Discovering the right professionals for businesses takes time, especially when it comes to senior-level and executive roles. In such cases, the recruiting process requires more resources, a more careful consideration, a clear definition of the position’s requirements and most importantly, attaching to the right recruitment partner. 

If you are looking for executive profiles, answering the following questions will guide your evaluation process and assist in finding a partner that will ultimately identify and cover your needs.

1. What approach will the Executive Search Recruitment Firm follow?

The most important thing is to clarify the steps that will be followed during the recruiting process; including the overall understanding of the client’s needs, assessing candidates, managing interviews and shortlisting. 

The right partner will manage to provide insight and ongoing communication with the client about the status of each search. Furthermore, the client will have direct access to the Recruitment consultant that works on the company’s projects.

2. What reputation does the Recruitment Firm have?

It is important to partner with a Recruitment Firm that specialises in Executive Search and has a good reputation. 

An effective way to examine the firm’s identity and quality of service is by checking its Google reviews, website testimonials and the types of the currently available roles.

3. What is the geographic reach of the firm?

Finding suitable candidates for your organisation and industry may require searching in a specific or wider geographic region. 

Therefore, it is important to partner with a well-established Recruitment Firm that is an expert of the market in your area and can cover the role. Moreover, the firm and its consultants must have a vast network to reassure that your organisation will reach top talents.

4. How experienced is the team of the Recruitment Firm?

When reviewing the experience and expertise of a Recruitment team you should consider the following:

• The specialisation in executive search
• The years of experience in the industry
• The clients they work with

It is also helpful to look at the LinkedIn profiles of the team as they might give additional insights regarding their professionalism, experience, skills and accomplishments. 

5. What types of placements has the firm achieved?

Successful placements are a valid effectiveness measure for a Recruitment Firm. 

Additionally, current and credible testimonials from both clients and candidates confirm the quality of work that has been done. It may also seem helpful to ask trusted professionals from your network that have already engaged with the firm regarding their overall experience and results.

6. How important is collaboration for the Recruitment Firm?

The Recruitment Firm you will choose to partner with, must become your guide and advisor during the entire process. Therefore, it is important that it promotes collaboration and focuses on building strong relationships with both clients and candidates.

Firms that realise the importance of the recruiting process and act as an extension of your business will proceed to a shortlist that matches its image and reputation. Similarly, your dedicated expert recruiter should emphasise confidentiality and discretion, as the entire process of the executive search must be handled tactfully.

7. What can you expect when the search is finished?

Top Recruitment firms support candidates’ transition into their new leadership roles by resolving any relevant problems that may occur when starting a new position. Firms that provide such a high level of service to their clients will present it during the initial meeting and approach explanation.

The complexity of executive search requires experienced and specialised recruiters. Consequently, it is essential to take the time to evaluate and find the right partner that will manage the recruiting process in a way that will lead your business to success.
 

By Grigoria Pateraki, Communications Team