Client service
Retained Executive Search
An exclusive mandate, led by a partner, delivered through original research rather than database recall.
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We are engaged on a retained basis because the appointments we handle carry consequence: a first external CEO, a CFO ahead of a transaction, a functional leader who must rebuild a division.
Every mandate begins with a defined leadership profile agreed with the board or sponsor, followed by a systematic map of the relevant market. We approach executives who are not looking, assess them against agreed criteria, and present a calibrated shortlist with written evidence.
What the engagement covers
- Partner-led from mandate definition to onboarding
- Original market mapping, not database matching
- Structured assessment against an agreed leadership profile
- Written shortlist reports and calibration meetings
- Referencing, due diligence, offer negotiation and transition support
Methodology
Every mandate follows our twelve-stage process, from mandate definition to a formal review six months after appointment.
Mandate DefinitionLeadership ProfileMarket MappingTarget IdentificationExecutive ApproachAssessment & CalibrationShortlist PresentationClient InterviewsReferences & Due DiligenceOffer & NegotiationAppointmentTransition & Onboarding
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