About the Role

Gemma Associates is growing our search capability and looking for a sharp, curious Research Associate to join our team in Ho Chi Minh City. You will be the intelligence engine behind every mandate — mapping markets, identifying passive candidates, and building the candidate universe that our consultants bring to life.

What You Will Do

Candidate Research & Mapping

• Conduct deep-dive market mapping to identify potential candidates for active mandates across industries and geographies
• Build target company lists and org charts using LinkedIn, databases, and proprietary tools
• Maintain an up-to-date talent database of senior professionals across Southeast Asia

Search Execution Support

• Partner closely with Consultants throughout the full search lifecycle — from briefing to shortlist
• Conduct initial outreach to passive candidates to gauge interest and qualify fit
• Prepare candidate long lists, profiles, and research summaries for client-facing deliverables

Market Intelligence

• Monitor industry trends, leadership movements, and organisational changes across target sectors
• Support salary benchmarking and competitor landscape analysis
• Contribute to market insight reports and thought leadership content

What We Are Looking For

• 1–3 years in executive search, talent research, recruitment, or a related field
• Strong candidates with less experience and exceptional research instincts will be considered
• Proficiency in LinkedIn and Boolean search techniques
• Strong written and spoken English — outreach and candidate profiles must be polished and professional
• Highly organised — you will be running multiple mandates simultaneously
• Comfortable with ambiguity and fast-moving timelines
• Genuinely curious about business, industries, and people
• Meticulous — accuracy in research is non-negotiable
• Discreet and professional — executive search demands absolute confidentiality
• Hungry to grow in a meritocratic, high-performance environment

What You Will Get

• Direct mentorship from senior executive search consultants
• Exposure to C-suite mandates across Vietnam, Singapore, and the broader SEA region
• Clear path from Research Associate → Consultant → Senior Consultant
• Competitive base salary + performance bonus
• A small, high-calibre team where your contribution is visible from day one

Company Description

Gemma Associates is a newly founded organization led by experienced practitioners with a history of placing senior leaders across Vietnam and Southeast Asia. The company collaborates with multinational firms in sectors such as FMCG, technology, and others, helping them secure top-tier talent. Gemma Associates also partners with startups, recognizing the critical role of leadership in shaping culture, driving vision, and ensuring business success. We are committed to delivering exceptional recruitment solutions that meet the unique needs of our diverse clients.