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Research Associate, Executive Search, AustraliaRRAs mission is to improve the way the world is led. Here in Singapore, our firm supports some of the largest companies in finding their critical leaders. Our Researcher team supports our Consultants and works directly with the Board, CEOs, and Leadership teams of our clients businesses.The RoleResearchers will specialize in a particular RRA Industry, Capability, or Practice and provide strategic domain expertise to Consultants and the firm overall. This person should be seen as the go-to for information in his/her expertise, and the keeper of relevant information and resources. This role will support the entire search lifecycle from assisting Consultants in the identification of business development opportunities through the executive search process to the closure of an assignment.We are currently seeking to hire an outstanding Research Associate to join our team based in our Singapore office.Key ResponsibilitiesManaging Search Pipeline & ProcessFormulate a compelling search strategy independently and contribute to its execution.Consistently identify and develop best in class, high-quality, diverse candidate slates by utilizing extensive online and proprietary database searches.Approach and source key industry players to understand market dynamics, company reputation, and recommendations for top talent.Ensure candidates are market-validated and share market insights gathered during a project with internal and external clients.Assist consultants in managing candidate and client communications throughout the search process.Liaise with colleagues in other offices to leverage our global network by sharing ideas and best practices.Collaborate with administrative support in the creation of content-rich, insight-driven client status reports.Maintain the highest quality information on the database, including the timely and rigorous capture of insight gathered during search work.Business DevelopmentDemonstrate domain expertise and insights that inform Consultants strategic views of the business.Closely monitor market trends, relevant industry news, and RRA network to highlight potential opportunities for Consultants.Conduct background research and generate market insights to drive content for pitches and client presentations.Attend and contribute expertise to pitches and client meetings when appropriate.Work closely with the Knowledge team to capture both search and non-search related information in the RRA database.Supporting Research & Local CommunityDevelop and evangelize best practices and opportunities for continuous improvement.Promote a strong research community and serve as a culture carrier.Identify and introduce potential employees to the firm, both opportunistically and when there is a specific hiring need.Participate in onboarding and training new research hires.Support, train, and mentor junior members of the team.RRA is committed to the development of our employees and offers dedicated career paths for Researchers. Career researchers can progress into global Research Leadership or deepen sectoral expertise.Candidate ProfileThe ideal candidate will bring 2+ years of business experience within a commercial or business-related role that focused on data gathering and insight analysis or from the research function of a relevant practice within a top-tier executive search firm. Relevant industry experience is required; candidates should have the ability to operate seamlessly with Consultants and clients within their relevant Industry/Capability.EducationBachelors degree from a respected institution.Required SkillsAnalytical with a high level of intellectual curiosity.Results-oriented with strong project management capabilities.Highly organized and adept at multi-tasking.Excellent communication and interpersonal relationship skills.Strong proficiency in MS Office, Excel, and PowerPoint.The CompanyRussell Reynolds Associates is a global leadership advisory and executive search firm. We help our clients bring the future into focus by building teams of transformational leaders who can meet todays challenges.Read more about us on www.russellreynolds.comWe thank all applicants for their interest in this position. However, due to the volume of applicants, please note we will only be in contact with those individuals who are most aligned with the key requirements.Seniority LevelMid-Senior levelEmployment TypeFull-timeJob FunctionResearch and ConsultingIndustriesBusiness Consulting and Services #J-18808-Ljbffr