Researcher – Executive Search

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Researcher – Executive Search

London

Compass Carter Osborne (Part of Compass Recruitment Solutions)

About Us

Compass Carter Osborne is a specialist executive search division of Compass Recruitment Solutions (CRS), a market-leading recruitment business focused on the Health, Care, Education, and Life Sciences sectors.

We are a founder‑led, values‑driven company proud of our culture—where ambition, collaboration, and a sense of fun are at the heart of everything we do. Our teams are encouraged to thrive, achieve their full potential, and enjoy the journey along the way.

As an award‑winning Executive Search provider (Recruitment Firm of the Year – 2019, 2021, 2022, ), we are the go‑to partner for critical C‑suite and senior‑level hiring. Our clients include leading care providers, private equity investors, and high‑net‑worth individuals who trust us to find the very best talent for their businesses.

The Opportunity

Due to continued growth and success, we are seeking an Executive Researcher to join our London office. This is a key role supporting the delivery of high‑profile retained search mandates across the Health and Care sectors.

As a Researcher, you'll play a central part in identifying and engaging top‑tier leadership talent, providing market insight, and helping to shape the future of our clients' businesses.

• Collaborate closely with Executive Search Consultants on retained mandates and market‑mapping projects
• Attend client briefings and project meetings to gain a deep understanding of each assignment
• Identify, engage, and qualify senior‑level candidates against defined competencies and role criteria
• Use headhunting and market intelligence techniques to uncover the best talent in the market
• Build and maintain accurate records, market maps, and talent pools
• Produce detailed candidate profiles and progress reports, both qualitative and quantitative
• Lead candidate engagement and relationship management throughout the process
• Work closely with Partners and Consultants to prepare shortlists and presentation materials
• Continuously develop sector knowledge through market literature, networking, and event attendance

At Compass Carter Osborne, you’ll be part of a truly market‑leading team at an exciting stage of growth. You’ll work alongside experienced consultants who are passionate about their sectors, in a business that has built a reputation for excellence.

12 months experience in contingency or executive search. Exceptional academic credentials, a thirst for knowledge and the tenacity and enthusiasm to approach industry leaders about only the most suitable of C‑suite opportunities are all essential attributes to succeed in this role.

Other key skills required include:

• You’ll be a true team player
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to build relationships effectively through demonstrating first‑class market knowledge, and a sincere, honest, and open communication style
• Enjoy working within an enthusiastic, engaging, skilled team, but also to have the ability to work independently where required
• Previous research experience (beneficial)

• Competitive salary & commission structure
• Simply Health Cash Plan
• Gold Standard Investors in People – with clear career progression, wellness support, and personal development opportunities
• Quarterly company events & a vibrant social calendar
• Increasing annual leave allowance
• Early finish every Friday

Apply now and become part of something exceptional.

Entry level

Full‑time

Research and Consulting