Executive Search is our core business. Finding the best fit top talent is a strategic priority for every organisation.
“What could possibly be more important than who gets hired…” Jack Welch
Our Approach
We work across all industries and our approach to Executive Search is based on a project management process, led by a senior consultant.
Industry focus
Our focus is on both public and private sector markets. This is carried out by our team of senior executive consultants who have extensive industry experience. Our search assignments are allocated according to industry focus and expertise.
PUBLIC SECTOR
State Owned Enterprises
Government Agencies
National Government
Provincial Government
Local Government
PRIVATE SECTOR
Industrial
Financial Services
Academic
Technology
FMCG
Retail
Pharmaceutical
Consulting
Health
Legal
Our understanding of the pressing needs of our clients
- Clients would like to fill leadership positions quickly, they however do not want to compromise on quality. Given executive search costs and timelines, clients need to be able to reduce the risk of candidates not performing to their level of expectations
- Finding a suitable candidate capable of transitioning seamlessly while supporting the transition of their teams
- Candidates capable of creating cohesive teams for high performance.
- Market intelligence mapping – An in-depth Research and Analysis of the talent pool who may be suitable for executive and management roles.
Our Process
Planning Phase
Understanding our clients needs, business and culture, search context.
Agreeing on a role and candidate profile description.
Developing a search plan.
Identification and Assessment of Candidates
- Direct search.
- Network recommendations.
- Propriety database search.
- Internet and other candidate sources.
- Integration of internal candidates.
- Consultant interviews.
- Telephone/Skype interviews.
- Client progress reports.
- Longlist review.
Shortlisting
- Shortlist of candidates.
- Detailed assessment reports.
- Client interviews.
- Informal references.
Selecting Executives
- Finalise reference checks.
- Select finalists.
- Contract negotiation.
Following up
- Ensuring proper start.
- Follow up consultation.
- Continuing obligations.
- Transition coaching