Approach

Investigation
We ensure that we understand our clients and their requirements prior to advising how we can meet their executive search needs. Preparation and understanding of all the facts at the outset ensures that we are able to respond quickly and meaningfully to our clients without wasting valuable time or resources. We do not accept assignments unless we are confident that they will yield success and satisfaction for all parties concerned.

Research & Analysis
We conduct preliminary research, when necessary, to advise our clients of the best course of action in relation to specific assignments. We provide updated advice on the market, salaries, candidate availability and competition for talent to manage client expectations and to support suggested recruitment strategies for our clients. No two searches are treated the same and standard methodologies are not utilized. Whilst we have established processes and procedures to ensure consistency and efficiency, we do not sell a "cookie-cutter" search solution to our clients, rather we provide the best solution for each situation/set of circumstances.

Consultation & Recommendations
Once all relevant data is available, we craft a recruitment strategy. We consult with our clients during this process and incorporate their feedback, to ensure that expectations are met and our understanding of our client’s needs are consistent with the way that we present opportunities to potential candidates.

Project Management
Once a recruitment strategy is architected, we implement and manage the project. We leverage all available resources, including but not limited to: our personal networks; professional associations; internal & external databases; research; the internet and advertising (when appropriate), etc. We search for suitable candidates (ensuring that they match job specification, education, salary, personality and cultural requirements) and we verify their interest in the opportunity/ies. If appropriate, we then "screen" the candidates by telephone, interview them by video conference/in person, prepare candidate profiles and finalize short lists. Once candidate profiles are approved by our clients we arrange interviews, liaise between the parties, conduct negotiations, take references and manage the candidate/client relationship through placement and until the expiration of any guarantee period.

Market Advisors
We can also provide our clients with current and ongoing advice about: the employment market (generally and specifically relating to industry sectors); candidate availability; salary surveys; HR issues; networking opportunities; potential acquisitions/alliances, etc.


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