Industrial Practice Associate – Executive Search

Spencer Stuart; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

PTO 15 days per year

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Wellness program

Voluntary benefit options

Job summary

Spencer Stuart is seeking an Associate for the Industrial Practice to support CEO and C-level executive searches, across sectors, while building a specialization over time. The role integrates project management, research, assessment, sourcing and relationship-building within a global team, with in-office presence required two days weekly in Washington, DC, New York, or Chicago.

Ideal candidates will have 3+ years in executive search, strong writing and communication skills, and curiosity about

Qualifications

• 3+ years of progressive experience in executive search, recruiting, talent acquisition, strategy consulting, or relevant professional services.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• Strong project management and multitasking abilities.
• Bachelor's degree; post-graduate a plus.

Responsibilities

• Contribute actively to the start-up phase of each search by participating in client kick-off meetings and developing the position specification and target list.
• Gather industry information and identify prospects; present opportunities to clients.
• Validate candidates through reference and sourcing calls.
• Partner with consultants to develop and present a slate of qualified candidates.
• Prepare position specifications, candidate presentations and reference reports.
• Communicate search progress with Consultants and Administrative staff; maintain client updates.
• Keep candidate pools up-to-date and develop market knowledge across sectors.
• Assist with business development and practice initiatives.

Job description

Spencer Stuart is seeking an Associate for the Industrial Practice to support CEO and C-level executive searches, across sectors, while building a specialization over time. The role integrates project management, research, assessment, sourcing and relationship-building within a global team, with in-office presence required two days weekly in Washington, DC, New York, or Chicago.

Ideal candidates will have 3+ years in executive search, strong writing and communication skills, and curiosity about