Senior Research Analyst - Biopharma

Roles & Responsibilities

• Develop & Execute Targeted Search Strategies
• Partner with Client Partners and Recruiters to define search objectives and develop targeted executive search strategies for retained search engagements.
• Design and execute research strategies that identify executive talent, competitive talent pools, and target organizations aligned with client objectives.
• Leverage expertise in the biopharmaceutical industry to advise search teams on market dynamics, talent availability, and competitive landscapes.
• Provide Advanced Market Research & Analysis
• Conduct in-depth market, competitive, and organizational research to support executive search engagements and new business opportunities.
• Develop comprehensive market maps, organizational charts, succession pipelines, and executive talent landscapes.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation within Thrive in accordance with firm standards.
• Manage Internal Client Relationships
• Serve as a trusted research advisor to Client Partners and Recruiters throughout each engagement.
• Proactively communicate market intelligence, search progress, and candidate insights.
• Recommend strategic adjustments to search strategy based on market findings.
• Escalate search challenges appropriately while maintaining exceptional internal client service.
• Coordinate Search Execution & Documentation
• Prepare executive candidate profiles, position specifications, market intelligence reports, organizational analyses, and client presentations.
• Capture market intelligence and search insights.
• Support business development by developing market maps, talent intelligence, competitive analyses, and search examples for proposals and client pursuits.
• Identify emerging companies, executive talent, and market trends that create opportunities for new client engagements.
• Mentor Research Associates and junior team members, sharing expertise in executive search research, market intelligence, and project execution.

Competencies

• Executive Search Strategy
• Biopharmaceutical Industry Expertise
• Market Intelligence & Talent Mapping
• Executive Talent Assessment
• Strategic Partnership
• Project Leadership
• Knowledge Sharing & Mentorship

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of experience conducting research within a retained executive search, executive recruiting, or specialized life sciences search environment.
• Ability to manage multiple executive search engagements in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.
• Demonstrated expertise using advanced and creative research methodologies to identify passive executive talent and develop executive talent landscapes.
• Strong knowledge of the biopharmaceutical industry, including executive leadership functions spanning Discovery Research through Commercialization.
• Excellent analytical, writing, presentation, and communication skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Bachelor's degree required; advanced education in life sciences, business, or a related discipline preferred.
• Advanced proficiency with executive research platforms, LinkedIn Recruiter, Microsoft Office Suite, and executive search databases.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including a healthy 401(k) match, excellent health, vision, and dental benefits, and flexible working options.