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STEPS TO SEARCH SUCCESS
- Work with client to
develop a detailed and complete job description.
- Obtain input from
the HR Manager, the Hiring Authority and other team members.
- Research to determine
potential candidate pool.
- Check internal and
external databases for leads and referrals.
- Network with Top
Echelon and other domestic and international search firms.
- Recruit from competitors
and related industries.
- Screen candidates
to determine qualifications and interest.
- Develop potential
finalists through in-depth interviews.
- Check and verify
candidate credentials.
- Perform reference
checks with former supervisors and colleagues.
- Coordinate required
personality profiles and/or psychological tests.
- Make sure finalists
have discussed position, travel and relocation with the family.
Brief spouse if requested.
- Test, rank and evaluate
finalists to create a short list.
- Coordinate interview
schedule, travel and accommodations.
- Prepare candidates
for interviews by reviewing job requirements, company culture,
organizational structure, background and personality of the hiring
team.
- Prepare client for
interviews with a complete candidate profile detailing experience,
qualifications, reasons for change and specific interest in this
position and company. Provide results of personality profiles,
background and reference checks.
- Debrief candidates
after each interview. Confirm interest, technical and cultural
fit. Resolve doubts, answer questions.
- Debrief client after
each interview to assess candidate’s strengths, weaknesses
and compatibility. Resolve doubts, answer questions.
- Discuss counter offers
and how to deal with them.
- Work with client
to develop an offer that will be accepted.
- Make offer to candidate.
Negotiate changes to gain acceptance. Establish start date.
- Assist candidate
with letter of resignation and professional exit.
- Coordinate meetings
with realtors, schools, relocation consultants, moving companies,
etc. to facilitate relocation.
- Be certain spouse
and family is adequately informed and continues to support the
move and new career. Help spouse with employment search if necessary.
- Follow up with new
employee and client to assure a smooth start and rapid integration.
70% of our
business is repeat.
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