Five steps, one standard: discipline
We run every position on a standard four-week timeline and the same measurable workflow; your shortlist is on the table within 5 business days. A 48-hour feedback loop raises offer-acceptance rates by 40%.
From brief to placement, step by step
Every step ends with a concrete deliverable in your hands — throughout the process you know exactly what arrives and when.
Position brief
In the first meeting we clarify together the role's technical requirements, team culture, management expectations and success criteria. Where helpful, we visit your site to understand the position first-hand. A precise brief is the most critical step in the process — an hour invested here saves days in the weeks that follow.
Deliverable: Approved position profile and search strategyPool search & targeted research
We search our tagged talent pool of 50,000+ people, activate our industry referral network and reach executives who are not actively job-seeking through confidential, targeted research (headhunting). The aim is not those who apply to a posting, but those who best fit the position.
Deliverable: Qualified candidate universe (long list)Competency & fit assessment
Structured, competency-based interviews measure technical and managerial capacity. We then assess cultural fit through an interview supported by a clinical psychologist: will the candidate succeed within your management style, your pace and your culture?
Deliverable: Comparative, candidate-by-candidate assessment reportsShortlist presentation — 5 business days
Within 5 business days of receiving the position, we present your qualified shortlist. For each candidate you receive a report covering strengths, development areas, salary expectations and fit analysis, so you walk into your interviews fully prepared.
Deliverable: Reported shortlist + interview planOffer, placement & placement guarantee
We manage the offer process with both parties' interests in mind, follow the onboarding and check in regularly after placement. If the candidate does not stay for the agreed period, we run the replacement process free of charge — we carry the risk, not you.
Deliverable: Placement + follow-up throughout the guarantee periodCommon questions about the process
Does the shortlist really arrive in 5 business days?
Yes — this is our standard service commitment. The clock starts on the day the position brief is finalised. A talent pool tagged by industry and competency, together with our focus on three core industries, is what makes this speed possible.
What does the placement guarantee cover?
If the candidate we place leaves or fails to meet expectations within the guarantee period set out in the agreement, we run the replacement process for the same position again at no additional charge.
Why does a psychologist-supported assessment matter?
Most poor executive hires stem not from a lack of technical ability but from cultural misalignment. An interview conducted alongside a clinical psychologist measures dimensions that a standard interview overlooks, such as motivation, stress management and team fit.
How is confidentiality ensured?
We work with absolute confidentiality on both the employer and the candidate side. In targeted searches your company name is not disclosed until you approve it, and candidate information is never shared with any employer without consent.
Who is our point of contact throughout the process?
The consultant assigned to your position is your single point of contact throughout; they proactively share status updates at every stage.
See the process on your own role
Get in touch for a brief meeting — let's clarify your roadmap the same day.