Life Sciences Executive Search Senior Associate

Heidrick & Struggles; California; On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision

Disability leave

Parental leave

Paid time off

401k contribution

Job summary

Heidrick & Struggles is a premier provider of executive search and leadership advisory services globally, partnering with clients across 29 countries. The Senior Associate role sits at the center of the search process, owning workstreams, shaping strategy, and driving execution with senior executives and board‑level talent.

You will apply problem solving to map markets, assess candidates, and synthesize data into insights for client delivery. A fast‑paced, high‑performance environment awaits.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years professional experience or 3+ years transferable recruiting experience.
• Undergraduate BA/BS degree required; life sciences/healthcare background preferred.
• High‑performance environments with structured training and development.
• Exceptional communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute differentiated search strategies with consultants.
• Conduct rigorous interviews to assess capability, trajectory, motivations, and fit.
• Deliver structured, high‑judgment assessments to clients.
• Synthesize large volumes of qualitative and quantitative data into actionable recommendations.
• Build trusted relationships with senior executives and high‑potential candidates.

Skills

Executive search

Candidate assessment

Client delivery

Relationship management

Sourcing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Heidrick & Struggles is a premier provider of executive search and leadership advisory services globally, partnering with clients across 29 countries. The Senior Associate role sits at the center of the search process, owning workstreams, shaping strategy, and driving execution with senior executives and board‑level talent.

You will apply problem solving to map markets, assess candidates, and synthesize data into insights for client delivery. A fast‑paced, high‑performance environment awaits.