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The primary focus of this role is supporting the Industrial practice in preparing for business development meetings and delivering on executive search projects. This may include:
* Preparing company overviews for account teams
* Researching companies and developing target lists
* Identifying potential candidates from a variety of online and proprietary tools
* Calling companies to determine organization structure
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Searcher™ Data Quality Management and Entry – Consistently inputting and updating highly confidential candidate records in Korn Ferry’s proprietary CRM.
* Business Development Support – Actively participating in designing the search and business development strategy with the Senior Client Partner and Consultant; pro-active involvement as a valued team contributor throughout the search process from pitch to candidate development.
* Candidate Research – Providing research in support of candidate identification and business development activities of the practice.
* Internal/External Call Participation – Attending and/or listening in on kick-off meetings, suggesting possible targets, and attending client briefings/meetings.
* Focus on Client and Candidate Service – Developing a full understanding of the search and the research needs of internal clients, developing confidence and trust of both internal and external clients.
* Market Intelligence – Teaming up on “proprietary” market intelligence projects, proactively identifying and tracking organizational, industry, and/or functional trends and reporting findings.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
* 2 – 5 years of relevant experience in market intelligence and research, or in the fields of human resources, search, selection, or consultancy.
* Experience in active candidate identification and sourcing or comparable research experience.
* Hands-on mentality: high sense of urgency and knows how to work under pressure.
* Creative and commercial.
* Extensive interest in a broad spectrum of subjects.
* Excellent analytical skills.
* Self-motivation and excellent time management skills.
* Ability to build and maintain professional relationships.
* Articulate, cogent verbal communication skills and strong written communication skills.
EDUCATION
* Education: bachelor’s or master’s degree