Assignment: 205
Title: Research Associate
Position Responsibilities:
- Identify and develop target companies, candidates and sources through reference materials and on-line services, as well as calling target companies to identify individuals.
- Execution and management of the search strategy, as well as providing regular and timely information to keep the Recruiter apprised of progress.
- Telephone screening of potential prospects and sources to determine appropriateness as a candidate or reliable source.
- Provide the Executive Recruiter with business development packages for potential clients.
- Work with the Recruiter to develop and refine the search strategy.
- Update the database with candidate and company information.
- Communicate with industry leaders as sources and for general market and company feedback.
- Continued education to enhance research skills and knowledge of trends in the industry.
- Conduct reference checks on candidates.
Qualifications:
- We are seeking someone who exhibits pride in their work, has a sense of urgency, and a strong work ethic.
- Personal maturity and good judgment are essential in a rapidly changing and often demanding work environment where teamwork and partnership are required.
- Outstanding organizational skills.
- Must be outgoing, assertive, and have a customer service orientation.
- Must be proactive, self-motivated, and detail oriented while not losing track of the big picture.
- Must be a good listener, naturally curious, and able to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of business.
- Must be able to grasp concepts quickly, think beyond traditional methods to exceed client’s expectations, manage a demanding search load, balance multiple tasks, and switch gears while maintaining priorities.
- Must be articulate and able to communicate well in both written and oral presentations.
- Must be comfortable and competent using technology in a business setting.
- Willingness to work outside normal working hours is essential.
- Some college, a degree is preferred.