Talent Intelligence & Prospecting Executive

ICP Search; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme linked to leads

Flexible working hours

Collaborative team environment

Clear entry point into recruitment operations

Involvement in marketing campaigns

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a forward-thinking firm in Brighton for a Talent Intelligence & Prospecting Executive. This role is perfect for a recent graduate eager to dive into the world of recruitment and business development. You will support the sales team by identifying ideal client targets and conducting research to connect outstanding candidates with the right opportunities. Your proactive nature and attention to detail will help streamline the outreach process, while your strong communication skills will shine as you craft tailored messages. Join a collaborative team that values your input and offers flexibility in a hybrid working environment, all while being part of the dynamic sectors of tech, media, and sports.

Qualifications

• Looking for a recent graduate or early career professional eager to learn about recruitment.
• Strong writing skills and attention to detail are essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Identify standout candidates and build company target lists based on sector trends.
• Map decision-makers and send tailored outreach messages to potential candidates.

Skills

Research Skills

Detail Orientation

Communication Skills

Proactivity

Self-Motivation

Education

Recent Graduate

Tools

LinkedIn Sales Navigator

Notion

Airtable

Job description

This range is provided by ICP Search. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

At ICP Search, we’re proud to work with some of the most exciting and forward-thinking businesses in technology, broadcast, media, and sport. We connect them with the leaders and high-performers they need to grow—and we do it by really knowing our market.

We’re looking for someone sharp, organised, and curious to join us in a brand-new role: Talent Intelligence & Prospecting Executive. You'll support our sales team by identifying ideal client targets, mapping company structures, and helping us send the right candidates to the right people, every day.

It’s part research, part outreach, part operations—and it’s a critical role that will evolve with you as we grow.

What you’ll do

• Work closely with our recruiters to identify standout candidates worth presenting to new or existing clients
• Research and build company target lists based on sector trends, location, hiring signals, and candidate fit
• Map decision-makers and key contacts (e.g. CTOs, Heads of Product, CMOs, etc.)
• Write and send tailored candidate-led outreach messages using email and LinkedIn tools
• Track replies, manage activity, and hand off warm leads to the relevant sales consultant
• Keep CRM and targeting tools clean, current, and insightful
• Optimise and refine the process—helping us scale outreach in a structured, brand-aligned way

This could suit you if…

• You’re a recent graduate or early in your career and want to learn how high-level recruitment and business development really works
• You enjoy research, detail, structure, and spotting opportunities
• You write well and enjoy explaining value clearly and professionally
• You’re comfortable learning new platforms (LinkedIn Sales Nav, Notion, Airtable, etc.)
• You’re proactive and self-motivated—but also thrive in a supportive team
• You’re excited by the worlds of tech, sport, media, and innovation

What you’ll get

• A clear entry point into commercial recruitment operations
• Involvement in client targeting and candidate marketing campaigns
• Flexibility and trust—we’ll help you grow this role into something brilliant
• Hybrid working and a collaborative, social team in Brighton
• Bonus scheme linked to leads, responses, and meetings booked

How to apply

If you’re curious, thoughtful, and want to help brilliant candidates get the attention they deserve—let’s talk!

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Research, Business Development, and Sales

Industries

Sports Teams and Clubs, Broadcast Media Production and Distribution, and Technology, Information and Media