Executive Search Researcher

About the role

Angle Recruitment is a Singapore-based maritime search firm placing shore-based leaders across shipping, offshore, energy and commodities. It is a retained-search business led by its Managing Director, who works closely with the team. This Executive Search Researcher role is based in the Paya Lebar office, covering senior searches across Asia, the Middle East and Europe; remote working from another country may be considered for the right person.

Key responsibilities

• Build market maps and target company lists for each search
• Identify, approach and qualify candidates, many of whom are not actively looking
• Run first conversations and turn them into clear, concise candidate notes
• Keep research and candidate records accurate in JobAdder
• Track who is moving where across the maritime sector

Required profile

• At least two years in executive search research, talent mapping or a similar sourcing role
• Fluent written and spoken Chinese is essential
• No maritime or energy experience needed, as training is provided
• Confident asking executives difficult questions, curious about inconsistencies and able to spot opportunities
• Tactful handling of sensitive feedback and a quick rapport with colleagues

What we offer

• Closer exposure to senior international searches
• A small team where your work is seen
• A clear pathway to becoming the best researcher in maritime