Client Support

Retained Search Service

The retained search service is suited to clients who have special needs and are looking for an extra high level of personal service and thoroughness in their search. It is thus recommended in the following cases:

  • When the hiring need is extremely urgent
  • Where the required level of expertise for the position is extremely high
  • Where the industry area is unusual, or the type of expertise sought is in very limited supply

Each retained search assignment is handled by one consultant, who will be appointed to work solely on your role and will be required to provide regular status reports to his or her manager to ensure the swift completion of the assignment.

We will begin the process with an in-depth consultation to ascertain the exact nature of your needs. We will then draft a tailored proposal outlining our search methodology, fee structure, and pre-agreed performance milestones. Once we commence the service we will employ the entire search techniques used in our contingency service, supplemented by the following specialized search techniques:

  • "Market mapping" to identify all of the target companies in your specific market, and the key players who constitute the desired talent pool.
  • Placing paid print/online ads in specifically targeted local and regional industry publications/websites. We leverage our knowledge of local markets and cultures in selecting the most appropriate sites and publications.
  • Targeting, contacting and interviewing prospective candidates in a discreet and professional manner, leading to the short-listing of an agreed number of candidates who satisfy the hiring criteria stipulated by you.
  • Taking up personal references and verifying qualifications as far as possible to ensure consistency with any information presented in the in candidate’s resume.

Should you wish to know more about our retained search service, please contact us by clicking here. We We will be happy to offer a full consultation and provide a detailed proposal document based upon your agreed search criteria.