Executive Search Associate | Global Leadership Recruiting

Heidrick & Struggles; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability leave

Parental leave

Paid time off

401k contribution

Job summary

Heidrick & Struggles is seeking an Executive Search Associate to support the full lifecycle of executive recruiting, from candidate identification through placement and client development. You will work closely with Search Partners and Principals, gaining hands-on experience and mentorship in a fast-paced, global environment.

The role emphasizes research, market mapping, candidate outreach, and collaborative work across teams, with a clear career track and opportunity to advance within the firm.

Qualifications

• 3–4 years of professional experience or a minimum of 2 years in recruiting.
• An undergraduate BA/BS degree is required.
• Exhibits skill in professional communications, writing, articulating and delivering information with impact.
• Developing the ability to collaborate with external clients and candidates and to influence relationships.

Responsibilities

• Research and map executive talent landscapes to provide market insights for searches.
• Assist consultants in developing position specifications and search strategies, and in preparing client and candidate materials.
• Contact prospective candidates, conduct in-depth interviews, manage relationships through the search lifecycle.

Skills

Professional communications

Writing

Relationship building

Project coordination

Education

BA/BS degree

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Heidrick & Struggles is seeking an Executive Search Associate to support the full lifecycle of executive recruiting, from candidate identification through placement and client development. You will work closely with Search Partners and Principals, gaining hands-on experience and mentorship in a fast-paced, global environment.

The role emphasizes research, market mapping, candidate outreach, and collaborative work across teams, with a clear career track and opportunity to advance within the firm.