Talent Acquisition Researcher

About This Role

This role focuses on delivering high-quality sourcing and talent mapping to support priority hiring across EMEA. As part of the Talent Acquisition Research team, you will work closely with recruiters and fellow researchers to support search strategy, build targeted longlists, and map relevant talent pools across various levels, functions, and geographies. You will also share practical talent insights, including candidate availability and relevant competitor activity, to help inform search delivery.

Responsibilities

• Participate in search kick-off meetings with recruiters and hiring managers, helping define target profiles, relevant organizations, and sourcing channels
• Partner closely with recruiters to translate business priorities into structured, insight-led research plans
• Deliver high-quality longlists and detailed market maps for priority hiring across EMEA, covering a range of levels, functions, and business areas
• Act as a talent market adviser by sharing clear insight on external talent dynamics, competitor activity, and leadership trends
• Build and maintain industry and functional research insight through ongoing monitoring of relevant markets and competitors

Requirements

• Experience in talent research, sourcing, or executive search, ideally gained in a retained search firm or in-house Talent Acquisition research function
• Strong talent mapping and sourcing capability, including LinkedIn Recruiter, X-ray search, AI-assisted research techniques, data mining approaches, and other advanced sourcing tools
• Experience building targeted longlists and mapping external talent pools across different functions, sectors, and geographies
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to support recruiters, hiring managers, and senior stakeholders on search strategy
• Commercial judgment and ability to translate business priorities into structured sourcing plans
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present market insight clearly and credibly
• High attention to detail, discretion, and sound judgment when handling confidential searches and candidate information
• Ability to work at pace, manage changing priorities, and maintain high standards
• Fluency in English is required

Nice to have:

• Additional European languages

Benefits

• Robust performance development process that promotes continuous learning
• Rewards for contributions
• Culture of meritocracy
• Top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities
• Benefits and resources to support personal well-being

About the Company

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with entrepreneurial, action, and results-oriented professionals. Its culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact clients and shape the industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work are guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity.