Analyst, Americas, Global Board

Position Summary

The Analyst is an integral part of the global Board & CEO Practice enablement team at Spencer Stuart, responsible for delivering high quality, thorough research materials in response to potential new business opportunities, active client assignments, and internal initiatives. Our Analysts support business development by producing content for client presentations and industry and/or functional research reports that help prepare the pitching team for client meetings. Analysts support active board and CEO assignments with client research efforts and talent pool mappings. Internal initiatives are also supported by Analysts with research efforts that enable recurring internal publications. Analysts gather, synthesize, and present information while utilizing internal and external resources. Over time, it is expected that the Analyst will develop expertise in Board & CEO composition, trends, recruitment, succession and diversity topics. The position sits with the recently established Borderless Team Hub and will work closely in a coordinated and integrated manner with the Global Board and CEO Practice.

Key Relationships

Reports to:

Research Director, Borderless Team Hub

Other key relationships:

Board and CEO Practice Analyst Leader

Director of Analysts (US)

Co-Practice Leaders for the Americas

Analysts, Associates, Senior Associates and Consultants within the Americas, and from other regions in best team situations

Client Development and Marketing Colleagues

Practice Operations Team

Executive Assistants (EEAs)

Position Location:

Mexico City

Key Responsibilities

Business Development Support and Practice Growth

Drive the creation of research and analysis for new business development initiatives and activities. Develop sophisticated and insightful presentations, pitch material, and other collateral in partnership with consultants and client development team.

Draft storylines and narratives which underscore the firm’s ability to serve new and prospective clients and to deliver excellence.

Track various Board and CEO Practice data points such as business development opportunities, actively booked assignments, and placement data. Synthesize information accurately into a readable, client-ready documents.

Contribute to efforts to innovate and differentiate Spencer Stuart in our Board and CEO work.

Champion the delivery of an integrated Board and CEO solution set and contribute to successful launch of new offerings, as requested.

Contribute to practice-wide initiatives, communications, and strategic projects.

Research & Assignment Support

Develop a solid understanding of the relevant industry/market for board and CEO related engagements including specific information regarding the “SSI value proposition” (differentiation, competitive landscape, strengths, and weaknesses). Synthesize information accurately, so that it is easily incorporated into a readable, client-ready documents.

Develop expertise in Boards and CEO analysis by maintaining an awareness of global and local trends and archetypes of “best in class” leaders/future board members.

Maintain current awareness of news and issues associated with key client engagements and market opportunities, and share that information and knowledge in a timely, actionable way with practice colleagues.

Provide support in creation of high-quality error-free client documentation (e.g., position specifications, progress reports, company mappings, etc.).

Monitor and track relevant market developments including competitive intelligence, company updates, and people moves across the Americas.

Use quantitative and qualitative information to clearly communicate and present data/details to influence decisions.

Knowledge Management

Identify and organize internal and external knowledge resources related to Boards and CEO best practices, trends, and corporate governance changes in the Americas. Elevate these resources and promote use in traditional channels and creative formats.

Maintain pipelines, statistics, and reporting related to Board and CEO business development.

Respond to content queries received from consultants and teams and deliver resources that prepare them for success.

Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to enrich the Global Boards and CEO Practice library of content.

Conduct regular quality checks to ensure that Board and CEO related content in the practice library is accurate, current, and accessible.

Ideal Candidate

Successful candidates will be self-directed, collaborative, comfortable with ambiguity,highly organized, and detail-oriented. In addition, they will demonstratepassion and ability for delivering excellent client service, working with people, communicating clearly, approaching challenges with maturity and collaborating within a global team to drive greater business performance. They will exhibit grace under pressure, enjoy fast-paced environments, and be an excellent multitasker in order to partner effectively with our consultants and associatesacross the Global Board and CEO Practice.

2-3 years of work experience in a corporate environment, preferably in a research function, ideally within executive search, management consulting, other professional services, or market research.

A role involving significant client service and the management of multiple projects toward tight timelines in an environment where competing demands are the norm.

Experience with collecting and organizing information from databases and/or internet resources. Ability to analyze and synthesize data into other formats. Familiar with business reference resources such as Capital IQ, LinkedIn, BoardEx etc.

Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.

Advanced research, analysis, and synthesis skills and experience.

Proficiency with MS Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word), with ability to create client-ready presentations in PowerPoint.

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from a top tier University.

Ideal Capabilities for Success in Role

Project Management

Understands the business opportunity or challenge and manages a systematic approach to development of an analysis including client-ready deliverables.

Produces original content and leverages practice IC to craft insightful analyses, quals, reports, and other documents as defined.

Shows tenacity and commitment to solving complex research requests.

Delivers on commitments on-time or notifies key stakeholders as early as possible if problems occur or deadlines will slip.

Knowledge Management

Provides accurate and timely research information about executives, organizations, markets, or other relevant sectors as part of creating persuasive client deliverables.

Builds research-based tools (mappings, assessments, insights) and processes that create efficiency and elevate information into an actionable format.

Problem Solving

Synthesizes research on search assignments to provide a succinct and accurate point of view that can be effectively used in client presentations.

Actively listens and ask questions to clarify understanding and demonstrate knowledge.

Interprets data, questions inconsistencies and draws conclusions effectively.

Impact and Effectiveness

Strong communicator, able to present in a logical manner.

Sets expectations and clarifies tasks to avoid wasting time and resources.

Using effective business writing skills to create succinct, client-ready analyses and documenting information in Firm databases.

Development- Self and Others

Seeks and is open to feedback from colleagues, placing value on self-development efforts.

Identifies and pursues opportunities for professional growth.

Is self-aware and open to changing one’s own behavior.

Firm Values

Works well in a team and encourages teamwork.

Brings cultural awareness and sensitivity to each interaction with colleagues.

Conducts themselves in a way that is consistent with the Firm’s values.

Other Personal Characteristics

Positive, “can do” attitude – helpful in all interactions.

High level of personal accountability, integrity, and authenticity.

Intellectually curious.

Collaborative spirit.

Change agility and an innovation mindset.

Please submit your resume to Izcaolin Huesca at . Be sure to include a brief cover letter highlighting why you are a fit for this role and how your experience aligns with the responsibilities outlined above.

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