Executive Recruiting Associate

At AlixPartners, we solve the most complex and critical challenges by moving quickly from analysis to action when it really matters; creating value that has a lasting impact on companies, their people, and the communities they serve. By understanding, respecting, and honoring the needs of our employees, clients, and communities, AlixPartners actively promotes an inclusive environment. We strongly believe in the value that diversity brings to our experiences and are committed to the perpetual enhancements of initiatives, policies, and practices. We hold ourselves accountable by providing the space for authenticity, growth, and equity for everyone.

AlixPartners has embraced a hybrid work model to provide flexibility and support our employees’ work-life integration. Our hybrid model combines a mix of in-person at an AlixPartners office on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with remote working options for Monday and Friday. 

What you’ll do

AlixPartners commits to our people’s growth, development, and career progression. In this critical role on AlixPartners’ Executive / Partner & Managing Director (PMD) Recruiting team, you will play a critical role in all parts of executive recruitment process, from market mapping to interviewing to onboarding. You will serve as a key member of the Americas team, with additional opportunities to work with the team globally.

The PMD Recruiting Talent Acquisition Senior Professional reports to the PMD Recruiting Talent Acquisition Manager. This role is in one of our core United States offices, ideally New York, Detroit, or Chicago, although other major markets may also be considered. Paid relocation is not available. Occasional travel may be expected.

At its core, this role will work closely with the global PMD recruitment team, candidates, and stakeholders to ensure all parties experience a timely, efficient, caring, and high-quality search process. You will also help manage the executive candidate onboarding experience and program, liaising with all relevant parties primarily in the United States. The role is highly visible, internally and externally, with significant responsibility and opportunity to grow into different areas of recruitment and HR.

Specifically, you will:

Research & Writing:

• Conduct research on market trends and the executive talent landscape in management consulting, bringing market insights to the team and internal stakeholders.
• Support the development of a focused search strategy.
• Assist in preparing collateral for internal clients and stakeholders including candidate bios, search overviews, mapping reports, and business cases.

Candidate Management:

• Contact prospective candidates to share information about AlixPartners and opportunities at the firm, positioning yourself as a brand ambassador and trusted resource about the firm.
• Conduct in-depth interviews to assess candidate qualifications against the needs of the firm and AlixPartners’ core competencies.
• Manage candidate relationships throughout the entire life cycle of the search. Partner with the greater PMD recruitment team to ensure the process is efficient and thorough.
• Develop long-term relationships with prospects and candidates.
• Continue to serve as a trusted advisor and support for candidates after they join the firm, developing onboarding plans for placements and providing post-placement support.
• Work with colleagues in your team and other groups to continually improve the candidate experience, from their first engagement with AlixPartners to their onboarding process.

Internal Relationships and Client Management

• Create or co-create regular reports and collateral for internal stakeholders, ensuring the reports and ATS are aligned and that the documents provide an accurate, powerful snapshot of the status of the search and market.
• Serve as an active voice in executive recruitment update calls with hiring managers.
• Partner across a multitude of stakeholders (e.g. HR team members, other recruiters, office managers, key leaders) with the aim of developing productive and trusting relationships with colleagues across the firm.

What you’ll need

• Three – four (3-4) years of experience in full life cycle recruiting in executive search firm or an in-house executive search team. Ideally with experience placing candidates at management consulting firms.
• Experience as a researcher, mapping talent, and conducting market research.
• Proven success simultaneously managing multiple searches and working across teams.
• Ability to analyze, organize, and synthesize large volumes of information into insights.
• Demonstrated skill in building and maintainin