Retained Executive Search

There are a number of reasons a company may wish to retain the services of a senior appointment specialist agency:

  • Confidential, strategic replacement of an underperforming employee.
  • Executive position that requires a details market search of the very best talent.
  • Critical but difficult to fill role due to skill shortages. 

Stage 1: 1/3 of the agreed fee is payable up front. (The retainer)

Stage 2: 1/3 of the agreed fee is payable on presentation of an agreed shortlist of candidates.

Stage 3: 1/3 (or the balance) is payable on the successful candidate signing the employment contract.

Retained Search fee’s reflect the dedication of considerable resources allocated to the search assignment to ensure the very best outcome for the client. You can be assured that the thorough process will deliver the markets best talent.

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Our Retained Search process:

  • Initial client briefing to discuss and gain a deep understanding of the role, the company, the culture, the strategic goals and desired outcome.
  • Development of a detailed candidate profile.
  • Internal debriefing with researchers and senior consultants with relevant market knowledge.
  • Research and development of the market.
  • Generation of candidate long list.
  • Approach and qualification of candidates to produce a shortlist.
  • Reference checks.
  • Presentation of shortlist.
  • Arranging interviews.
  • Contract negotiation/mediation.
  • On boarding of the successful candidate.
  • Continued communication to enable a positive long term outcome for both parties.