Work
Approach and Methodology
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The
Hewitt Partners 10-Step Process
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executive search is initiated once we spend sufficient
time to develop a complete understanding of the position
to be filled and the essential professional, technical,
and personal qualifications of the individual to successfully
meet the job assignment. |
Step
1:
Preliminary Research
and Consulting |
We
want to become fully cognizant of your organization and
the position we are being asked to fill. In this process,
we become acquainted with various staff members and their
backgrounds and experiences. Our objective is to source
candidates who combine the right chemistry with the appropriate
experience and qualifications. It is of the utmost importance
that we fully understand your organization, its structure,
and its operating requirements. |
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Step
2:
Job Definition
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In
concert with your organization, we will draft a job description
and candidate specification package which delineates the
scope, authority, and responsibility of the particular
job assignment. It will identify the criteria for preliminary
candidate evaluation. It is absolutely essential that
the candidates and we understand precisely what the position
entails and the unique characteristics sought by your
organization. The quality of our candidates depends upon
the realistic objectives, which this document establishes.
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Step
3:
Search Plan &
Strategy |
An
action plan to produce the most qualified candidates,
with a work schedule and timetable for results are developed
for your review of our performance. |
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Step
4:
Industry Consultations
to Identify Prospects |
Systematic
research of targeted organizations is undertaken to source
potential candidates. Through a variety of resources,
we will identify key candidates whose responsibilities
and accomplishments are relevant to the criteria for success
established by your organization. We identify candidates
through an assortment of resources including contacting
industry resources and accessing our extensive research
library and national databases. |
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Step
5:
Screening &
Interviewing
Prospects |
The
most qualified prospects are selected for in-depth interviews,
backgrounds are explored, and credentials are documented
and verified. |
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Step
6:
Introduction
of Candidates |
The
most suitable candidates are presented for your consideration.
A written report provides facts about the candidateÕs
experience and accomplishments, as well as our assessment.
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Step
7:
Interviews
with Candidates |
From
several candidates presented, you conduct one or more
interviews. We provide assistance in structuring these
interviews for maximum benefit and add our professional
perspective to the subsequent evaluation. |
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Step
8:
Comprehensive
Reference
Checking |
You
determine the preferred candidate. We complete comprehensive
reference checks with those qualified to comment on the
candidate's leadership, accomplishments, integrity, ethics
and other relevant characteristics. |
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Step
9:
Negotiation |
Once
mutual interest is established we will assist in negotiating
the compensation package and employment arrangements.
This is a critical stage requiring utmost skill and tact.
The manner in which this is accomplished is key to completing
a successful recruiting effort. |
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Step
10:
Follow Up |
Our
service to you does not end with the successful conclusion
of a search. To prevent a communication breakdown, we
periodically contact you and the hired executive to assure
that the expectations of both parties are being met. |
