Researcher – Executive Search

JR United Kingdom; Oxford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Executive Search is seeking a diligent graduate for the Researcher role in its Portsmouth office. The successful candidate will support high-profile search mandates in the Health and Care sectors, engage proactively with candidates, and contribute to team efforts during an exciting growth phase. Alongside competitive salary and benefits, the role emphasizes a collaborative working environment focused on professional development.

Benefits

Increased leave

Industry qualifications

Social events

Early Friday finishes

Investment in employee development

Qualifications

• Exceptional academic credentials.
• Thirst for knowledge.
• Engaging with industry leaders.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Executive Search team with research for live mandates.
• Maintaining a database of talent pools.
• Engaging proactively with prospective candidates.

Skills

Team player

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to build relationships

Market knowledge

Honest communication

Work both collaboratively and independently

Education

Graduation

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Researcher – Executive Search, Oxford District

Location: Oxford District, United Kingdom

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Researcher – Executive Search

Portsmouth

Compass Carter Osborne, part of Compass Recruitment Solutions (CRS), is a leading recruitment and executive search firm specializing in the Health, Care, Education, and Life Sciences sectors. We are a values-driven business that encourages our teams to thrive, reach their potential, and enjoy their work.

Recognized as an award-winning (Recruitment Firm of the Year - 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023) executive search provider, Compass Carter Osborne is the go-to partner for C-suite hires, trusted by investors, care providers, and high-net-worth individuals to deliver top talent.

The role

Due to growth, we are seeking a diligent graduate to join our Portsmouth office, providing market insights and support for high-profile search mandates in the Health and Care sectors. Responsibilities include:

• Supporting the Executive Search team with research for live mandates and market mapping
• Tracking progress and maintaining a database of talent pools
• Reporting progress to stakeholders in both qualitative and quantitative formats
• Engaging proactively with prospective candidates using head-hunting techniques
• Managing candidate engagement and relationships after initial screening
• Collaborating to produce candidate shortlists and profiles
• Expanding market knowledge through events and literature

Why Join Us

Compass Carter Osborne is a leader in Executive Search within the Health and Care sectors. Join during an exciting growth phase, enjoy a competitive salary, commission, and benefits such as increased leave, industry qualifications, social events, early Friday finishes, and recognized investment in employee development.

About you

Exceptional academic credentials, a thirst for knowledge, and enthusiasm for engaging with industry leaders are essential. Key skills include:

• Team player
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to build relationships with market knowledge and honest communication
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently