Our Direct Search process includes the following steps:
Exchange of Information
Information about the company, its strategic goals,
the competition as well as the position to be filled,
is discussed with the client. On the basis of this
discussion, the job and candidate profiles are defined.
Written Confirmation and Specifications
Written summary of our understanding of the company,
position, tasks involved and candidate profile; outline
of the search process with respect to industries,
target companies, and time frame; agreement as to fees.
Systematic Research
Research on companies and company structures,
according to the method established; discussions with
industry insiders and consultants; initial phone
contact with selected candidates.
Communication and Up-dates
We report regularly to our clients about the progress
of the project and any experiences and insights gleaned
throughout the project.
Interviews and Confidential Reports
Face-to-face interviews with appropriate candidates
interested in the position; evaluation of candidate
qualifications, performance, motivation, mobility and
personality. Preparation of specific, targeted
confidential reports on the most appropriate
candidates.
Introductions and References
Introducing the candidates to the client, followed by
evaluations of the meetings. Following up references
for the final group of candidates selected.
Contractual Negotiations and Follow-Up
Assistance with negotiations and structuring the offer
of employment. After the candidate's commencement date,
regular contact with both the client and the candidate
to assist in the integration process.
In accepting a search assignment, we agree to see the
project through to completion at terms agreed upon.
