Korn/Ferry International - New York, NY
posted 3 months ago
The Research Analyst position at Korn Ferry serves as an entry point into a dynamic career development track that offers numerous opportunities for growth and innovation. As a Research Analyst, you will play a crucial role in supporting the practice by preparing for business development meetings and executing executive search projects. This role is designed for individuals who are eager to make an impact, not only on the business but also on their own careers. The culture at Korn Ferry is colleague-centric, emphasizing creativity, collaboration, performance, inclusivity, integrity, and agility. You will be encouraged to contribute to the success of the business and to develop your skills in a supportive environment. In your role, you will be responsible for preparing company overviews for account teams, researching companies, developing target lists, and identifying potential candidates using various online and proprietary tools. You will also engage in calling companies to determine their organizational structure. The position offers a clear career path, with opportunities for promotion to Associate, which involves extensive client contact and business development responsibilities. Additionally, successful candidates may advance to more senior research roles, such as Knowledge Manager, within specific sectors or Centers of Excellence (COE). Your responsibilities will also include managing data quality in the proprietary Client Resource Management (CRM) system, actively participating in business development strategies, and providing research support for candidate identification. You will be expected to develop a deep understanding of the search and research needs of internal clients, ensuring high levels of client and candidate service. Furthermore, you will collaborate on proprietary market intelligence projects, tracking industry trends and reporting your findings to the team. The first year will focus on mastering the researcher role and effectively managing multiple research requests from various search teams.