Executive Search Consultant

11 Investments; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

A global recruitment company is seeking a Researcher to drive success in executive search projects. The role involves market mapping, candidate identification, and supporting various research projects. A confident communicator with experience in building relationships, strong project management skills, and meticulous attention to detail is desired. The ideal candidate will excel in a fast-paced environment and be open to US working hours. The position is based in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa.

Qualifications

• Confident communicator with relationship-building skills.
• Experienced in market mapping and understanding industry structures.
• Proficient in conducting qualification calls and assessing candidate fit.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead market mapping and identify target talent ecosystems.
• Use CRM to document candidate interactions.
• Source top-tier candidates from online platforms.
• Conduct qualification calls to assess candidate suitability.
• Support Consultants in managing live searches.
• Lead market research and competitive intelligence projects.
• Lead or support market research and competitive intelligence projects.
• Create professional marketing documents and project materials.
• Proactively generate client leads through CV profiling and reference checks.
• Manage CV preparation and administrative duties as required.

Skills

Communication

Market mapping

Project management

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Time management

US hours

Microsoft Office

Tools

CRM software

LinkedIn

Job description

Building scalable and profitable recruitment businesses through talent acquisition and investments

FIFTEEN WEST is part of the 11 Investments Group. This role is to recruit Recruiters. FIFTEEN WEST is a global recruitment business dedicated to finding the best recruitment talent worldwide, partnering with recruitment businesses in London and New York. We pride ourselves on building and maintaining authentic relationships that continuously service and grow our network. Headquartered in central London and New York, we are a dynamic team of passionate recruiters who believe in levelling up the industry by supporting each other, doing things right, and placing relationships over transactions.

Purpose of the Role

As a Researcher, you will play a key role in driving the success of our retained executive search projects. You’ll take the lead on search strategy, market mapping, candidate identification, and acquisition, working closely with the delivery and leadership teams to identify and engage high‑impact talent for our clients. Alongside this, you’ll support and occasionally lead a variety of market research, business intelligence, and marketing projects—both to enhance client delivery and to contribute to FIFTEEN WEST’s own growth and strategic initiatives. You will report directly to Lisa Walder and work closely with the wider team to manage the research pipeline, promote collaboration, and champion the achievements and capacity of the research function.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on market mapping, identifying target companies, candidate pools, and relevant talent ecosystems for each search.
• Use our customised CRM system to manage, update, and document all candidate conversations, records, and actions.
• Source and identify top‑tier candidates using online platforms (e.g. LinkedIn and specialist databases) for active and future mandates.
• Conduct qualification calls with potential candidates to assess suitability, motivation, and alignment with client requirements.
• Support Consultants with the day‑to‑day management of live searches, ensuring consistent delivery of strong candidate shortlists.
• Conduct structured candidate profiling interviews using the company’s proven interview framework, ensuring all data is accurately captured.
• Lead or support market research and competitive intelligence projects, both client‑facing and internal.
• Create professional marketing documents and project materials, including candidate briefs, role profiles, and research summaries.
• Proactively generate client leads through CV profiling, reference checking, and candidate conversations.
• Manage CV preparation and administrative duties as required.

About You

• A confident and engaging communicator who enjoys building relationships with people at all levels.
• Experienced or confident in market mapping and understanding industry structures.
• Skilled in conducting qualification and screening calls, able to assess candidate motivations, experience, and fit.
• Strong written communication skills, with the ability to create professional marketing materials and project documentation.
• Highly organised with strong project management skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proactive, self‑motivated, and capable of managing your own time effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Open to doing US hours.
• Curious and growth‑minded, always eager to learn and develop.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and quick to learn new tools.
• Comfortable juggling multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Adaptable, with the ability to operate effectively within a dynamic, growing business.

Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Hit Easy Apply or get in touch with Sarah Selisko‑Black for more info.