Are you ready to play a pivotal role in connecting exceptional talent with transformative leadership opportunities? A leading UK-based executive search firm is looking for a Senior Researcher to join their high-performing team, working across Life Sciences, Manufacturing, Aerospace and Renewable Energy.
You will be a key player in delivering end-to-end executive search assignments: developing longlists, assessing top-tier candidates and providing market intelligence that shapes client decisions.
This is a full-time, fully remote role for a South Africa-based candidate, working UK business hours.
What you will be doing
Independently manage and deliver multiple executive search projects at the same time
Work with Partners and Client Partners to develop detailed client briefs, screening tools and supporting documentation
Identify and approach high-calibre candidates through targeted research using LinkedIn, email, phone and automation tools
Conduct structured competency-based interviews to assess suitability against client mandates
Produce longlists and shortlists with accompanying written candidate reports
Coordinate interviews and manage candidate and client communication throughout the process
Support offer management and negotiation alongside the Client Partner
Document and manage all candidate data in the internal CRM
Feed market insight from candidate conversations back into business development
Requirements
Essential
Proven ability to work autonomously and generate quality candidate shortlists
Strong interviewing and candidate assessment skills at senior or executive level
Excellent written and spoken English, with the confidence to engage senior stakeholders
Comfortable running multiple projects to deadline
A strong learning mindset and drive for continuous professional development
Reliable fibre or LTE internet, a working laptop and access to LinkedIn
A quiet, dedicated workspace and the ability to work UK business hours
Desirable
Familiarity with Life Sciences, Engineering or Supply Chain markets
Experience using a recruitment CRM or ATS
Experience with sourcing automation tools
Remote Recruitment is a recruitment firm specializing in connecting skilled South African professionals with top UK-based companies. The company operates a streamlined hiring process focused on tech and customer service roles, leveraging remote work arrangements to build talent pipelines across international markets. They provide ongoing support and career growth opportunities for candidates while helping UK businesses identify and hire top-tier talent. Remote Recruitment focuses on long-term placements and maintains a mission centered on candidate success and organizational fit.
