Graduate Associate

Shape leadership at the highest level. Join Australia and New Zealand’s leading Board Advisory and Executive Search firm.

Johnson Partners is the region’s premier boutique executive search and advisory firm, with a 20-year legacy and a global alliance through Caldwell Partners International. We partner with ASX100 boards, private equity, and multinational organisations to deliver CEO, C-suite, and Board appointments across Financial Services, Professional Services, Consumer & Retail, Technology, Industrial, and Sport sectors.

Why join us?

As a Research Associate, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping leadership across industries. Working alongside Partners, you’ll support some of the country’s most significant executive appointments - assignments that influence the future of major organisations.

This is more than an administrative role. You’ll conduct market mapping, prepare candidate insights, and contribute to strategic projects that matter.

What you’ll do

• Conduct in-depth market research and talent mapping for executive roles.
• Prepare high-quality candidate reports and client-ready documents.
• Collaborate with Partners in client meetings and interviews with senior executives.
• Support business development initiatives and contribute to thought leadership projects.
• Coordinate team meetings and ensure seamless execution of assignments.

What we offer

• Flexibility: Hybrid work model with up to two days from home. Stunning CBD office on George Street.
• Career Development: AESC-accredited training, personalised development pathways, and mentoring from industry leaders.
• Exposure: Build a tier-one executive network by accompanying Partners to meetings with CEOs, Boards, and Chairs.
• Rewards: Market-leading bonus structures at all levels.
• Wellbeing: Four wellbeing days per year, stocked kitchen, and a vibrant social culture.
• Parental Leave: 3 months paid primary caregiver leave, 2 weeks paid non-primary caregiver leave, plus Keep In Touch days and additional support.
• Diversity & Inclusion: We champion diversity in every facet of our work, co-founding initiatives like the 40 Under 40 Most Influential Asian-Australian Awards and supporting First Nations leadership.

What you’ll bring

• A tertiary qualification in Business, Psychology, or a related field.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional written communication and attention to detail, with proficiency in Word and PowerPoint.
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to delivering quality outcomes at pace.
• Professionalism, energy, and a passion for working as part of a high-performing team.

Ready to make an impact?

If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply - you may be the perfect fit for this or other opportunities.

Apply now with your CV and a one-page cover letter telling us why you’re excited to join Johnson Partners: ***email_hidden***