection criteria
• Create search reports through accurate database management, research insights and market analysis
• Generate candidate referrals through senior industry contacts and professional networks
• Continuously develop sector knowledge and stay informed on relevant industry news and trends

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

• Strong knowledge of the automotive sector
• Proven ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders
• Strong commercial awareness and business acumen
• Excellent verbal and written communication and negotiation skills
• Strong report writing skills

Personal Attributes

• Passionate about learning and contributing to a well‑performing business
• Resilient to pressure, working at pace and ability to multitask
• A team player
• Practical problem‑solving ability
• Using own initiative to work through issues or problems, without the need to be completely dependent
• Sociable, outgoing, committed, conscientious and motivated

Please only apply for this role if you have strong automotive sector experience and knowledge, a full and valid UK driving licence, and full use of your own motor vehicle.

To apply for this role please submit your full and up to date CV to Jonathan Sweasey at Pybus Recruitment.

Contact: e‑mail: [e-mail] | call: 07916340197