Senior Associate – Technology Practice

Emerson

. Own research and market mapping strategy across multiple retained searches .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $110,000 - $115,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in executive search and recruiting, particularly for senior technology leadership roles, with a strong focus on research strategy, market mapping, and candidate assessment. Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent searches while maintaining high standards of quality and accountability.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Executive Search ExperienceResearch Strategy OwnershipCandidate AssessmentTechnology Executive SearchStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Market MappingExecutive InterviewingCandidate CalibrationSearch ManagementQuality Assurance

Soft Skills

JudgmentMentoringAccountabilityExecutive Presence

Industry Keywords

CIOCTOCDOCISOVP EngineeringC-SuiteSenior Technology Leadership

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own research and market mapping strategy across multiple retained searches
Conduct first-round executive interviews and lead the majority of first-stage assessments
Exercise judgment in candidate calibration and advancement decisions
Participate actively in client update calls
Present market insights and candidate recommendations
Mentor Associates and Associate Directors
Maintain high standards of quality, rigor, and execution
Manage approximately six concurrent searches
Deliver approximately 14+ searches annually
Lead searches for senior technology leadership roles, including CIO, CTO, CDO, CISO, VP Engineering, and related enterprise leaders

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years in retained executive search or senior-level executive recruiting
Experience managing multiple concurrent executive searches
Demonstrated ownership of research strategy and market mapping, with 90%+ accuracy expected
Experience conducting executive-level interviews with VP, SVP, and C-suite candidates
Strong executive presence and communication skills
High standards for quality and accountability
Technology executive search experience within enterprise environments strongly preferred
Interest in technology executive search considered for candidates without direct technology executive search experience
Ability to work remotely in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

10% of annual profits donated to charities supporting youth and education
Mentorship, leadership development, and career advancement opportunities
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) match
Flexible remote work environment
Paid parental leave
Office setup stipend
Inclusive work environment
Meaningful projects positively impacting clients, communities, and diverse leaders