Research Lead Talent Research & Talent Mapping

Position: Research Lead – Talent Research & Talent Mapping

Location: Hyderabad

Experience: 7+ Years

Team Management: 2+ Years Mandatory

Joining: Immediate Joiners Preferred

Who Should Apply

We are specifically looking for professionals from a Talent Research / Talent Mapping / Talent Intelligence / Market Intelligence / Executive Search Research background.

Candidates with only Talent Acquisition, Recruitment, HR Generalist, or hiring experience will not be considered.

The ideal candidate should have strong hands-on experience in talent research, market mapping, research analysis, and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead Talent Research and Talent Mapping projects across industries, functions, organizations, and geographies.

* Research and identify target companies, talent pools, competitors, and market segments.

* Develop talent maps based on skills, experience, location, organization, and industry.

* Use public domains, professional networks, databases, search engines, and advanced search techniques for research.

* Create research and mapping strategies based on client requirements.

* Analyze data to identify talent trends, patterns, availability, and market movements.

* Use AI tools, automation, and emerging technologies to improve research efficiency and accuracy.

* Lead and mentor a team of Talent Researchers / Research Associates.

* Assign projects, monitor performance, and ensure quality, accuracy, and timely delivery.

* Generate Talent Intelligence, Market Intelligence, and Talent Mapping reports.

* Work with internal stakeholders and clients to understand requirements and provide research insights.

* Remain hands-on with research while leading the team.

What We Are Looking For:

* 7+ years of experience in Talent Research, Talent Mapping, Talent Intelligence, Market Intelligence, or Executive Search Research.

* 2+ years of experience managing a research team.

* Strong knowledge of primary and secondary research methodologies.

* Hands-on experience in talent mapping, market research, and research strategy.

* Strong analytical and data-driven approach.

* Experience with AI tools, automation, advanced search techniques, and online research platforms.

* Strong reporting and presentation skills, preferably PowerPoint.

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

* Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Ideal Background:

Talent Research | Talent Mapping | Talent Intelligence | Market Intelligence | Executive Search Research | Research Operations

The role is focused on:

Research → Mapping → Analysis → Talent Intelligence → Insights → Team Leadership

and is not a conventional Talent Acquisition/Recruitment role

If your core experience is in Talent Research, Talent Mapping, Talent Intelligence, or Research Leadership, we would like to hear from you.