Executive Search - Researcher

Are you a curious, driven individual who thrives on connecting people with opportunity

We're looking for a detail-oriented and ambitious Researcher who has the potential to grow into a high-impact Executive Search Consultant. This role is ideal for someone passionate about talent discovery, reading candidates psyche, and the art of great matchmaking between candidates and companies.

As an Exec Search Researcher, you'll be at the forefront of our search effortsuncovering top-tier talent, guiding candidates through the initial stages of the hiring journey, and supporting our consultants in delivering exceptional placements.

Your work will directly impact client success and candidate career growth.

What You'll Be Doing

1. Talent Mapping & Market Research

• Partner closely with our Executive Search Consultants to understand role requirements and hiring goals.
• Conduct strategic research to identify and map talent pools across the APAC tech landscape.
• Build and maintain pipelines of high-potential candidates for current and future mandates.

2. Candidate Sourcing & Outreach

• Use a range of sourcing toolsLinkedIn, databases, networksto identify and engage with top talent.
• Craft compelling outreach messages to spark interest and start meaningful conversations.
• Nurture relationships and ensure an excellent candidate experience from the first touchpoint.

3. Initial Screening & Candidate Evaluation

• Conduct first-round calls to assess candidates skills, motivations, and cultural fit.
• Provide structured feedback and recommendations to the consulting team.
• Maintain clear and organized documentation of candidate interactions.

4. Team Collaboration & Reporting

• Share insights, pipeline updates, and sourcing strategies with the consulting team.
• Be an active contributor in a collaborative, feedback-driven environment.

What You Bring

• A thoughtful, curious mindsetyou're someone who enjoys connecting the dots and uncovering patterns others might miss.
• You enjoy the huntonline sleuthing is second nature to you, and like Sherlock, you know how to dig deep and find what others can't.
• Previous experience in recruitment, sourcing, or research is a plusbut attitude, curiosity, and drive matter more.
• Strong research and analytical skills with an eye for spotting high-potential talent.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.
• Genuine interest in the technology sector and a hunger to learn.

About Progression Search

Progression Search is a boutique executive search firm specializing in the Technology industry across the APAC region. We're proud members of the Continental Search Alliance group, working with leading startups and fast-growing companies in domains like Cloud, Cybersecurity, AI, Digital Marketing, and more.

We place senior-level talents in business development, account management, consulting, marketing, sales ops, and leadership roles. Our unique search methodology blends years of tech expertise with proven frameworks like Lou Adler's Performance-Based Hiring.

We're tech-savvy, talent-obsessed, and deeply committed to making a real differenceboth for our clients and for the people we place. We like to think of ourselves as the quarterback of the search process: strategic, responsive, and always one step ahead.

Our greatest asset Our people.

Meet the team