• Analyze the challenges unique to the organization and the role and determine the client priorities that will shape the search process
• Determine the skills, knowledge and abilities required, offering insight and fresh perspectives on how clients can think about their needs; when appropriate, challenge client assumptions and present alternative ideas for how to conceive a role
• Develop a customized position and candidate specification, detailing the company, the role, responsibilities, goals and key challenges of the position as well as the experience, qualifications and competencies required for success

• Co-ordinate and facilitate interviews (onsite or virtual, to be determined depending on COVID-19 protocols)
• open feedback discussions post-interviews are held with each interviewed candidate and client
• Perform in-depth executive capabilities assessment leveraging external personality assessment(if needed) in high-stakes finalist selection situations

• Conduct targeted research into companies and sectors to find those with relevant skill-sets and qualifications, supplementing extensive knowledge of and relationships with senior executives across industries and functions
• Develop a long list of prospects best qualified for the role, with the goal of providing real options for clients to consider
• Talk with third-party contacts to identify and qualify prospects

• Approach passive candidates to test their interest in the role, drawing on our insights about candidate interests and aspirations to persuade strong prospects to consider new opportunities
• Conduct rigorous recruiter interviews with candidates based on the proven skills, knowledge, abilities and aptitudes outlined in the position specification
• Weekly search progress update calls and reports are provided to ensure client alignment
• Develop a short list of candidates and present the most qualified based on a written analysis against the specification
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• Co-ordinate and facilitate interviews (onsite or virtual, to be determined depending on COVID-19 protocols)
• open feedback discussions post-interviews are held with each interviewed candidate and client
• Perform in-depth executive capabilities assessment leveraging external personality assessment(if needed) in high-stakes finalist selection situations
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• Verify each candidate’s academic qualifications
• After the client has selected its preferred candidate, conduct thorough background checks and referencing to further assess competencies
• Assist in negotiations over compensation and other terms to help finalize the search
• Communicate regularly with client and placement during transition
• Conduct client satisfaction survey to improve service and refine approach
• Periodically follow up with client and candidate once search is closed, checking in on the placement’s fit with the organization and the progress of the transition
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