Associate, Healthcare Practice (MedTech)

Position Overview

Spencer Stuart is seeking to recruit an experienced Associate for the Healthcare Practice focused on Chief Executive Officer and other C-level executive searches with a focus in MedTech. This role combines research, assessment, and relationship‐building skills to deliver extraordinary service and value to Spencer Stuart clients while building diverse candidate slates and engaging with senior-level executives.

Successful candidates will be driven, resilient, and possess strong project management, writing, and communication skills. They will work closely with a variety of Consultants, Analysts, and office colleagues in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.

Location: Minneapolis

Schedule: Minimum three days in-office per week

Compensation: $100,000-130,000 per year with eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus program

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with Consultants to actively contribute to client kick-off meetings and assist in developing search strategies and position specifications.
• Gather industry and company insights, identify potential prospects, and conduct initial candidate assessments through reference and source calls.
• Develop and present slates of qualified candidates by providing market insights, compensation data, and industry trends to the client.
• Prepare organized client progress reports and maintain up-to-date assignment, company, and candidate information using the firm’s proprietary tools.
• Contribute to business development initiatives and participate in local, practice, or firm-wide activities to enhance internal collaboration and external client service.

Required Qualifications

• Experience Required: 3+ years of progressive business experience in executive search, private equity, strategy consulting or a related field, with a focus on delivering exceptional client service.
• Education: Undergraduate degree required, with a postgraduate degree considered a plus.
• Proven project management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Excellent communication skills with strong written and verbal presentation abilities.
• Strong attention to detail, intellectual curiosity, and a proactive approach to problem solving.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience and passion for healthcare services, particularly within MedTech.
• A notable track record of advancement and taking on additional responsibilities in previous roles.
• Ability to build credible relationships with senior-level executives and effectively communicate across multiple stakeholders.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive benefits package including comprehensive health benefits – medical, dental, vision, and a healthcare flexible spending account.
• Retirement savings plan with discretionary profit sharing contribution and employer match.
• Generous PTO (minimum 15 days per year, increasing with tenure), paid sick time, and company holidays.
• Life insurance along with short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Wellness offerings including an employee assistance program, virtual mental health support, and mindfulness programs.
• Voluntary benefit options such as supplemental life insurance, identity theft protection, and whole life insurance with long-term care and critical illness coverage.