Executive Search Sourcer / Researcher / Associate Recruiter

Company descriptionPublicis Groupe is a global leader in communication and is positioned at every step of the value chain, from consulting to execution, combining marketing transformation and digital business transformation. Through a unified and fluid organization, Publicis Groupe partners with its clients across communication, media, data and technology to ensure access to the full breadth of capabilities in every market. Present in over 100 countries, Publicis Groupe employs around 103,000 professionals.OverviewWe are seeking an Associate Executive Recruiter / Sourcer to support senior executive searches across marketing, consulting, professional services, technology, and adjacent industries. This individual will come from a retained search firm environment and bring strong experience executing executive searches from market mapping through candidate outreach, engagement, and process management.The ideal candidate is a highly driven talent researcher who knows how to identify senior leaders quickly, build targeted talent pools, and uncover non-obvious candidates beyond traditional advertising and agency networks. They will bring existing market maps, deep sourcing expertise, and the ability to move searches with speed and rigor.ResponsibilitiesKey ResponsibilitiesLead talent mapping and candidate identification for executive searches across marketing, professional services, consulting, technology, commerce, AI, and related sectorsBuild and maintain robust pipelines of senior talent using advanced research methodologies, proprietary market maps, LinkedIn Recruiter, executive search databases, referrals, and direct outreachDrive executive search execution from kickoff through candidate delivery, ensuring strong project management, search momentum, and stakeholder communication throughout the processIdentify emerging and modern marketing talent, including leaders who sit outside traditional agency ecosystems across brands, consulting firms, technology platforms, commerce businesses, and growth-stage companiesDevelop competitive intelligence, organizational mapping, succession insights, and talent landscape analyses to support recruiting strategiesPartner closely with executive recruiters and hiring leaders to refine search strategies and continuously calibrate target talent poolsAt times, conduct initial candidate assessments and screening conversations, ahead of them meeting the executive search teamQualificationsQualifications5-10+ years of experience within an executive search firm, preferably supporting senior-level and executive searchesDemonstrated experience recruiting within professional services, consulting, marketing, digital, technology, or customer-facing leadership functionsDeep expertise in talent sourcing, executive research, market mapping, and candidate engagementHas independently managed significant portions of executive searches and understands how to maintain pace, quality, and candidate flow throughout a searchStrong screening and assessment capabilities with the ability to identify leadership potential, organizational fit, and relevant experienceBrings established talent maps, research methodologies, and networks that can be leveraged immediatelyUnderstands where modern marketing talent resides today, including consulting firms, technology companies, commerce platforms, digital product organizations, and high-growth businesses, not just traditional advertising agenciesNaturally curious, highly resourceful, and energized by uncovering exceptional talent before competitors find themSuccess in the First YearDeliver high-quality candidate pipelines rapidly across multiple executive searchesExpand access to talent pools beyond traditional agency networksImprove search velocity through proactive market mapping and candidate engagementBecome a recognized source of competitive talent intelligence and market insightAdditional informationOur Publicis Groupe motto “Viva La Différence” means we’re better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent.Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive. Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K, as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off.If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.#LI-AH3Compensation Range: USD $110,000.00 - USD $180,000.00/NA. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 10/30/2026.