It is imperative that the position description reflects a clear understanding and agreement between the client and search consultant before proceeding. When the job description is finalized, the intensive research phase of the search commences. In conjunction with the client with we develop a list of target companies and target prospects. If the client wishes, an internal search of the client company can be performed to identify company employees suitable for possible promotion. Based upon research well underway, we contact prospective candidates by telephone and begin screening interested and promising candidates.
Personal interviews ensue in parallel with thorough reference checking activities.
Qualified candidates are aggressively recruited by selling the benefits of joining the client company. At mutually agreed upon intervals, the search consultant provides periodic progress reports to the Client Team. Once a strong pool of candidates is developed, the consultant will arrange formal interviews between the client and top candidates. The search consultant prepares the client to meet the candidates and, depending upon client preference, the consultant may or may not attend the interviews. Within 24 hours of the interview, the search consultant will de-brief both the candidate and client.