In Ackermann Executive you find a proven expertise, a rigorous executive search and assessment process, an unrivaled access to senior executives, and a deep industry and functional knowledge.
ACKERMANN EXECUTIVE SEARCH
Deep knowledge of the specific skills and profiles needed to succeed in each sector and role.
INDUSTRIES PRACTICES
We are completely in tune with developments in each specific sector.
EXPLORE OUR INDUSTRIES PRACTICESIt is our mission to ensure that every client and candidate experience ends in a high level of satisfaction, no matter how complex their needs may be.
OUR EXECUTIVE SEARCH PROCESS
We provide our clients thorough executive search process, which includes six main phases as outlined bellow. Each phase is carried out with discretion, sensitivity and using the full resources and market insight at our disposal.
1. Client priorities and candidate profile
Our methodology begins with a detailed study of needs and challenges unique to the organization in order to gain a deep understanding about what kind of executive profesional will be the most effective for your company.
Following this stage, we help our clients to define ideal candidate profile (knowledge, experience and skills) and customized position (role, responsabilities, goals and key challenges). As a consultans, we take a broad approach and offer differents perspectives for how to conceive a role and pinpoint the ideal candidate.
2. Search, screening and selection process
Our primary focus is direct search. Our teams conduct targeted research into companies and sector and develop an exhaustive list of prospects best qualified for the role.
Following the identification of the long list, we initiate short-listing. This commences with initial telephone interviews which assess a prospective candidate’s suitability for and interest in the position. Once this has been confirmed, candidates carryout in-depth one to one interviews with the project’s lead consultant. The interview format is a combination of non-directive discussions to assess the candidate’s personality and communication skills, as well as competency based interviews and psychometric testing. During the interview stage, our consultants show a genuine care with candidates, and take time to understand of each professional’s interest, aspirations, and manage his expectations and concerns.
3. Short list presentation and client interviews
We develop short list of the most qualified candidates with a detailed assessment report, which contains information on the candidates’ personal, behavioural, academic and professional profiles, including a rationale in which we explain why the candidate should be considered for the role.
Following the review the shortlist with our clients and action any feedback, we start and manage the client interview process.
4. Offers and Acceptance
After the client has selected its preferred candidate, Ackermann International support client in the preparation and presentation of the offer to the successful candidate. This is then followed by discussions with both the client and the candidate.
5. On boarding and integration
Our work does not end with a sucessfull hire. We work in partnership with our client and candidate to identify integration needs and plan the successful integration of the candidate into their new organisation.
We meet with client and candidate at regular intervals to follow up the integration process: placement’s fit with the corporate culture, the position, the team and de organization.
6. Review and continuous improvement
We are absolutely committed to quality. After every placement we carryout in-depth service reviews with our clients to ensure maximum client satisfaction and promote a culture of continuous improvement.
ONE GLOBAL TEAM
Search for an experienced consultant from our network that reaches across 35 offices worldwide.
OFFICES
35 offices to provide talent search and HR consulting services on a worldwide scale
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