Senior Researcher, Global Consumer – Executive Search

Sharp Resources; Manchester; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Researcher bonus scheme

Clear progression to Consultant

Exposure to global brands

25 days holiday plus birthday off

Christmas closure and enhanced leave

Job summary

Sharp Resources, based in Manchester, is recruiting a Senior Researcher for its Global Consumer practice. The role focuses on mapping global consumer markets, engaging senior leadership, and supporting retained search delivery across international markets.

A strong track record in recruitment or executive search is preferred. Offering a clear pathway to Consultant level, this position provides exposure to top consumer brands and leadership hiring, with a comprehensive bonus structure and holiday

Qualifications

• Recruitment experience ideally within professional services, recruitment or executive search, or commercial or industry experience with a strong interest in executive search.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence engaging with senior stakeholders.
• Commercial curiosity and an interest in how businesses operate and grow.
• High levels of organisation, accountability and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Map global consumer markets, competitors and leadership structures.
• Identify and engage senior leadership talent across international markets.
• Run detailed candidate outreach and assessment conversations.
• Support retained search delivery from briefing through to appointment.
• Manage candidate and client processes to a high professional standard.
• Produce market insight and talent intelligence for clients and internal stakeholders.
• Build long-term relationships with senior executives and industry leaders.
• Contribute insight on market trends and potential client opportunities.

Skills

Recruitment experience

Executive search

Stakeholder engagement

Commercial acumen

Strong communication

Job description

Sharp Resources, based in Manchester, is recruiting a Senior Researcher for its Global Consumer practice. The role focuses on mapping global consumer markets, engaging senior leadership, and supporting retained search delivery across international markets.

A strong track record in recruitment or executive search is preferred. Offering a clear pathway to Consultant level, this position provides exposure to top consumer brands and leadership hiring, with a comprehensive bonus structure and holiday