The services of outside professionals are utilized by prudent companies for high-level legal, accounting and other special needs. Although executive search can be performed by in-house human resource departments, employing the services of an executive search firm is ultimately more expedient, efficient and effective. Executive recruiters provide strict confidentiality, an extensive network of contacts, objectivity in candidate evaluation, and negotiation experience and expertise.
Executive recruiters observe strict confidentiality.
Organizations with an opening in their executive ranks are vulnerable. Whether for an existing position to be filled, or a position newly created by downsizing or market opportunity, the hiring process must be strictly confidential. Confidentiality can keep competitors from being tipped off to management shake-ups, new product and market initiatives, and can protect against employee, stockholder, and supplier apprehension. Search consultants value the highly sensitive information they become privy to during the search process. They are acutely aware and respectful of their client's vulnerability.