Health Practice Researcher

Egon Zehnder

. Serve as the lead Expert for multiple simultaneous client projects in collaboration with Consultants and other Experts .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $85,000 - $95,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in project management and client engagement, with a strong focus on market research, candidate assessment, and business development. Possesses exceptional analytical and communication skills, enabling effective collaboration and strategic guidance across multiple client projects.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Market ResearchProject ManagementClient EngagementAnalytical SkillsBusiness Development

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Market ResearchQualitative ResearchProject PlanningCandidate AssessmentDocumentation CreationData ToolsSearch Strategy DevelopmentClient SolutionsEngagement ManagementExecutive Search

Soft Skills

Critical ThinkingAttention to DetailVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationSelf-Starter Mentality

Industry Keywords

Professional ServicesConsultingHealth IndustryClient DocumentationBusiness Development MaterialsKnowledge ManagementIndustry NetworksFast-Paced EnvironmentMultiple MandatesConstructive Feedback

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the lead Expert for multiple simultaneous client projects in collaboration with Consultants and other Experts
Act as a thought partner on project approach and strategy, including priority targets, market research, data tools, and client solutions
Guide project teams throughout search processes to drive strategy, candidate solutions, and client materials
Identify, calibrate, and prioritize potential candidates through internal and external research resources
Work across different Firm offerings to identify solutions for individual client needs
Create client documentation including candidate profiles, role specifications, search strategies, assessment reports, and client progress reports
Partner with client teams to develop pitch presentations and business development materials
Initiate, shape, and drive business development activities and monitor market shifts, company updates, and people moves
Build targeted event lists for business development dinners, conferences, and other connections
Contribute to knowledge management by sharing expertise and best practices, developing industry networks, and recording pertinent information
Develop subject matter expertise and provide strategic guidance and insights on important trends and topics

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required
A minimum of 3 years’ professional work experience (post-undergrad)
Demonstrated functional experience of a similar nature, such as market research, qualitative or legal research, professional services/consulting, or project planning
Previous project-based experience working effectively on multiple mandates simultaneously
Ability to effectively operate in a fast-paced, client-driven environment
Exceptional critical thinking and analytical skills
Excellent verbal and written communication ability
Demonstrates very strong attention to detail
Relevant experience in one or more areas related to health, either academic or professional
Previous experience in the executive search industry
Superior engagement management abilities and initiative to lead projects with minimal guidance or supervision
Demonstrated ability to push back constructively and offer solutions
Forward-thinking, structured, and process-oriented thinker
Self-starter mentality with good business judgement