Associate Researcher

Company Description

The Energists is a specialist executive search firm serving the energy industry since 1979. We focus exclusively on recruiting for oil & gas, power & utilities, and alternative energy sectors. With expertise in filling hard-to-hire and high-impact roles across the energy value chain, we deliver tailored solutions for our clients. Our mission is to connect top talent with critical roles to drive innovation and success in the energy sector.

Role Description

This is an on‑location fresh out or early‑career crossover opportunity. You’ll work alongside experienced consultants and partners, learning structured research and sourcing the right way - not winging it.

The Associate Researcher will conduct market and candidate research to support executive search and contingent recruiting (i.e. Tall Trees Talent) assignments.

Responsibilities also include sourcing and evaluating candidates, collecting and analyzing industry trends, and generating detailed reports. The role will involve collaboration with senior recruiters to develop insights that help identify leadership talent in the energy sector.

If you’re early‑career and want to explore a career in talent acquisition with real training, real standards, and progression with development opportunities in multiple directions - we should talk.

What you’ll be doing

• Supporting talent mapping and long‑list generation

• Following structured research and sourcing workflows

• Producing accurate candidate profile summaries

• Maintaining clean, auditable CRM data

• Identifying roadblocks early

• Administering behavioral and cognitive assessments

• Attending interviews in support of an assigned team of recruiters

• Progressively increasing independence as competence is demonstrated

What we offer (and mean)

• Full training & development through our formal competency assurance system

• Best‑in‑class tools and systems, with proper training, not guesswork

• No requirement to bring in clients, this is a delivery and learning role

• A professional, inclusive working environment

• A fully transparent compensation system

• Full benefits for all staff, regardless of level

• Pathways based on evidence‑based performance and competence

Who this role is for

We are specifically interested in people with 1 to 3 years exposure to:

• Academic specialization in one of our sectors (energy, power & utilities, oil & gas, infrastructure, transportation, advanced manufacturing), or

• In‑house talent acquisition or HR generalist experience, or

• Industry experience in one of our sectors (energy, power & utilities, oil & gas, infrastructure, transportation, advanced manufacturing)

Qualifications

• Strong research and analytical skills, with experience in data collection and market analysis.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment and independently meet deadlines.
• Some familiarity with the energy industry, including knowledge of oil & gas, power & utilities, or alternative energy sectors, is desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications, Energy or a related field preferred.