Executive Search Associate
heidrick strugglesOak Park, IL
Executive Search Associate
heidrick strugglesOak Park, ILSenior L5
Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative AssistantsHuman Resources SpecialistsTalent Directors
APPLY NOW (opens in a new tab)Executive Search Associate Some of the most important decisions organizations make come down to one thing: leadership As an Executive Search Associate, you’ll play a key role in helping clients make those decisions by identifying and engaging exceptional leadership talent. You’ll work alongside experienced consultants, engage with senior executives, and build highly valuable skills in research, relationship management, and client advisor
What You’ll Do:
- Identify and engage top leadership talent
- Build market insights, talent maps, and candidate pipelines
- Partner with consultants on high-impact client work
- Support candidate assessment and search execution
- Deliver an exceptional client and candidate experience
Who You Are:
- Curious, driven, and proactive
- Strong communicator and relationship builder
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Analytical with strong problem-solving skills
What You Bring:
- 3–4 years of professional experience, or 2+ years of transferable recruiting experience
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Experience in recruiting, executive search, talent acquisition, consulting, or related fields preferred
- Experience with market research, candidate sourcing, or CRM tools is a plus
What You’ll Gain:
- Exposure to senior leaders and complex business challenges
- Skills in executive search, leadership advisory, and talent strategy
- Mentorship from experienced consultants
- Meaningful opportunities for growth and career advancement
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Level
Senior L5
Location
Oak Park, IL
Occupation
Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants
Industry
Executive Search Services
Posted
13 days ago