Associate at Spencer Stuart

Singapore, , Singapore -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Communication, Assessment, Attention to Detail, Intellectual Curiosity, Teamwork, Client Engagement, Market Knowledge, Leadership Advisory, Data Synthesis, Business Development, Organizational Development, Cultural Consulting, Psychometric Instruments, Stakeholder Management, Engagement Management

Industry

Business Consulting and Services

Description

Position Summary ABOUT THE POSITION Associates are expected to work pro-actively and efficiently on multiple client engagements through the combination of solid project management skills, proactive and quality search execution, ownership mentality and strong, team-oriented delivery to specific client needs. Each assignment is driven by a team, including at a minimum a Consultant, Associate and Executive Assistant. There are times when an Associate may be working with multiple team members located in different geographies. Based in Singapore, the Associate will have a primary focus in executive search and a secondary in LAS. Executive search skill sets include strong communication and assessment abilities applied to evaluating business experiences and professional competencies of top executive talent as they relate to a client’s specific need. Successful candidates for the Associate position will also have project management ability, results orientation, rigorous attention to details, intellectual curiosity and enjoy the challenge of working internally with a variety of consultants, and externally with diverse, senior-level executives and board members. Associates will be expected to acquire deep and insightful candidate pool knowledge over time which would be related to a specific industry, function or geography. The objective in the LAS portfolio is to provide world-class leadership advisory services to the firm’s clients while also serving as a key colleague and teammate in advancing the growth agenda of the practice within the context of the firm’s overall strategic objectives. We view the leadership advisory skillset to be portable across industries. In LAS, the Associate supports Consultants in the full execution of client engagements, including the deep dive, multi-method assessment of executives, teams and organizations, and the formulation of written materials relative to assessment and development findings. The Associate contributes actively at all stages of the engagement lifecycle- from business development/RFP through to advisory recommendations and client/participant feedback. The LAS practice serves as an innovation hub for the broader firm. In addition to executing client engagements, the Associate serves as a subject matter expert relative to Spencer Stuart’s proprietary culture products and solutions. He/She plays an important role in the education and training of internal colleagues (both LAS and Search) regarding product offerings and participates actively in internal initiatives for LAS product development and the build-out of the practice infrastructure. KEY RELATIONSHIPS Reports to Research Director (solid line) LAS Regional Practice Leadership (dotted line) Consultants (search/ LAS) (on assignment/engagement basis) Other Key Relationships Southeast Asia Office Manager Consultants, Senior Associates, Associates, Analysts Knowledge Managers/ Analysts Global Information Services KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Primary Focus – Executive Search Contribute actively to the start-up phase of the search by participating in client kick-off meetings with the Consultant(s) and assisting in the development of the search strategy and target list of companies. As appropriate contribute to winning client pitches by providing benchmark candidate profiles and other background information. Gather relevant information regarding the appropriate industries and target companies, including identifying potential prospects and sources. Represent client effectively in the marketplace and present a comprehensive universe of qualified candidates by partnering with the Consultant(s) and observing aspects of confidentiality throughout the search process. Anticipate needs to drive the search to closure and be prepared to supply additional information, such as related industry trends, market findings, reaction to the opportunity, compensation data, etc., gained during the course of a search. Communicate effectively with the search team, including Consultant(s), other Associates/Senior Associates and Executive Assistant(s) and remain fully abreast of search developments in order to communicate accurately and credibly regarding the assignment. Prepare organized information for the client progress report/meeting by teaming with the Consultant(s) and the Executive Assistant(s). Provide an informed perspective on prospects/candidates and how they line up against the key selection criteria outlined by the client. Ensure up to date assignment, company and candidate information during the course of an assignment is always available for colleagues, by leveraging technology and information from the Firm’s state-of- the-art, proprietary database (Quest), recording all relevant candidate details using the Initial Assessment function. Be aware of activities and changes in general business and in the industry/functional areas where specialized. Add to the Firm’s knowledge by identifying and beginning to develop expertise in a defined industry, functional or geographic candidate pool. Be willing and proactive about contributing to local, practice or Firm-wide initiatives. Coordinate and share practice related information to the KM for potentially broader distribution, participate in practice calls and meetings as appropriate. Adopt and adhere diligently to Firm policies and standards for candidate validation, documentation and assessment as well as demonstrating professional behavior and living our values (including adherence to Red Book, Quest policies etc.) Secondary Focus – LAS Supporting Execution The LAS Associate is critical to the execution of client engagements and plays an active role in all aspects of the engagement lifecycle. The successful Associate will handle multiple engagements across varied time zones with competing deadlines, and will work effectively with individuals who have differing styles in order to consistently produce world-class deliverables for the firm’s clients: Fosters business development opportunities and assists in preparation for pitch presentations; participates in new business pitches Assists in the development of client communications and engagement plan Assists in the administration of proprietary leadership advisory tools and assessment methodologies Works with Consultant to synthesize data from multi-method assessments and prepares client reports/deliverables capturing an integrated point of view Contributes to summary client presentations and other documents identifying key organizational, cultural or strategic findings across the engagement Participates in client meetings to relay assessment and advisory findings Leverages knowledge of an industry, function, and other appropriate resources to gather relevant information Engagement Management In collaboration with relevant team members (including but not limited to Executive Assistants, LAS Consultants, and Search Consultants/Associates) the LAS Associate participates in the planning and management of the engagement lifecycle. Working with limited technology resources and a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders often spanning time-zones and geographies, the LAS Associate assists in driving high touch, high value engagement management and seamless execution: Demonstrates initiative and commitment by doing what is needed at all phases of the process Over time, develops an understanding of the resources required to execute all aspects of the engagement life-cycle; leverages