How an executive search firm works

Have you ever been up close and personal with an executive search firm whether as a candidate or a client? Do you know how an executive search firm works?

I have worked closely with an executive search firm before previously when I was organising a conference on executive training, recruitment and appraisal. We got someone from the industry to give a talk on how they do executive searches and placement.

An executive search firm is a relationship-driven business. They work very closely with both client and candidate. They talk to the client to review each assignment and requirement with great detail. Then they go through their extensive database and utilise industry contacts to get the best, most qualified candidate for the job. The candidates are well-screened and assessed by going through a very thorough interview and selection process.

The executive search firm is involved every step of the way and continues to coach the candidates and guide the client all the way till client and candidate meet up. In this manner they are able to get the best match for the client and candidate. This is exactly how A.E. Feldman Associates, Inc works. With its headquarters in New York, they fill up positions nationally for both middle and top executive positions… from associates to partners… and from analysts to managing directors.