Research Specialist

# Research Specialist

> Keller Executive Search · South Africa (Remote) · Full-time · Posted 2026-09-08

**Workplace:** remote

**Department:** Internal Use

## Description

### About the Role

We are looking for a Research Specialist to build and run a research capability that supports both internal business needs and client-facing work. This is a hands-on role: the successful candidate owns research requests end to end, from scoping through to a finished, decision-ready output.

The work spans company, market, and competitive research, feeding directly into business decisions and, over time, into research delivered as part of client engagements.

### Key Responsibilities

• Research and verify information on companies, sectors, and markets, across a range of business topics
• Sustain ongoing tracking of relevant developments over time, not just respond to one-off requests
• Turn raw findings into clear, structured written briefs and summaries, translating facts into useful business insight
• Support company, market, and competitive intelligence relevant to the firm’s core work
• Maintain research files and reference materials for future use
• Handle ad hoc research requests with strong accuracy and good turnaround
• Contribute to refining research processes and documentation over time

## Requirements
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• Genuine, hands-on experience in market or business research (a background in competitive intelligence, strategy/commercial research, or a related analytical field is a plus, not a substitute)
• Demonstrated ability to research and verify information from multiple sources, quickly and accurately
• Demonstrated ability to produce a clean, structured, decision-ready brief
• Fluency with research databases, company/industry data sources, and standard spreadsheet/office tools
• Strong written English and clear presentation of findings
• Comfortable managing multiple research requests and shifting priorities

### Nice to Have

• Experience or interest in eventually supporting client-facing research work
• Familiarity with professional services, recruitment, or consulting environments
• Strong Excel or Google Sheets capability
• Experience preparing slides, summaries, or briefing materials

## Benefits
### What We Offer

• Remote work arrangement
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Flat management structure with direct access to decision-makers
• Open communication environment

### About Keller Executive Search

Keller Executive Search is a recruitment agency that provides services to clients ranging from startups and non-profits to multinational corporations. The firm emphasises ethical search processes, attentive candidate care, and leadership placements that support long-term client outcomes.

To learn more about the firm and about our candidate services - please visit

[](https://www.haldren.com/)[Executive Search and Recruitment Headhunters](https://www.kellerexecutivesearch.com/)

### Disclaimer

**Equal Employment Opportunity Statement** Employment decisions are made without unlawful discrimination on the basis of protected characteristics under applicable South African law.

**Commitment to Diversity** A diverse and inclusive workplace is supported through fair, merit-based selection processes and accessible recruitment practices.

**Data Protection and Privacy** Personal information is handled in line with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and related requirements, including lawful processing, data minimisation, and appropriate security safeguards.

**Pay Equity** Compensation practices are designed to support fairness and non-discrimination, with role-related factors such as responsibilities, experience, and skills considered.

**Health and Safety** Workplace health and safety obligations are supported in line with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, including reasonable measures to reduce risk.

**Compliance with Law** Employment practices are intended to comply with applicable South African legislation, including the Employment Equity Act and the Basic Conditions of Employment Act.

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