Associate, Education

WittKieffer

. Manage the initial candidate identification and development process .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $70,000 - $80,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong assessment and communication skills while effectively managing candidate identification and development processes. Proficient in networking and understanding diversity to identify and engage multicultural leaders within the industry.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Executive Search ExperienceCandidate Assessment SkillsStrong Communication SkillsNetworking AbilityDiversity Understanding

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Hard Skills

Candidate EvaluationTelephone ScreeningReference CheckingDatabase ManagementResearch Skills

Soft Skills

CollaborationListening SkillsMultitaskingResource Management

Tools & Technologies

Computer SystemsEmail

Industry Keywords

RecruitmentDiversityMulticultural LeadershipCareer Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the initial candidate identification and development process
Network with professionals and assist them in achieving their career objectives
Assess candidates’ skills against client needs
Collaborate with colleagues across the firm
Develop potential candidates through active networking within a wide range of organizations
Identify and network with multicultural leaders
Conduct preliminary phone screen evaluations of candidates
Communicate position profiles to potential candidates
Assess candidate skills against client needs through telephone interviews
Conduct reference checks on presented candidates
Work closely with lead consultants and Research Delivery/Operations
Demonstrate understanding of the full search process within the first 12 months
Carry a full search load of approximately 10 searches within the first 12 months
Appropriately assess potential candidate eligibility through telephone screening
Gain a firm understanding of the industry their practice operates in

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required
Master’s strongly preferred
3+ years' experience in executive search, research capacity, recruitment, or industry-related experience
Significant previous experience and skill working with computer systems, databases, email, etc.
Strong assessment skills
Strong communication skills (verbal, written, listening)
Ability to develop potential candidates through active networking
Understanding of diversity and ability to identify and network with multicultural leaders
Ability to conduct preliminary phone screen evaluations
Ability to assess candidate skills against client needs through telephone interviews
Ability to conduct reference checks
Ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously and use resources effectively
Ability to work collaboratively
Ability to live the WittKieffer values

Benefits

Comp & perks

Semi-annual bonus opportunity under a production-based incentive program
No cap on earnings
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Generous paid time off
Remote work environment