Research Lead

Vipany Global; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Vipany Global seeks a Research Lead for Talent Research & Talent Mapping in Hyderabad. 7+ years in talent research, mapping, and intelligence, with 2+ years of team leadership, and hands-on research across industries are required.

The role emphasizes designing research strategies, leveraging AI and advanced search techniques, and delivering Talent Intelligence reports to clients. Immediate joining preferred.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Talent Research, Talent Mapping, Talent Intelligence, Market Intelligence, or Executive Search Research.
• 2+ years of experience managing a research team.
• Strong knowledge of primary and secondary research methodologies.
• Hands-on experience in talent mapping, market research, and research strategy.
• Strong analytical and data-driven approach.
• Experience with AI tools, automation, advanced search techniques, and online research platforms.
• Strong reporting and presentation skills, preferably PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead Talent Research and Talent Mapping projects across industries, functions, organizations, and geographies.
• Research and identify target companies, talent pools, competitors, and market segments.
• Develop talent maps based on skills, experience, location, organization, and industry.
• Use public domains, professional networks, databases, search engines, and advanced search techniques for research.
• Create research and mapping strategies based on client requirements.
• Analyze data to identify talent trends, patterns, availability, and market movements.
• Use AI tools, automation, and emerging technologies to improve research efficiency and accuracy.
• Lead and mentor a team of Talent Researchers / Research Associates.
• Assign projects, monitor performance, and ensure quality, accuracy, and timely delivery.
• Generate Talent Intelligence, Market Intelligence, and Talent Mapping reports.
• Work with internal stakeholders and clients to understand requirements and provide research insights.
• Remain hands-on with research while leading the team.

Skills

Talent Research

Talent Mapping

Talent Intelligence

Market Intelligence

Executive Search Research

Team Leadership

Research Methods

AI Tools

Advanced Search

Data Analysis

Presentation Skills

Tools

PowerPoint

AI Platforms

Job description

Position: Research Lead Talent Research & Talent Mapping

Location: Hyderabad

Experience: 7+ Years

Team Management: 2+ Years Mandatory

Joining: Immediate Joiners Preferred

Who Should Apply?

We are specifically looking for professionals from a Talent Research / Talent Mapping / Talent Intelligence / Market Intelligence / Executive Search Research background.

Candidates with only Talent Acquisition, Recruitment, HR Generalist, or hiring experience will not be considered.

The ideal candidate should have strong hands-on experience in talent research, market mapping, research analysis, and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Talent Research and Talent Mapping projects across industries, functions, organizations, and geographies.
• Research and identify target companies, talent pools, competitors, and market segments.
• Develop talent maps based on skills, experience, location, organization, and industry.
• Use public domains, professional networks, databases, search engines, and advanced search techniques for research.
• Create research and mapping strategies based on client requirements.
• Analyze data to identify talent trends, patterns, availability, and market movements.
• Use AI tools, automation, and emerging technologies to improve research efficiency and accuracy.
• Lead and mentor a team of Talent Researchers / Research Associates.
• Assign projects, monitor performance, and ensure quality, accuracy, and timely delivery.
• Generate Talent Intelligence, Market Intelligence, and Talent Mapping reports.
• Work with internal stakeholders and clients to understand requirements and provide research insights.
• Remain hands-on with research while leading the team.

What We Are Looking For:

• 7+ years of experience in Talent Research, Talent Mapping, Talent Intelligence, Market Intelligence, or Executive Search Research.
• 2+ years of experience managing a research team.
• Strong knowledge of primary and secondary research methodologies.
• Hands-on experience in talent mapping, market research, and research strategy.
• Strong analytical and data-driven approach.
• Experience with AI tools, automation, advanced search techniques, and online research platforms.
• Strong reporting and presentation skills, preferably PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Ideal Background:

Talent Research | Talent Mapping | Talent Intelligence | Market Intelligence | Executive Search Research | Research Operations

The role is focused on:

Research Mapping Analysis Talent Intelligence Insights Team Leadership

and is not a conventional Talent Acquisition/Recruitment role

If your core experience is in Talent Research, Talent Mapping, Talent Intelligence, or Research Leadership, we would like to hear from you.