Executive Search Resourcer

Location: Remote – South Africa Sector: Technology & Finance Employment Type: Full-time Working Hours: 09:00–17:00 UK time, Monday to Friday Role Overview Our client is a specialist UK-based executive search consultancy operating across the Technology and Finance sectors . They are seeking an experienced and polished Senior Executive Search Resourcer to support senior-level and executive search assignments across the UK, Europe and the United States. This role is focused on identifying, engaging and qualifying high-calibre professionals at Director, VP, C-suite and senior leadership level . This is not a high-volume recruitment or CV sourcing position. The successful candidate will be expected to take a highly targeted, research-led and consultative approach to executive search. You will build detailed market maps, approach passive candidates with credibility, conduct meaningful qualification conversations and develop long-term relationships with senior professionals. You will work closely with Executive Search Consultants and Partners, providing high-quality candidate intelligence, market insight and research throughout the search lifecycle. Requirements Primary Responsibilities Identify and headhunt senior-level candidates across specialist Technology and Finance markets. Conduct detailed market mapping to identify relevant companies, teams, leadership structures and potential candidates. Source candidates through LinkedIn Recruiter, professional networks, internal databases and targeted research. Engage passive candidates at Director, VP, C-suite and executive level in a professional and credible manner. Conduct detailed candidate qualification and screening calls. Assess candidates based on experience, leadership capability, career motivations, compensation expectations and future objectives. Build a strong understanding of each candidate's professional background and suitability for specific executive search assignments. Present well-qualified and accurately documented candidate profiles to the Executive Search Consultant or Partner. Build and maintain long-term relationships with senior professionals, rather than engaging candidates solely for immediate vacancies. Maintain regular communication and follow-up with candidates throughout the search process. Gather market intelligence relating to organisational structures, senior appointments, leadership movements and competitor activity. Identify potential commercial intelligence and business development opportunities uncovered through candidate conversations and market research. Maintain accurate candidate records, notes, search activity and follow-up actions within the ATS and CRM. Support the preparation of candidate reports, market maps, longlists, shortlists and search documentation. Assist with interview coordination and candidate management throughout the recruitment process. Provide ongoing market feedback to Consultants regarding candidate availability, compensation trends and market sentiment. Contribute to the continuous development of the firm's candidate network across Technology and Finance. Qualifications and Experience The successful candidate should have: A minimum of 3 years' experience within executive search, permanent recruitment, recruitment research or senior-level resourcing. Proven experience sourcing and engaging Director, VP, C-suite or other senior-level professionals . Previous experience working within executive search or a highly targeted headhunting environment is strongly preferred. Experience recruiting internationally, ideally across the UK, Europe and/or United States . Strong market mapping and candidate research skills. Proven ability to identify and engage passive candidates. Excellent candidate qualification and consultative interviewing skills. Confidence discussing senior-level career moves, motivations, compensation and leadership experience. Strong written and verbal English communication skills. Excellent relationship-building skills and the ability to establish credibility with senior professionals. Strong commercial awareness and an understanding of how candidate conversations can generate useful market and business intelligence. Experience using LinkedIn Recruiter, ATS platforms and CRM systems . Strong attention to detail and accurate candidate documentation. Excellent organisational and time-management skills. The ability to manage multiple executive search assignments simultaneously. The ability to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating closely with the wider search team. Technology & Finance Market Exposure Experience recruiting within one or more of the following areas would be advantageous: Technology Software and SaaS FinTech Data and Analytics Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity Cloud and Infrastructure Digital Transformation Technology Leadership Product and Engineering IT Services and Consulting Finance Financial Services Banking Private Equity Investment Management FinTech Corporate Finance Accounting and Finance Leadership Risk and Compliance Insurance CFO and senior finance leadership appointments Candidates do not necessarily need experience across both Technology and Finance, provided they have strong executive search expertise within a relevant specialist market. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will be: Professional, polished and credible when communicating with senior executives. Naturally inquisitive and comfortable asking detailed questions. Consultative rather than transactional in their approach. Confident speaking with Director, VP and C-suite professionals. Skilled at building trust and developing long-term candidate relationships. Comfortable challenging candidates and thoroughly assessing their suitability. Commercially aware and able to recognise valuable market intelligence. Research-driven and able to understand complex organisational structures and specialist markets. Persistent and confident when approaching passive candidates. Highly organised and disciplined with follow-up. Detail-oriented when recording candidate and market information. Focused on delivering quality rather than volume . Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of search assignments. Motivated by working within a high-quality executive search environment. What Success Looks Like Success in this position will be measured by: The quality and relevance of candidates identified. Ability to engage difficult-to-reach senior professionals. Quality and depth of candidate qualification. Accuracy and completeness of market mapping. Strength of candidate relationships developed over time. Quality of candidate profiles presented to Consultants and Partners. Consistency of candidate follow-up and pipeline management. Quality of market intelligence gathered. Contribution to successful executive search assignments. Accuracy of ATS and CRM records. Ability to identify potential commercial opportunities through market conversations. Benefits Working Requirements Full-time position. Monday to Friday. 09:00–17:00 UK time. Fully remote from South Africa. Reliable internet connection and professional home-working environment required. Regular telephone and video conversations with senior candidates across international markets will form a core part of the role. Originally posted on Himalayas