Inclusive Search Methodology
We believe our clients are best-served by an inclusive, consultative, client-driven executive search process, with the attention of two Partners on every search. Our approach to each search is tailored for our clients’ strategy, needs and culture. We are committed to maintaining the highest level of ethical standards and integrity with both clients and candidates and, as such, make every effort to ensure that our methodology and process is transparent during the entirety of each search project.
Phase 1 Search Launch
Briefing
A thorough briefing is an essential preliminary to every search. We invest time at the outset to understand the strategic and tactical issues facing our clients and their industries, as well as their culture, in order to be able to represent the client organization to the greatest possible advantage and therefore attract potential candidates.
Position Description
Following the briefing, Bridge Partners provides the client with a comprehensive Position Description, based on the briefing discussions and any internal job descriptions. This document is used to inform and attract potential candidates – it introduces the company and culture, describes the position in more detail, and specifies the characteristics sought in the person to be appointed. It also confirms that we have fully understood your requirements.
Research
Bridge Partners’ approach to search is strongly research-based; we carry out original market and candidate research for every assignment undertaken, purposefully centering our approach and networking on inclusion, and leveraging our diverse networks and reputation for equity. This process is vital to the successful completion of a search. The research is comprehensive and the results are made available to you.
Job Postings
In conjunction with our research process, we will also receive, consider and administer responses to any job-postings and referrals, often including internal candidates. We will appropriately contact each individual and will benchmark them against the position specification, ensuring a focus on equity.
Phase 2 Telling Your Story & Active Networking
Progress Reports
We provide every client with a full and comprehensive progress report of all individuals we have considered for a specific search, including their level of interest in the specific opportunity, as well as marketplace insight gained in relation to the role or the client organization.
Candidate Development
Potential candidates are contacted, introduced to the leadership opportunity, developed and assessed. Appropriate, high caliber candidates will be interviewed either in person or via video-conference by the Partners.
Phase 3 Assessment & Placement
Submission of Candidates/Shortlist
From the interviewees, Bridge Partners will recommend an inclusive shortlist of the best-qualified candidates. These individuals are presented to the client in a combination of resume and the insights/perspective of our team, always centering equity.
Appointment
Following the necessary interviews with the client organization, an offer of employment will be extended to the preferred candidate. Bridge Partners conducts thorough reference checks and we will assist the client with the often delicate formulation of a suitable compensation package as well as offer negotiation.
Post Appointment Review
We will contact both the client and the appointed candidate periodically, to ensure that expectations are being met by all parties.