Executive Search Associate — Talent Strategy & Impact

Heidrick & Struggles, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonuses

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Heidrick & Struggles, Inc. in Chicago, IL is seeking an Executive Search Associate to support end-to-end recruitment for senior roles. 3–4 years of recruiting experience or 2 years transferable recruiting experience required; BA/BS degree required.

Strong communications and client relationship skills are essential. You will research, map talent landscapes, assist with position specifications, and help prepare client-ready materials while upholding high ethical standards and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with 3–4 years recruiting experience or 2 years transferable recruiting experience.
• Strong written and verbal communications with professional delivery and impact.
• Ability to collaborate with external clients and build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Research and map executive talent landscape to provide market insights.
• Support Consultants in position specifications and search strategy.
• Prepare client and candidate assessment documents for presentations.
• Contact prospective candidates to elicit interest and collect market intelligence.
• Assist Consultants in conducting in-depth interviews to assess candidate qualifications.

Skills

Professional communications

Client collaboration

Relationship building

Education

BA/BS degree

Tools

CRM

Job description

Heidrick & Struggles, Inc. in Chicago, IL is seeking an Executive Search Associate to support end-to-end recruitment for senior roles. 3–4 years of recruiting experience or 2 years transferable recruiting experience required; BA/BS degree required.

Strong communications and client relationship skills are essential. You will research, map talent landscapes, assist with position specifications, and help prepare client-ready materials while upholding high ethical standards and confidentiality.