Research Associate – Guidepoint Insights Location: Gurugram (Delhi NCR) – In-office

Shift: US Hours (approx. 6:00 PM – 2:30 AM IST)

Overview

Guidepoint is launching a centralized Centre for Expert Acquisition (CEA) team to build and scale expert coverage across priority sectors, particularly within Private Markets.

This team will operate differently from traditional recruiting. Instead of reacting to individual client requests, the CEA team builds proactive, programmatic pipelines — mapping markets, identifying priority companies and personas, and continuously recruiting high-value experts aligned to Guidepoint’s long-term strategy.

This is a high-execution, outbound role with significant time spent on phone-based outreach and engagement with senior industry professionals.

The role is fully in-office during US hours and is part of a new, high-visibility team being built from the ground up.

What You’ll Do

As a Research Associate (Strategic Recruiting), you will play a key role in expanding Guidepoint’s expert network in targeted industries and functions.

Identify and recruit senior industry professionals (executives, operators, customers, investors, subject matter experts) aligned to priority sectors

Execute high-volume outbound outreach daily via phone, LinkedIn, and email

Engage and communicate with senior professionals, clearly articulating Guidepoint’s value proposition

Screen and qualify experts for relevance, depth of experience, and suitability

Build and maintain accurate profiles in Guidepoint’s CRM systems





Work closely with internal stakeholders to understand sector priorities and coverage gaps

Meet and exceed weekly and monthly recruiting KPIs in a performance-driven environment

Continuously refine outreach strategies based on response rates and conversion trends

Support onboarding and early activation of newly recruited experts

What You Have

Bachelor’s degree or higher with strong academic performance

0–2 years of experience in recruitment, B2B sales, inside sales, business development, lead generation, or similar roles

Comfort with cold calling and outbound outreach as a core daily activity

Strong written and verbal English communication skills

Willingness and ability to work a fixed US-hours night shift from office (mandatory)

Results-oriented mindset with a track record of meeting or exceeding targets

Robust attention to detail and organizational skills

Intellectual curiosity and willingness to learn about new industries

Ability to work independently while collaborating closely within a team

Who Thrives in This Role

Individuals who enjoy fast-paced, target-driven environments

People comfortable speaking with senior professionals daily

Self-starters who take ownership and operate with high accountability

Candidates motivated by performance, growth,



and building something from scratch

What Makes This Role Unique

Direct exposure to senior executives, investors, and industry leaders globally

Opportunity to help build a new, centralized recruiting engine from the ground up

High visibility within Guidepoint’s global research and operations leadership

Clear, KPI-driven performance structure with measurable impact

Strong career progression into recruiting, strategic sourcing, and research roles

What We Offer

Competitive compensation package

Employee medical coverage and benefits.

Central office location in a agile business hub.

Opportunity to work in a lean, entrepreneurial environment with direct access to leadership and decision-makers.

A collaborative, casual work environment with a focus on autonomy and innovation.

One-way transportation for employees supporting the US shift

Commitment to employee safety, including female security personnel accompanying transportation services.

About Guidepoint

Guidepoint is a leading research enablement platform designed to advance understanding and empower our clients’ decision-making process. Powered by innovative technology, real-time data, and hard-to-source expertise, we help our clients turn answers into action.

With a network of nearly 1.5 million experts and over 1,300 employees worldwide, Guidepoint delivers on-demand intelligence to leading organizations across industries.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment and building a culture where different perspectives drive better outcomes.

📌 Research Associate (Gurugram)
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