Associate

About the role

The role of Associate/Senior/Managing Associate is critical for the identification and development of candidates for executive search projects, as well as assisting with market intelligence and development of presentations and documents for business development purposes.

Key Responsibilities

• Working closely with engagement teams which can include Research Analysts, other Associates/Senior Associates, Principals and Partners
• The primary responsibilities of the Associate/Senior Associate are to:

Role Competencies and Success Factors

The Associate/Senior/Managing Associate position at Korn Ferry is viewed as a critical position in identifying, qualifying, attracting, and managing candidates through the search process with the Financial Officers Practice. Successful Associates/Senior/Managing Associates could advance within the firm to the Principal/Partner level, where they will be responsible for generating new business and revenue. Associates/Senior Associates/Managing Associates will develop skills and competencies through three “levels” before being ready to progress within the firm.

Levels

• Level One: A “level one” Associate/Senior Associate has exposure to various parts of the search process, principally focusing on:
• Level Two: A “level two” Senior Associate has more exposure throughout the search and is expected to lead elements of the process, supporting the consultant. The role broadens out to focus on:
• Level Three: The “level three” Senior/Managing Associate is viewed as a high performer by the wider firm. They are expected to manage the search process end to end as well as supporting business development. A “level three” Senior/Managing Associate is expected to:

Professional Experience/Qualifications

• An undergraduate degree or equivalent is required; an MBA or other advanced degree or equivalent is advantageous.

Education & Skills

Salary range represents the compensation Korn Ferry expects to pay to a candidate with the requirements for the job posted. Korn Ferry offers competitive compensation and benefits commensurate with experience.

Korn Ferry Benefits

• The Korn Ferry Cares Wellbeing Platform offers Employees health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment), Critical Illness, Accident Injury, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Insurance.
• Employees are eligible to enroll in Korn Ferry's Tax Deferred Savings plan 401(k).
• Employee Stock Purchase Program is available to all permanent employees who work 20 hours or more after 6 months of service.
• Employees are eligible to receive a total of 15 days vacation annually plus paid time off for 16 company holidays. Full time eligible employees will accrue sick time commencing on the first date of employment at the rate of 3.33 hours per pay period for an annualized maximum of 80 hours.

Internal Mobility

If you currently work for Korn Ferry or one of our affiliates, you must be eligible to apply for a different position within Korn Ferry to use the Careers Site. If you accept such a position, your benefits programs and Human Resources policies may change. Please consult with your HR contact for the new position concerning application eligibility, including any immigration/visa needs, benefit programs, and HR policies applicable to that position.

EEO Statement

Korn Ferry is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.