Methodology
What you are actually paying us to do.
Twelve stages, each with a defined output and a named owner. Clients receive written coverage evidence throughout, not a progress call.
- 01
Mandate Definition
We agree scope, terms, decision-makers, timetable and the business context driving the appointment.
- 02
Leadership Profile
A written profile covering the future role, success measures, capabilities, and the non-negotiables.
- 03
Market Mapping
Original research across target organisations to define the accessible leadership population.
- 04
Target Identification
A longlist agreed with the client, with rationale and coverage evidence for each name.
- 05
Executive Approach
Discreet, partner-led approaches to executives who are not in the market.
- 06
Assessment & Calibration
Structured interviews against the agreed profile, calibrated with the client before shortlist.
- 07
Shortlist Presentation
Written reports on each shortlisted executive with evidence, risks and comparison.
- 08
Client Interviews
We manage the process, prepare both sides, and capture structured feedback at each stage.
- 09
References & Due Diligence
Formal referencing, qualification checks and, where required, background verification.
- 10
Offer & Negotiation
We handle compensation structure, notice, counter-offer risk and expectations on both sides.
- 11
Appointment
Announcement planning, internal communication and stakeholder sequencing.
- 12
Transition & Onboarding
First-hundred-days support and a formal review at six months.
Candidate assessment
How executives are evaluated.
Every candidate is assessed against the same twelve-point framework, agreed with the client at mandate definition and evidenced in a written report before shortlist.
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