Job Title: Research Consultant

Location: Mumbai/NCR/Pune/Bangalore/Hyderabad

Company: James Douglas- An EMA Partners Company

About James Douglas:

James Douglas, a wholly owned subsidiary of EMA Partners and was created to bring a fresh, agile approach to mid-to-senior level recruitment while drawing on the reputation, resources, and international reach of EMA Partners. Our mission is to combine the entrepreneurial energy of a startup with the stability and credibility of a globally trusted brand.

Our Values:

- Trust- We build it, earn it and protect it

- Ownership- We own our actions, outcomes and impact

- Excellence- We pursue the highest standards, always

What We Offer:

- Ownership & Impact: Be instrumental in shaping the culture, strategy, and success of a growing business.

- Attractive Rewards: Competitive base with performance-driven incentives.

- Flexibility & Autonomy: Work your way, with the backing of a respected global brand.

- Long-term Career Growth: A clear roadmap to progress and expand your responsibilities as the company scales.

Key Responsibilities:

- Market Research: Conduct detailed market mapping exercises, competitor intelligence to identify potential candidates and target organizations aligned with client briefs.

- Candidate Sourcing & Quality Management: Source candidates using LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, internal databases, professional networks and present quality profiles to consultants and clients within agreed timelines; track and report research progress to ensure timely delivery and adherence to turnaround timelines.

- Research Reporting: Deliver research reports, competitor analysis, and market intelligence for client projects with a target of 2-3 per month.

- Consultant Support: Assist consultants in building strong candidate and client relationships, which will be evaluated based on consultant satisfaction and internal feedback score.

- Data Management: Maintain an up-to-date and accurate talent pipeline within the

Applicant Tracking System (ATS) with an accuracy of 95%+.

What we are looking for:

- Previous experience in an executive search or professional search environment is preferred

- Strong research skills with a keen eye for details and pattern recognition

- Excellent written and verbal communication

- A natural curiosity and commercial mindset

- Comfort operating in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment

Join Us:

At James Douglas, you will have the opportunity to take meaningful ownership of your career while being part of a purpose-driven, ambitious team. This is your chance to help shape a new force in the search industry, backed by the credibility and reach of a global brand; to grow your career in a dynamic environment with a potential to expand into broader roles across client delivery or business development, where data, people, and strategy intersect.