Job Description:

JOB REQUISITION

Research Associate

LOCATION

MA BOSTON

JOB DESCRIPTION

Robert Half Executive Search (RHES) is the retained search division of Robert Half, one of
the largest and most successful Fortune 500 staffing companies in the world. RHES specializes
in placing senior and executive level talent across a broad spectrum of functional areas. We are
adept in highly specialized searches, where the client is seeking a specific and complex
background and/or industry experience that is difficult to find. We focus on the recruitment of
executive-level financial, information technology, sales and marketing, legal and human
resources professionals, as well as CFOs, COOs, and CEOs, across all industry sectors.
Robert Half Executive Search has been recognized in the top 5 on Forbes’ list of “America’s
Best Executive Recruiting Firms” for the past 5 years.
THE POSITION

Title: Research Associate

Location: Open

Job Description: Research Associates are part of the search execution team that is responsible
for identifying, recruiting, and vetting potential candidates. The Research Associate works with
Search Associates, Principals and Managing Directors to understand the ideal candidate profile
and then create a strategy for identifying the most qualified candidates. Research Associates use
multiple resources and databases to source candidates and generate a Candidate Pipeline, in
addition to providing key market intelligence to the execution team throughout the lifetime of the
search.
Primary Responsibilities:
• Upon client engagement, you will partner with the Managing Director and Search
Associate to begin identifying qualified candidates. This partnership continues until the
search is completed.
• Participate in the official search launch with the client and the internal execution team.
• Use the client kick-off call to develop a market assessment of available talent and come
up with target industries, companies, and titles to share with the internal team and advise
on initial strategy for identifying candidates.
• Use multiple resources and databases to generate names of candidates and find their
contact information.
• Create a Candidate Pipeline list using our internal database, Invenias.
• Communicate daily with Search Associates and MDs about your progress and what you
are finding in the market.
• Participate in search status calls with the client and internal team as necessary.
• Review the Progress Report in Invenias weekly for feedback on candidate profiles.
• Partner on multiple search engagements at a time and provide research in a timely
manner.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree required
• One to three plus years of experience in sourcing candidates or prospects in the
staffing/recruiting, retained search, professional services, or non-profit industry
• Experience with Salesforce, Invenias or other CRM
• Knowledge of Boolean logic a plus
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize information and present a clear and concise strategy
• Demonstrated ability to take direction as well as a willingness to seek clarity when
needed and initiate original ideas
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage demanding goals
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of team with integrity and accountability
• Demonstrated ability to be creative and think outside the box
• Demonstrated ability to be agile and flexible when projects shift direction
To apply please send your resume and cover letter to Whitney McManama, Director of US
Research Operations, whitney.mcmanama@roberthalfes.com

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  PERFORMANCE = REWARD – We offer exceptional earning potential and a competitive benefits package, including a base salary; paid time off; group health, life and disability insurance; and retirement savings plans. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources.


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  UPWARD MOBILITY – With more than 300 staffing locations worldwide, we provide excellent career advancement potential, both locally and beyond.


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  TOOLS FOR SUCCESS – We provide world-class training, client relationship management tools and advanced technology to help you succeed.


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  RESPECTED WORLDWIDE – Robert Half has appeared on FORTUNE magazine’s list of “Most Admired Companies” since 1998, as well as numerous “Best Places to Work” lists around the world.


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Robert Half International Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Vet

JOB LOCATION

MA BOSTONATLANTA - PEACHTREE, AUSTIN, BELLEVUE, CHICAGO

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