this insight to consistently and proactively think ahead, develop engagement plans and timelines, and anticipate next steps Communicates engagement progress to the client and/or engagement team at agreed upon intervals Fosters close communication and builds strong working relationships with peer colleagues, including Executive Assistants, Associates and Analysts Manages a large volume of information with rigorous attention to detail; develops personal systems and tactics for maximizing personal organization and productivity Takes ownership of the project by doing what is needed at all phases of the research process, anticipating next steps and not waiting to be told what to do Practice Building Experiencing a continuous growth trajectory and serving as a strategic incubator for the broader firm as it evolves its approach to assessment in search, the LAS Practice encourages an “all hands on deck” attitude from each of its members. The successful Associate is a self-starter who will operate comfortably in this environment characterized by rapid change and ambiguity. He/She will assist in driving structural and product-driven enhancements within LAS by: Participating actively in internal initiatives relative to LAS product development and the build-out of practice infrastructure, if needed by taking on responsibilities for additional tasks Practice-building activities may include but are not limited to: providing ongoing targeted feedback on current/existing LAS tools assisting in the development of additional proprietary assessment tools and technologies analyzing current business process methodologies and contributing to business process improvement initiatives Building relationships with and proactively engaging with search colleagues; developing an understanding of the firm’s core search business and facilitating wider understanding of LAS products, services and strategy Listens and asks questions to clarify understanding and demonstrate knowledge Places team goals ahead of individual goals Considers the needs of colleagues and adapts own communication style accordingly Candidate Profile IDEAL EXPERIENCE A minimum of 4 years of experience In a relevant executive search, leadership advisory or strategy consulting environment, or corporate Human Resources Management with a focus on organizational development and/or organizational culture consulting, and/or a role where multiple projects and competing demands are the norm. Domain or Subject Matter Expertise Domain expertise in an industry or functional area would be helpful. Prior experience related to the application and interpretation of psychometric instruments will be highly advantageous. International International mindset and ideally will have experience in working across borders. Language Fluency in English (written and spoken); additional language skills will be an advantage, particularly in markets where the knowledge of one or more of the national languages is important. University Graduate Bachelor’s Degree required. Advanced degree is preferable, particularly in Psychology, Organization Development or Human Resources. CRITICAL CAPABILITIES Project Management Plans, manages and drives own efforts to identify and develop a slate of quality candidates as measured by consultant, client and candidate feedback. The successful Associate will do this while handling multiple projects with competing deadlines, working with individuals who have differing styles, and managing challenging expectations: Takes an end-to-end view of each project and the required resources; works at pace and with attention to detail while managing competing deadlines and priorities; has a sense of urgency. Understands the search process (from internal kick-off to referencing); asks questions to understand; and is proactive. Works on multiple projects; meets deadlines and is resilient under pressure; delivers on commitments on time or notifies as early as possible if deadlines will slip. Demonstrates enthusiasm, tenacity and intellectual curiosity; action-oriented; deals with problems immediately. Is results focused and flexible; demonstrates a strong work ethic. Credibility and Influence Communicates effectively both in writing and verbally; has "gravitas" (executive presence) and is able to build relationships. Able to hook candidates and convince consultants to meet them, building a strong internal brand: Interacts with a range of internal and external stakeholders and candidates with differing styles and egos, understanding and appreciating what is important to each. Becomes a credible and authentic professional by observing colleagues and emulating role models. Adapts verbal and written communications according to expectations for role and audience, specifically how to be confident, succinct, concise, prepared and professional. Market and Candidate Knowledge Obtains and incorporates knowledge to enhance client work in a meaningful way. Knows how to get information, effectively uses the available firm resources, developing and sharing candidate pool knowledge: Identifies executive movements in the market and updates Quest (ideally in real time) and colleagues; asks questions and shows interest in networking. Has a genuine interest in/curiosity about people and businesses; and has an understanding of businesses and their interrelationships. Understands how to identify and navigate the various relevant sources available (Quest, Passport, Global Information Services, Hoovers, LinkedIn, etc). Founded in 1956 and privately owned, Spencer Stuart is one of the world’s leading executive search and leadership advisory firms. With 70 offices in 31 countries, the firm is considered to be the advisor of choice among top companies seeking guidance and counsel on senior leadership needs, and has unrivaled access to leading executives around the world. Spencer Stuart works with a wide range of clients, including multinational corporations, entrepreneurial businesses, private equity firms, family-owned companies, and nonprofit organizations. Achieving Excellence As a leading professional services firm, Spencer Stuart prides itself on having a unique culture—a company culture made up of extremely results-oriented individuals, who also have strong relationship and collaboration orientations. Spencer Stuart strives for excellence in all that it does, and in all of its teams. Looking For Leaders Spencer Stuart consultants apply real insight into clients’ strategic requirements and proven assessment tools to recruit leaders who have the necessary skill, experience, and personal qualities to advance company strategies and achieve outstanding results. Teams are organized into industry and functional practices to maximize sector specialization and knowledge sharing across the firm. These client service teams are supported by first-rate associates and research analysts, working across international borders and backed by state-of-the-art technology. Problem Solvers Spencer Stuart is not only matching the right management with the right business missions, it’s also creating incredibly meaningful Leadership Teams that add long-term value, solve a wide range of important problems across organizations, and help candidates further exceptional careers. Professionally, employees also learn multinational businesses inside out by working side-by-side with the world's most phenomenal clients and leaders. Website Accessibility Disability Accommodation for Individuals Applying to Spencer Stuart U.S. Spencer Stuart is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures. 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Responsibilities

The Associate will actively contribute to executive search and leadership advisory engagements, managing multiple projects and collaborating with team members across different geographies. They will also support the execution of client engagements and participate in business development activities.