Methodology

HLS Strategic Executive Search Process

• Identification of client’s selection criteria through in-depth needs discovery interviews
• Determination of search classification:
  • retained
  • exclusive contingency
  • general contingency
• Identification of client’s interview methodology
• Establishment of compensation structure and analysis relative to industry averages
• Development of job description
• Creation of opportunity and employer brand attributes for candidates
• Presentation of the recruiting process, including:
  • Publicity/Advertisements
  • Parameters for targeted local, regional and national presentations of opportunity
  • Database review
  • Social media strategies
• Implementation of tactical recruitment strategies
• Completion of candidate screening interviews relative to the client’s selection criteria
• Creation of Executive Summary and submission with resume/CV
• Completion of professional reference checks
• Management and coordination of interview process
• Presentation of employment offer to the selected candidate
• Communication of decision to candidates not selected
• Consultation with the candidate on resignation process and negating counteroffers