Research Manager

willet partners pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Willet Partners Pte. Ltd.

in Singapore is seeking a Research Manager to support executive search assignments by identifying high-calibre talent, developing market intelligence, and delivering a discreet, professional experience for clients and candidates. You will collaborate with consultants to build market maps, target lists, and pipelines, conduct initial screening conversations, and maintain accurate records while providing timely assignment updates.

Qualifications

• Strong research, analytical, and written communication skills.
• Curious about industries, organisations, and people’s careers.
• Organised and detail-oriented.
• Able to manage deadlines and work with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Research industries, companies, leadership teams, and talent trends.
• Identify suitable candidates through LinkedIn, databases, referrals, and other sources.
• Build market maps, target lists, and candidate pipelines.
• Approach prospective candidates and discuss relevant career opportunities.
• Conduct initial screening conversations and prepare concise candidate profiles.
• Maintain accurate records and provide timely assignment updates.
• Support consultants with longlists, shortlists, reports, and business development research.
• Handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

Skills

Research

Analytical

Written communication

Market intelligence

Candidate engagement

Detail-oriented

Education

Diploma or degree in any discipline

Fresh graduates welcome

Job description

About the Role

The Research Manager supports executive search assignments by identifying high-calibre talent, developing market intelligence, and engaging prospective candidates. Working closely with consultants, you will help build strong talent pipelines and deliver a professional, discreet experience for clients and candidates.

Key Responsibilities

• Research industries, companies, leadership teams, and talent trends.
• Identify suitable candidates through LinkedIn, databases, referrals, and other sources.
• Build market maps, target lists, and candidate pipelines for search assignments.
• Approach prospective candidates and introduce relevant career opportunities.
• Conduct initial screening conversations and prepare concise candidate profiles.
• Maintain accurate records and provide timely assignment updates.
• Support consultants with longlists, shortlists, client reports, and business development research.
• Handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

Candidate Profile

• Diploma or degree in any discipline; fresh graduates are welcome.
• Strong research, analytical, and written communication skills.
• Curious about industries, organisations, and people’s careers.
• Organised, process-oriented, and attentive to detail.
• Confident and engaging when communicating with professionals.
• Resilient, proactive, and able to manage deadlines.
• Experience in recruitment, research, engineering, or product roles is advantageous.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Applicants must have the right to work in the location of employment.