Executive Search Talent Sourcing Associate

Buffkin / Baker; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Buffkin/Baker is actively recruiting for an Associate to join our team in our Executive/Retained Search Firm. The Associate supports execution of searches, works with Partners, and manages candidate research and communications to drive successful placements.

The role requires organization, client service focus, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced environment, with emphasis on delivering high-quality professional service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree a plus with previous work in HR, Recruiting, or other Talent Management areas preferred.
• Strong people and technology skills
• Highly organized, with the ability to perform non-linear tasks with precision and efficiency
• Aptitude to work with Partners in the firm and their various styles of practice
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and tasks
• Self-Confident
• Team-Player
• Outstanding verbal and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the execution process communicated under the direction of the Partner
• Manage data entry and workflows in Crelate (Candidate Management System)
• Participate in the “kick off” meeting for every search
• Provide candidate and organizational research through online resources including LinkedIn Recruiter, ZOOMInfo, and other data tools for candidate sourcing
• Capable of creative candidate sourcing, candidate generation and development
• Initiate contact with potential candidates while effectively and persuasively communicating the nature of the opportunity
• Developing prospects into candidates, engaging them, and performing assessment/screenings
• Accurately assess candidate’s qualifications against the approved position specifications
• Actively conduct candidate development Interviews utilizing online networking, phone, email, digital communications, other communication resources
• Manage on-going and timely communication with candidates and keep them informed as of status and progress of search
• Participate in weekly organizational search updates within the firm
• Conduct additional background screening and education verifications

Skills

People skills

Technology skills

Highly organized

Team player

Self-confident

Multi-project management

Outstanding verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Crelate

LinkedIn Recruiter

ZOOMInfo

Job description

Buffkin/Baker is actively recruiting for an Associate to join our team in our Executive/Retained Search Firm. The Associate supports execution of searches, works with Partners, and manages candidate research and communications to drive successful placements.

The role requires organization, client service focus, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced environment, with emphasis on delivering high-quality professional service.