Introduction
This Researcher will be part of the APSL - Associate Partner Search Leads team, responsible for recruiting Associate Partner-level professionals for IBM Consulting in the Americas.
Your Role And Responsibilities
Leverage deep expertise in research methodology, tools, and talent intelligence to lead complex, high-impact research projects aligned with hiring priorities.
Serve as a strategic thought partner to recruiters and hiring leaders, providing market insights, talent mapping, and diversity research to support executive searches.
Drive diversity-focused research strategies to ensure equitable and representative top-of-funnel pipelines.
Lead and improve research operations by aligning with global standards, ensuring data integrity, and optimizing usage of tools and platforms.
Problem Solving & Business Partnership
* Recognize and solve complex functional challenges using a combination of analytical rigor, business acumen, and creativity.
* Build and maintain influential relationships with stakeholders across executive recruiting, HR, and the business to align research initiatives with broader talent strategies.
* Translate data and insights into clear, actionable recommendations that inform executive hiring decisions and long-term workforce planning.
Leadership & Team Contribution
* Lead special projects, initiatives, and cross-functional efforts to elevate research capability and executive hiring excellence.
* Inspire a high-performance culture by using data and feedback to drive continuous improvement, both individually and across the team.
* Actively contributes to shaping team culture, processes, and performance measurement.
Program and Business Impact
* Take ownership of projects that span functions and regions, contributing to business-critical initiatives and optimizing hiring outcomes at the executive level.
* Participate in strategic planning cycles (e.g., headcount planning, talent segmentation) and contribute to long-term talent intelligence strategies.
* Operate with high autonomy, proactively identifying opportunities for innovation, efficiency, and enhanced impact.
Required Technical And Professional Expertise
Demonstrated expertise in executive research, talent intelligence, or executive recruiting, with a strong understanding of research methodologies and market analysis tools.
Preferred Technical And Professional Experience
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