Talent Sourcer & Researcher

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 / Talent 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 engagement
• 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.