Executive Talent Researcher

132 Cisco Systems (USA) Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

132 Cisco Systems (USA) Pte. Ltd. is seeking a senior leader in Global Executive Talent Acquisition to design scalable research pipelines, drive AI-powered insights, and partner with cross-functional teams across the APJC region.

You will translate data into strategic actions for C-level stakeholders and lead end-to-end research initiatives. The role emphasizes building robust talent pipelines in a competitive market and continuously improving processes and tools to stay ahead with emerging AI

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in executive research, sourcing, or talent acquisition.
• 3+ years identifying and engaging talent within the APJC region.
• Proficiency with advanced research tools, data analysis platforms, market mapping methodologies and project management systems, including AI-enhanced platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable research pipelines and AI-powered tools to support executive decision-making.
• Leverage qualitative and quantitative data sources to deliver actionable insights.
• Partner with recruiters across engineering, sales/marketing, CX/operations, and corporate functions.
• Synthesize complex data into clear findings and recommendations for C-level stakeholders.
• Lead cross-functional research initiatives from ideation to execution and improve processes for scalability.

Skills

Executive research

Talent acquisition

APAC market intelligence

AI research tools

Tools

AI-powered research tools

Data analysis platforms

Market mapping

Project management systems

Job description

Meet the Team

As part of the Global Executive Talent Acquisition team at Cisco, you will play a key role in the growth and success of our executive recruiting lifecycle. We are a dynamic, high-impact team dedicated to identifying and engaging premier executive talent across the globe. You will partner closely with regional HR leaders, recruiting counterparts, and executive stakeholders to shape succession planning and build robust talent pipelines in a highly competitive market.

What You’ll Do

• Design and implement scalable research pipelines and frameworks, incorporating AI-powered tools and methodologies, to support strategic decision-making across executive teams.
• Leverage both qualitative and quantitative data sources to deliver actionable insights.
• Partner closely with recruiters across engineering, sales/marketing, CX/operations, and corporate function to align research initiatives with business goals.
• Act as a bridge between executive leadership and functional teams, translating insights into cross-functional action plans.
• Lead cross-functional research initiatives from ideation to execution, using AI for enhanced efficiency and data synthesis.
• Develop project timelines, coordinate stakeholder input, and ensure on-time delivery of research outputs.
• Synthesize complex data into clear, concise findings and recommendations for C-level stakeholders.
• Continuously improve research processes and tools to enhance efficiency and scalability, with a focus on emerging AI technologies.
• Identify emerging tools, methodologies, and technologies to elevate research capabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in executive research, sourcing, or talent acquisition, with a consistent track record of building and scaling research pipelines.
• 3+ years of experience identifying and engaging talent specifically within the APJC region, demonstrating deep market intelligence and regional nuance.
• Proficiency with advanced research tools, data analysis platforms, market mapping methodologies and project management systems, including experience with AI-enhanced research platforms or tools.
• Consistent track record of building and scaling research or analytics pipelines Strong project management skills with experience leading cross-functional initiatives Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities and excellent communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong comfort with ambiguity and the self-sufficiency to operate independently in a virtual, dynamic, and fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated curiosity and practical experience using AI-powered tools and emerging technologies to enhance research and sourcing efficiency.

Why Cisco?

At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Cisconians power the future. We make impact as a team, innovating fast and fearlessly to create meaningful solutions on a large scale. The depth and breadth of our technology doesn’t just benefit our customers – it also means limitless opportunities for us to experiment and learn. We understand the power each of our unique backgrounds bring when we work together. Because of that, we have a global network of thinkers, doers, experts, and curious creators who help one another do their life’s best work.