What are the responsibilities and job description for the Talent Sourcer & Researcher position at Galecki Search Associates?
About Galecki Search Associates
Galecki Search Associates is a professional and executive search firm specializing in the property & casualty insurance industry. We are committed to delivering unparalleled talent solutions by combining deep sector expertise with rigorous search processes and an unwavering focus on long-term value creation for our clients.
Position Overview
We are seeking a driven and creative Talent Sourcer & Researcher to join our team in our Collierville, TN office. This role is critical to the success of every search engagement, with end-to-end responsibility for identifying, mapping, and nurturing exceptional talent across multiple functions and geographies. You will work closely with our Search Consultants and Operations team to ensure a best-in-class experience for candidates and clients.
Key Responsibilities
Pipeline Generation & Research
- Own and execute pipeline generation strategy for all active search engagements.
- Build comprehensive market maps identifying key talent within targeted industries and companies.
- Conduct proactive research to identify talent pools, industry trends, and emerging roles relevant to client engagements.
- Create target lists of companies, prospects, and profiles aligned to each engagement’s requirements.
Candidate Outreach & Engagement
- Execute candidate outreach campaigns with personalization and precision.
- Cultivate relationships with both passive and active candidates.
- Schedule candidate calls and support initial qualification conversations as needed.
- Partner with the lead Search Consultant to continuously refine target profiles based on market response.
Pipeline Reporting & Data Integrity
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date tracking of candidates in our ATS/CRM system.
- Provide weekly pipeline updates for each engagement, highlighting progress, challenges, and market insights.
- Ensure consistency and clarity in reporting to drive strategic search decisions and keep clients informed.
Operational Support
- Post and manage job descriptions on internal and external platforms.
- Maintain the firm’s candidate database and ensure data hygiene and compliance.
- Assist with the preparation of client materials, including candidate overviews and market summaries.
Qualifications
- 1–3 years of research experience, ideally in talent sourcing, talent research, or executive search.
- Proficiency or possess the ability to gain proficiency with sourcing tools and platforms such as LinkedIn Recruiter, Loxo, and Boolean search.
- Excellent research and analytical skills with a strong ability to synthesize market intelligence.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Detail-oriented with a high degree of ownership and follow-through.
- Self-starter with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects concurrently.
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to learn, grow, and shape the way we do research and sourcing.
- Work at a high-performance retained search firm with a national client base.
- A collaborative team environment where curiosity, rigor, and long-term thinking are celebrated.
- Exposure to senior-level searches and the opportunity to influence outcomes at the executive level.
What We Value
We’re a high-performing team that moves quickly, asks hard questions, and cares deeply. We value:
- Grit – You don’t quit at the first “no.”
- Action – You take initiative and move things forward.
- Curiosity – You want to know how people think, how companies operate, and how industries shift.
- Care – You take pride in your work and its impact.
We also appreciate people who bring creativity, ingenuity, and a balanced mindset — someone who knows that great recruiting is fast-paced and iterative. Our clients don’t expect perfection; they expect progress, partnership, and results.
Our Offices
Galecki Search Associates is based just off Collierville’s historic town square. Our location offers a quiet, walkable environment with easy access to local restaurants, coffee shops, and green spaces. It’s a welcoming setting that combines small-town character with day-to-day convenience—an ideal place to do focused, meaningful work while still being connected to a thriving local community.
