Executive Search

Atticus Search Ltd does not agree with the ‘smoke and mirrors’ approach to headhunting. We like to follow a proven process that is as transparent to the client as possible whilst maintaining complete confidentiality with all parties.

We act as partner to the client throughout the process and as such our fees are heavily contingent on a successful outcome.

When undertaking a search/headhunt on behalf of a client we first need to gain a clear understanding of the objectives of the appointment and the underlying business rationale. We then agree an ‘ideal’ person specification. This provides the template going forward, ensuring that expectations are both realistic and realisable. We discuss and advise on key skills and attributes and salary/bonus structure before mutually agreeing this template.

Atticus Search undertakes an intensive period of research utilising hard and soft data and refining our list of target individuals and cross-referencing with market sector contacts.

Our raison d’etre is to focus on individuals operating in the top quartile of the given market sector. Individuals who can add real value to the top/bottom line.

Having produced and refined our target list we then approach our target people and enter into confidential discussions.

Having met said individuals and assessed relevance regarding technical, market, client management and interpersonal skills/abilities we produce a shortlist for the client to meet.

An individuals’ relevance to the client shortlist is not only measured by the ideal candidate template but also a desire/interest on the part of the said individual in making the suggested move.

Following the shortlisted individuals (typically 3-5 persons) meeting the client we manage the process forward to completion.

We are heavily involved in package negotiation and the resignation process.

Following the resignation we keep in close contact with the successful appointee during any garden leave and in the months following start date ensuring the transition is as smooth as possible for all parties.