Researcher

VWA (Victoria Wall Associates); Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recognized executive search firm in London is looking for a Researcher/Associate to engage with top professionals and support recruitment processes. This role offers a dynamic environment, requiring a degree and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include candidate sourcing, screening, and relationship management. The job offers hybrid work arrangements and opportunities for professional growth. If you are curious and eager to learn about the industry, apply with your CV today.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus

Regular work socials

Qualifications

• An appetite for learning about the Search industry.
• Comfortable working autonomously and as part of a small team.
• Willingness to conduct in-depth research.

Responsibilities

• Finding and assessing candidate profiles.
• Screening candidates over the phone.
• Building relationships with candidates.
• Using and maintaining the CRM.
• Developing search execution skills.

Skills

Interest in financial markets

Strong written communication

Strong verbal communication

AI tools competence

Attention to detail

Education

Degree educated (or equivalent)

Job description

Researcher/Associate - Executive Search

Permanent • Oxford Circus • Competitive salary and bonus • 3-RAES/RVF

About the Role

This role will give you exposure to some of the most recognisable businesses in the world. You will speak and advise some of the brightest and most interesting professionals on a daily basis.

Responsibilities

• Finding and assessing candidate profiles for their relevance and suitability
• Screening candidates over the phone
• Attending candidate interviews with a consultant
• Building relationships with candidates to maintain market data, referrals, and compensation information
• Using and maintaining the CRM
• Developing search execution skills: long‑listing, short, prepping, scheduling and offer management

Skills & Experience

• An appetite for learning about the Search industry and an interest in financial markets and the corporate world
• Degree educated (or equivalent)
• Competent and curious about AI tools
• Willingness to conduct in‑depth research and a keen eye for detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working autonomously and as part of a small team
• Not afraid to ask questions and seek guidance where necessary
• Naturally curious and determined

Details

• Hybrid working
• Based in Oxford Circus
• Competitive salary and bonus
• Regular work socials

If you want to work in a professional and high‑achieving team, and in a company with opportunity for progression, please send us your CV!