Recruitment Researcher / Resourcer - Finance Executive Search

Job Overview

Salary: R28 000 - R30 000

We’re seeking a driven and energetic Recruitment Researcher / Resourcer to join a leading UK-based executive search firm specialising in finance placements. This role is ideal for someone with 1–2 years of international recruitment experience, a bubbly personality, and a passion for working with people. You’ll play a critical part in identifying and engaging top-tier candidates for high-level finance roles across the UK and Europe.

This is a fantastic opportunity to build your career in executive search while working alongside a supportive and high-performing team that values hard work, personality, and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct targeted research to identify suitable candidates for finance roles in executive search assignments.
• Source candidates through LinkedIn, job boards, headhunting, and internal databases.
• Qualify candidates through engaging screening calls and interviews.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for niche finance roles across investment banking, asset management, and private equity.
• Coordinate interviews and manage candidate communications throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
• Maintain accurate records on the ATS and support the delivery team with administrative tasks.
• Work closely with Consultants to understand client briefs and ensure a strong talent-culture fit.

Qualifications and Experience

• 1–2 years of international recruitment or resourcing experience, preferably in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous exposure to finance recruitment or executive search (desirable but not essential).
• A confident, bubbly, and enthusiastic personality with strong communication skills.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and driven to deliver results.
• Strong sourcing and research skills, particularly on LinkedIn.
• Comfortable working to targets and tight deadlines.
• Access to a laptop and reliable high-speed internet connection is essential.

LinkedIn Screening Questions

1. Do you have at least 1 year of experience in international recruitment or resourcing?
2. Have you previously worked on finance or executive search roles?
3. Do you have access to a laptop and stable high-speed internet?

Interview Questions

1. Can you walk us through a time you successfully sourced a difficult-to-find candidate?
2. How do you typically approach research for executive-level roles?
3. What methods do you use to keep candidates engaged throughout the recruitment process?
4. How do you handle pressure when working with multiple roles and deadlines?
5. What motivates you to work in the recruitment/executive search industry, especially in the finance space?