Associate (Recruiting / Candidate Development) Denver

Position Overview

SPMB is the #1 executive search firm serving the technology market and one of the largest independent retained search firms in the country. In 2024, SPMB was recognized as the Best Technology Executive Search Firm in the U.S. We specialize in recruiting C-Level Executives and Board Members to disruptive, growth-oriented startups and partnering with large multinationals across media, consumer, financial services, healthcare, renewables, and more on their path to digital transformation.

SPMB is looking for a thoughtful and professional Associate who will serve as a key member of the client delivery team by driving the candidate development process throughout each VP and C-level executive search. This role partners closely with the Partner and analyst to deliver outstanding outcomes for our clients. You will work directly with public and private clients, manage the day-to-day details of search engagements, facilitate discussions with candidates, and direct internal research activities. This unique opportunity allows you to build strong relationships with senior clients, candidates, and investors from the venture capital, private equity, and public company communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Gathers key information from the client to gain a thorough understanding of the company, culture, and position requirements.
• Collaborates with the Partner and analyst to develop and execute the search strategy.
• Develops key search documentation including position descriptions, candidate assessments, status updates, and reference reports.
• Helps drive research efforts and strategy to ensure the identification of high-quality candidates while serving as a mentor and coach to the analyst.
• Contacts potential candidates to elicit interest and assess their fit for the position.
• Teams with the Partner to provide clients with an informed perspective on candidates and updates on the search assignment progress.
• Ensures accurate data capture of candidates, clients, and search records within SPMB’s databases, expanding the firm’s candidate pool.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-4 years of progressive experience in executive search or in an internal recruiting role at a relevant organization.
• Experience in a high-performance environment with a strong focus on client service.
• Deep market knowledge within one or more of the key industry segments that SPMB serves.
• An undergraduate degree is required.
• Candidate Development: Ability to develop qualified and interested candidates through targeted research and industry sources.
• Project Management: Proven capability in managing multiple projects with competing deadlines.
• Collaboration & Influence: Skilled at working with and through others to achieve common goals.
• Analytical: Adept at synthesizing business research and drawing conclusions even with incomplete information.
• Communication: Excellent clarity and precision in communication, adapting style to suit the audience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Initiative & drive
• Ownership mentality
• Team oriented
• Intellectually curious
• Quick learner
• Alignment with the firm’s core values & purpose

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: $80-100k base salary.
• Bonus: This does not include a per search performance bonus.