Head of Research

This is a position within Keller Executive Search and not with one of its clients. This senior position will lead Research for Keller Executive Search in São Paulo, Brazil, shaping strategy, building scalable processes, and partnering across the firm to deliver measurable impact. Key Responsibilities Define the Research vision, roadmap, and annual operating plan aligned to business goals. Build and lead a high‑performing Research team; set clear objectives and coach managers. Own Research KPIs and reporting; drive continuous improvement and operational excellence. Establish scalable policies, processes, and tooling for Research across regions. Partner with executive leadership and cross‑functional stakeholders to deliver outcomes. Manage budgets, vendors, and risk within the Research portfolio. Principais Responsabilidades Definir uma estratégia plurianual e desdobrá‑la em planos trimestrais com métricas claras. Liderar equipes com foco em coaching, segurança psicológica e alta performance. Criar rotinas operacionais orientadas por dados, painéis e ciclos de melhoria contínua. Gerir orçamentos e fornecedores; negociar contratos equilibrando valor, risco e agilidade. Desenhar processos em conformidade com a legislação local e políticas internas. Atuar em parceria com as áreas correlatas para executar prioridades. Representar a função para a alta liderança com relatórios objetivos. Qualifications 7+ years of progressive experience in Research with 4+ years leading managers. Proven track record building programs at regional or global scale. Strong analytical skills; ability to translate data into decisions. Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills. Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or relevant certification preferred. Experience in professional services or recruitment industry is an advantage. Requisitos 7+ anos em cargos seniores relacionados, incluindo liderança de gestores. Histórico de construção de processos escaláveis e entrega de OKRs. Forte capacidade analítica e financeira. Excelente gestão de stakeholders e comunicação executiva. Conhecimento das leis e normas locais aplicáveis. Graduação obrigatória; pós‑graduação/certificações são diferenciais. Benefits Salary range: R$440,000–R$550,000 BRL Opportunities for professional growth. Company culture: Flat management structure with direct access to decision‑makers. Open communication environment. Benefícios Faixa salarial: R$440,000–R$550,000 BRL Oportunidades de crescimento profissional. Cultura: estrutura enxuta com acesso direto aos decisores; comunicação aberta. Plano médico completo. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Employment practices align with the anti‑discrimination principles of the Brazilian Federal Constitution and the Consolidação das Leis do Trabalho (CLT). All qualified applicants are assessed based on merit and job‑related criteria.Commitment to Diversity: An inclusive and diverse environment enhances performance. Recruitment and promotion decisions are based on qualifications and business needs.Data Protection and Privacy: Personal data is processed solely for recruitment in accordance with the Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD – Lei nº 13.709/2018).Pay Equity: Pay practices comply with Brazilian law, including equal‑pay obligations (Lei nº 14.611/2023), and are based on objective, job‑related factors.Health and Safety: Obligations under the Normas Regulamentadoras (NR) are observed to maintain a safe and healthy workplace.Compliance with Law: Employment complies with all applicable Brazilian labor and privacy laws. Note This job posting may be for a position with Keller Executive Search or one of our clients. The specific employer will be identified during the application and interview process. Employment laws and requirements may vary depending on the employer and location. #J-18808-Ljbffr