Research Analyst - Consumer & Retail Practice (Chicago)

About JM Search :

JM Search is the leading retained executive search firm for private equity, and other growth-oriented private and public organizations.

We have spent more than 40 years identifying, attracting, and retaining high-performing company builders within our own firm and understand how to scale without sacrificing culture. We care deeply about providing continuous development opportunities for each member of our team from recent graduates to our managing partners and believe by caring for our people, they in turn care for our clients.

As a values-driven firm, we take a disciplined approach to hiring professionals that are fully aligned with our core values. This meticulous approach has been our secret sauce for delivering excellent service to our clients for 40+ years.

Location Flexibility : We are open to candidates local to Philadelphia, PA, Chicago, IL and Boston, MA.

Role Responsibilities :

As a Research Analyst at JM Search, you will focus on supporting candidate identification effortsleveraging guidance from the team to effectively source and assess top talent throughout the search process.. Each JM Search employee is empowered to make decisions, share ideas, and shape the future of our firm, as well as your own individual career path. We take great pride in being the best at what we do, but we also care about having fun while we do it.

Develop Foundational Business Acumen

• Actively build knowledge of the industry and market landscape by reviewing industry news, trends, and insights.
• Apply this knowledge to support existing searches and new business development opportunities.

Conduct Comprehensive Industry & Market Research

Collaborate on Candidate Profiling & Sourcing

Support Search Process Materials & Documentation

Execute Search Logistics & Project Management

Manage Internal Client Relationships (with Senior Guidance)

Maintain Database Accuracy & Compliance

Assist in Developing Business Pitch Materials

Stay Informed of Industry Developments

Competencies :

Foundational Business Acumen - Develops an understanding of the industry and market landscape, actively engaging in learning opportunities and applying new knowledge to support research efforts.

Industry & Market Research - Conducts preliminary research with guidance, showing curiosity and attention to detail in gathering and organizing relevant information.

Candidate Sourcing - Sources candidates for client searches, displaying accuracy and care in identifying profiles that match initial search parameters.

Internal Client Management Support - Interacts with internal clients under senior guidance, ensuring timely and professional responses to inquiries, while learning how to address client needs effectively.

Search Logistics Execution & Compliance - Supports logistical elements (e.g., taking notes, updating search materials) efficiently, maintaining database accuracy and compliance with standards.

Qualifications & Experience :

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including a healthy 401(k) match, excellent health, vision, and dental benefits, and flexible working options. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.