Our Search Strategy |
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The Hollander Group is a retained search consultancy practice providing superior search services for executive and senior-level positions. Searches are conducted utilizing a disciplined and thorough search consultancy approach employing cost sensitive, results oriented methods to achieve high quality results. The Hollander Group deploys a personalized approach with partner lead engagements and single point of contact, resulting in faster, higher quality placements. Principals have first-hand knowledge of executive leadership with more than 20 years executive experience. A hallmark of our practice is clear, frequent communication with well-defined deliverables within specified time frames. |
Our research services have excelled in identifying outstanding, customized, industry-specific networks that we continually deepen in order to consistently pursue exceptional candidate pools. Our proven experience spans numerous industry sectors and position types. The Hollander Group has a long-standing commitment to diversity with 66% of hires being women and persons of color. Our success in client satisfaction is evidenced by over 50% repeat business. |
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Approach |
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Our approach and edge in executive search are seen in our core processes that are simple and straightforward and utilize a four-phase approach. |
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Phase One: Understanding the
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At the commencement of each search The Hollander Group builds a thorough understanding of the client organization, identifying the needs and requirements for the potential hire. We educate ourselves about key business drivers, and the issues, challenges and opportunities facing the organization in order that we develop a thorough understanding of the organizational culture and core values. We also develop a thorough comprehension of the organizational structure, reporting relationships and dynamics with in the organization. |
Deliverables during this phase include interviewing all key individuals who will relate to and work with the new hire, meeting with the hiring manager and search committee (where applicable) and key stakeholders. We review relevant documentation that sheds light from within the organization about the position. The final deliverable of this phase is The Hollander Group’s draft the position description, provided to the client for approval or adjustment. |
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Phase Two: Research |
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In this phase we finalize the position description, gaining client final approval. Concomitantly, we craft a strategy that serves as our roadmap to the types of individuals who would either be interested in this type of a position or know of possible prospective candidates. We work with our clients to explore avenues known to them that could lead us to prospective candidates. We develop a two-prong approach, which leads to the eventual hire. The point of the first prong of the research is to cast a broad net, which will inform as many like-skilled individuals of the position opening. Typically a few to several hundred individuals are notified of the vacancy. |
In the second prong of our approach, we work with our client to identify “ideal” individuals who would make the most suitable hire. We locate and talk with these individuals to determine their personal interest in the position or referrals they might have for potential prospective candidates. Throughout this phase we draw heavily upon and expand our contact networks, both interpersonal and computer-readable. Throughout this phase, we review our progress with our client frequently. |
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Phase Three: Screening. |
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In this phase we screen individuals who appear to meet the requirements of the position. We conduct very thorough interviews and provide complete reports about the candidates’ strengths and weaknesses to our clients. |
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Phase Four: Selection and Support |
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During the Selection and Support phase, we present a listing of all applicants we have considered in the search. I n addition we provide a short list of top prospects for our client to consider. First-round interviews are set up for the client and candidates to meet and referencing begins with promising prospects. |
When 2-3 finalists are identified, additional references are gathered as are other credibility checks. Finally, we assist our client in negotiating and presenting a final offer. After the final hire has begun the new position, The Hollander Group will follow up on the quality of the match. |
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CONTACT: The Hollander Group, 1321 E. 56th Street Suite 13, Chicago, IL 60637 |
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