Research Associate - Executive Search

The research team is a strategically important function in the company.

We have established a well developed research function with 4 Researcher in Oslo. Our business is growing and we are now looking at strengthening our research function with one more Researcher, based in Stavanger.

As a Research Associate, you will work closely with our 7 partners and our clients, and you will be responsible for performing the research and supporting the development of new business.

The successful candidate is articulate, well-read and capable of cultivating an ecosystem of great talent and great clients and has the ability to work methodically.

Our associates are highly interactive, collaborative, and team-oriented — together we achieve success. 

Retained search is a form of management consulting that involves intensive research and analysis. Your typical responsibilities include the following: 

• Client meetings
• Developing search strategies
• Writing job descriptions and develop the ”selling story”
• Conducting candidate research
• Client reports
• Managing clients and candidates
• Managing the interview process
• Taking up references
• Be part of the closing process
• Identifying clients through business development
• Promoting our services to potential clients 

We’re interested in hearing from applicants who possesses a sense of urgency, are result driven, and who are motivated by achieving results for our clients. 

Preferred profile;

• University degree
• Preferably at least 3-5 years experience from research, sales, or marketing
• Passion for business, technology & media
• Skills in database management (we use FileFinder as a tool)
• Fluency in English and Norwegian
• Excellent communication skills
• Analytical and structured