Research Associate, Executive Recruiting

Description

• Design and carry out targeted search strategies for roles across levels and businesses, utilizing various tools and databases to identify high-potential candidates.
• Manage multiple searches, tracking progress and deliverables to ensure an equitable and efficient experience for all involved.
• Assist in preparing detailed candidate profiles and reports to support client presentations and hiring decisions.
• Stay updated on industry and market trends to improve search effectiveness and inform recruitment strategies.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records in the candidate database, ensuring data accuracy and compliance.
• Work closely with recruiters to refine search approaches, share insights, and advise on talent strategies to meet critical business needs.
• Conduct market research to gather insights into candidate pools, competitor activity and industry trends to support informed recruitment decisions.
• Build and maintain a diverse pipeline of qualified candidates, proactively engaging with both active and passive candidates to establish relationships for current and future hiring needs.

Requirements

• Demonstrated success in delivering search services, particularly in high-impact roles.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited, not-for-profit University or College.
• Strong aptitude for learning new subject matter quickly, with the ability to understand and support a diverse range of markets, roles, and business initiatives.
• Experience working as part of a team, with the ability to collaborate effectively, sharing knowledge, and support colleagues.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proven experience conducting comprehensive research and using databases and industry sources to identify talent and gather market insights.
• Experience using tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter and industry publications for market mapping and talent identification.
• Capability to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of recruiting systems and processes.
• Minimum 2-3 years of research or recruiting experience within a search firm or in-house recruiting team.
• Experience in executive recruiting, including outreach, candidate engagement, and presentation to hiring stakeholders.

Benefits

• On-site fitness center and/or reimbursed fitness center membership costs (location dependent)
• Commuter and parking benefits
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Medical / Vision / Dental / Prescription Drug
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Complimentary gourmet coffee, tea, hot chocolate, fresh fruit, and other healthy snacks
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Virtual and in person mental health counseling services for individuals and family
• Access to CoStar Group’s Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Employee Resource Groups
• Life, legal, and supplementary insurance
• 401(K) retirement plan with matching contributions

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance