Senior Researcher - Remote

Overview

Aston Fisher is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Senior Researcher to join its growing executive search team. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven recruitment professional to work closely with senior leadership, delivering high-level search assignments across sectors including Industrials and Life Sciences.

In Short

• Manage and deliver multiple executive search assignments simultaneously
• Partner with Client Partners to prepare client briefs, competency screeners, and advert copy
• Develop longlists and talent pipelines by identifying target companies and high-calibre candidates
• Engage and approach prospective candidates through telephone outreach, LinkedIn, email, and other sourcing tools
• Conduct technical competency-based candidate interviews
• Generate candidate shortlists aligned to client requirements and competencies
• Gather market intelligence and competitor insights to support business development activity
• Maintain accurate candidate records within the company CRM/database
• Coordinate interview scheduling and manage feedback processes between clients and candidates
• Produce detailed candidate reports and market mapping documentation
• Support offer management and candidate negotiation processes
• Contribute ideas and best practices to improve search delivery and team performance

Requirements

• Previous recruitment experience within executive search, retained search, or interim recruitment
• Strong experience conducting candidate assessment interviews
• Proven ability to independently generate candidate longlists and shortlists
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Confidence interacting with senior executives and stakeholders
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• A proactive and self-motivated approach to learning and professional development
• Experience within Industrials or Life Sciences sectors would be advantageous but is not essential
• Proficiency using LinkedIn Recruiter and recruitment sourcing tools
• Reliable laptop/computer and stable high-speed internet connection

Benefits

• Streamlined hiring process connecting skilled professionals with top businesses
• Ongoing support for career growth
• Focus on long-term success
• Opportunity to work with respected UK-based businesses
• Develop expertise in retained search and talent mapping