Dinesh Nagpal
New Delhi
Summary
Research professional with 9+ years of experience in executive search, talent intelligence, market mapping, and leadership research. Skilled in delivering market insights, executive assessments, and competitive intelligence that support strategic talent and business decisions. Recognized for partnering with global stakeholders to deliver high-quality research outcomes and drive operational excellence.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Research Analyst
Egon Zehnder
Gurugram
01.2023 - Current
- Drive knowledge management and research initiatives across global markets, supporting strategic client and talent engagements.
- Conduct in-depth leadership, executive, and talent research using LinkedIn, BoardEx, Factiva, and proprietary internal databases.
- Develop targeted executive mappings, talent landscapes, and market intelligence aligned with client mandates and search requirements.
- Prepare market intelligence reports, executive assessments, company profiles, and talent insights to inform client and consultant decision-making.
- Support the end-to-end delivery of global executive hiring programs, including leadership assessments, onboarding planning, stakeholder coordination, and integration activities.
- Partner with global consultants on the onboarding, assessment, and integration of senior executives across cross-border assignments.
- Develop high-quality PowerPoint presentations, executive briefs, and concise written materials for global consultants and stakeholders.
- Curate and distribute leadership and talent newsletters covering executive transitions, organizational changes, and emerging talent trends across global markets.
- Maintain accurate and current candidate documentation across systems and projects.
Research Analyst
Egon Zehnder
Gurugram
06.2021 - 12.2022
- Supported executive search engagements through talent mapping, candidate identification, and market intelligence research.
- Assisted EZ offices on key mandates and knowledge management projects by leveraging online resources and the EZ database, improving research efficiency.
- Contributed as a core team member of the Due Diligence team and executed comprehensive negative press checks on prospective candidates to identify any media coverage that could impact their credibility and reveal potential red flags.
- Curated and distributed global monthly newsletter on notable tech investments by leading venture capital firms, and increasing awareness of market trends.
Senior Associate
Egon Zehnder
Gurugram
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Managed work allocation, workflow, and stakeholder relationships for 12 European offices, streamlining operations and improving communication efficiency.
Associate
Egon Zehnder
Gurugram
09.2017 - 12.2020
- Conducted candidate research, talent mapping, and market analysis for executive search assignments.
- Built and maintained executive and company databases using public and proprietary sources.
- Performed data validation and quality assurance activities to enhance research accuracy and database integrity.
Education
BBA - Business Administration And Management, General
Institute of Information Technology & Management
New Delhi03-2017
Skills
- Executive Search
- Leadership Hiring & Advisory
- Board & C-Suite Research
- Talent Mapping
- Market Analysis
- Industry Research
- Competitive Intelligence
- Project Management
Sources (Tools)
LinkedIn Recruiter | Capital IQ | Factiva | BoardEx | PitchBook | Crunchbase | LexisNexis | ZoomInfo
Accomplishments
- Bravo Award for exemplary ownership and commitment in 2026 and 2025.
- Shining Star Performer of the Quarter in 2022 and 2020.
- Recognized as Gems for the Month of April 2019.
Projects
Projects focusing on market analysis and consumer behavior:
- Conducted an in-depth study on Customer Perception towards Google Self Driving Car.
- Developed a case study analyzing Axis Bank and Andhra Bank.
Timeline
Senior Research Analyst
Egon Zehnder
01.2023 - Current
Research Analyst
Egon Zehnder
06.2021 - 12.2022
Senior Associate
Egon Zehnder
01.2021 - 06.2021
Associate
Egon Zehnder
09.2017 - 12.2020
BBA - Business Administration And Management, General
Institute of Information Technology & Management