Executive Search Researcher

FIFTEEN WEST is part of the 11 Investments Group. This role is to recruit Recruiters

FIFTEEN WEST is a global recruitment to recruitment business, dedicated to finding the BEST recruitment talent globally. We partner 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.

• Confident using canva

• 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 systems.

• Comfortable juggling multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

• Adaptable, with the ability to operate effectively within a dynamic,

growing business.

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