Research Analyst

Job Description

Research Analyst | Korn Ferry

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Korn Ferry, a global consulting firm that powers performance for businesses across every major industry. Korn Ferry unlocks the potential in people and transforms businesses by synchronizing strategy, operations, and talent to accelerate performance, fuel growth, and inspire lasting change. This Research Analyst position is an entry point for a uniquely powerful career development track, offering endless opportunities to innovate, make an impact, and grow within a colleague-centric culture.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Not specified
• Pay: $60000–$75000 yearly
• Team: Supports multiple search teams and collaborates with Partners and Consultants
• Mission: To support executive search projects and business development through comprehensive research and candidate identification.
• Tech Stack: Searcher Express™, LinkedIn, Capital IQ, BoardEx, Pitchbook, ZoomInfo, Microsoft Office Products, Bloomberg, Factiva, Lexis-Nexis

What You’ll Actually Do
• Company Overviews: Prepare detailed company overviews to support account teams.
• Target List Development: Research companies thoroughly and develop comprehensive target lists for candidate identification.
• Candidate Identification: Identify potential candidates by utilizing a variety of online resources and proprietary tools.
• Organizational Structuring: Make calls to companies to determine their organizational structures.
• Data Management: Consistently input and update highly confidential candidate records within the proprietary CRM (Searcher™).

The Must-Haves
• Background: An undergraduate degree from a well-regarded institution is required for this entry-level role, coupled with a genuine interest in learning about people, business, and industry characteristics.
• Experience: No specific years of experience are required, but candidates must demonstrate an ability to manage multiple assignments, work with minimal direction, and operate with a high level of efficiency and a need for closure.
• Skills: Intelligence and Intellectual Curiosity, High EQ, Entrepreneurial Spirit, Persistence and Thoroughness, Outstanding Communication Skills (verbal and written), Discretion, Poise and Professional Presence, Strong organizational skills, Effective resource management, and the ability to manage diverse relationships.
• Bonus: Familiarity with Microsoft Office Products and databases such as Bloomberg, Factiva, and Lexis-Nexis is a plus.