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

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

Interview Questions

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