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Job Description: 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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JOB OVERVIEW

Experience level

Senior

Location

Mundelein, IL

Occupation

Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants

Industry

Executive Search Services

Posted

5 days ago

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