(junior) Associate

h3About Us /h3 pbKorn Ferry /b is a global consulting firm that powers performance. We unlock the potential in your people and unleash transformation across your business
- synchronizing strategy, operations, and talent to accelerate performance, fuel growth, and inspire a legacy of change. That’s why the world’s most forward-thinking companies across every major industry turn to us
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Five Core Capabilities That Span The Full Talent Lifecycle /p ul liOrganizational Strategy /li liAssessment and Succession /li liTalent Acquisition /li liLeadership and Professional Development /li liTotal Rewards /li /ul h3Job Description /h3 h3The Opportunity /h3 pKorn Ferry is looking for a (junior) Associate to join our Executive Search team in Brussels. /p pYou will work closely with an experienced Senior Client Partner on international executive search assignments, primarily across technology, telecommunications and digital infrastructure. The work includes senior leadership, CEO and board-level mandates across multiple European and international markets. /p pThis role offers considerable autonomy and direct exposure to senior clients and executives. You will be trusted to make sound judgements, move assignments forward and take ownership of your work without requiring extensive day-to-day supervision. /p pDepending on your experience and ambition, the position can also provide a pathway towards broader client responsibility and a future consulting career. /p h3What You Will Do /h3 ul liHelp deliver international executive search assignments from strategy through completion /li liConduct market analysis, talent mapping and candidate identification /li liAssess profiles and determine which candidates should progress /li liEngage directly with senior executives, primarily by telephone and through personal communication /li liPrepare high-quality candidate profiles, market reports, status reports and client presentations /li liManage search information accurately within internal systems and databases /li liCoordinate multiple assignments, stakeholders and deadlines /li liUse AI tools to improve research, profile analysis, reporting and overall search execution /li liWork collaboratively with colleagues across Brussels and the wider international Korn Ferry network /li liContribute ideas, challenge assumptions and help continuously improve how assignments are delivered /li /ul h3What We Are Looking For /h3 pYou may currently work in executive search, recruitment, talent intelligence, leadership advisory, research, consulting or another relevant professional-services environment. /p pMore important than following one particular career path is your ability to demonstrate: /p ul liStrong analytical and problem-solving capability /li liExcellent written and spoken English /li liConfident and professional communication with senior executives and clients /li liPractical experience using AI tools for research, analysis or content development /li liThe ability to create clear, accurate and executive-level reports and presentations /li liStrong project management, organisation and follow-through /li liConfidence working independently and making informed decisions /li liProactive communication, including a willingness to pick up the phone /liliHigh standards of accuracy, discretion and professional judgement /li liOpenness to feedback and the ability to learn quickly /li liThe drive to take ownership and progress work without waiting for detailed instructions /li /ul pWe are open to both experienced Associates and high-potentials who can leanr fast and contribute quickly. Executive search experience is valuable, but candidates from relevant research, talent intelligence, recruitment, consulting or professional-services backgrounds will be considered. /p h3Additional Experience That Would Be Valuable /h3 ul liGerman language skills /li liKnowledge of technology, telecommunications or digital infrastructure /li liExperience working across international markets /li liExposure to senior leadership, CEO or board-level assignments /li liExperience in retained executive search, market intelligence or leadership advisory /li liExperience operating within complex systems and databases /li /ul pSector expertise can be developed. Strong judgement, analytical capability, communication skills, learning agility and AI fluency are more important. /p h3How You Will Work /h3 pThis role is based in Brussels, but the assignments and working relationships are international. You will be part of the Brussels office community while collaborating regularly with colleagues and clients across different countries. /p pThe Senior Client Partner will provide expertise, feedback and support, but will not closely manage every stage of your work. Yo