Automotive Recruitment Researcher

Pybus Recruitment Ltd; Stockbridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Automotive Recruitment Researcher based in Stockbridge, Hampshire. The role involves conducting in-depth market research, engaging senior candidates, and supporting executive search assignments. Candidates must have strong automotive sector knowledge and a valid UK driving licence. This full-time position offers a competitive salary up to £40,000, with additional performance bonuses. Submit your CV to apply.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the Automotive sector is essential.
• Proven ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research into target organisations and markets.
• Identify, map, and directly approach senior-level candidates.
• Create search reports through accurate database management.

Skills

Knowledge of the Automotive sector

Stakeholder engagement

Verbal and written communication

Report writing

Job description

Overview

Stockbridge, United Kingdom | Posted on 18/01/2026

Location: Stockbridge, Hampshire, SO20

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

Contract: Full-time and Permanent

Hours: Monday to Friday – 9.00am-5.30pm

Job Description

JobTitle: Automotive Recruitment Researcher

Location: Stockbridge, Hampshire, SO20

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

Full-Time: and Permanent

Overview: 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 that help shape the future of the Automotive sector by delivering the key decision-makers and innovators of tomorrow.

Team context: They are looking to add to their team and are seeking an Automotive Recruitment Researcher based at their headquarters in Stockbridge, Hampshire.

Role: The Automotive Recruitment Researcher will play a critical role in supporting their executive search and research assignments, working closely with colleagues to deliver high-quality market intelligence and candidate engagement.

Requirements: The position requires strong automotive sector experience and knowledge, exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, and a commitment to delivering a class-leading candidate experience. Experience in recruitment is not essential, but strong automotive sector knowledge and experience is essential. A full and valid driving licence is required as there may be occasional UK travel and full use of your own motor vehicle as the office is not accessible on 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, able to work at pace and multitask
• A team player
• Practical problem-solving ability
• Using own initiative to work through issues or problems, without the need to become completely dependent
• Sociable, outgoing, committed, conscientious and motivated

Please apply for this role if you have strong automotive sector experience and knowledge and a full and valid UK driving licence with 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 via email: [e-mail] or call 0191 8237799