Research Associate

We’re looking for a Research Associate to join our growing Executive Search Team.

Research Associates are responsible for sourcing qualified prospective candidates for all of the firm’s open projects.

About Us

Irwin & Wagner is a premier, national Executive Search and Talent Acquisition firm specializing in sourcing Passive Candidates for the Hospitality and Retail Industries at the Managerial, Executive, and C-Suite Levels.

Since our founding in 1992, we have prided ourselves on our commitments to confidentiality, customer service, and our time-tested, proactive recruiting method.

About the Responsibilities

  • Identify prospective candidates based on the firm’s methodology from internal and external database sources

  • Create and update profiles for prospective candidates in the firm’s internal database software

  • Sort prospective candidates by project based on the needs of each Recruiter

  • Meet with Recruiters regularly to ensure viability and targeting of prospective candidates

About the Benefits

  • Full-time, Salaried, Direct-hire, Entry-level position

  • Retirement Match, Health & Dental Insurance, Commuter Benefit

  • Excellent Work-Life Balance: Unlimited PTO, Summer Hours, Winter Break

  • Remote Work Option after training period

  • Strong Advancement Opportunities

  • Strong, Supportive Team Culture

About You

  • Sharp, analytic, and creative mind

  • Ability to handle proprietary information in a careful and discerning manner

  • Ability to thrive in a small business environment

  • Ability to work well with a team

  • Ability to work well with internal customers

  • Excellent written communication skills

  • Ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects simultaneously

  • Proficiency with MS Office Suite, and willingness to learn new programs

  • Proficiency with Boolean searching

  • Strongly preferred (one or more of the following):

    • Previous experience in the hospitality industry

    • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

    • 1 to 3 years in a professional office environment