Search Methodology

At Osprey Executive Search we utilize proven methodologies which we customize to fit your organization's unique needs, in the timeliest manner.

We always keep communication as a top priority and make sure we systematically exercise all steps in our due diligence to insure that we are conducting the most comprehensive search possible. This process allows for a cohesive search, delivering positive and equal treatment of all candidates.

The result is the highest caliber candidates in the tightest timeline.

Our process consists of the following five stages, described below:

Stage One: Interviews with client’s Executives/Search Committee
Stage Two: Target List and Recruiting Strategy
Stage Three: Candidate Development and Interviewing
Stage Four: Client Interviews
Stage Five: Offer of Employment

Stage One: Osprey Executive Search Interviews with Client’s Executives/Search Committee

Articulate the deliverables required of the position

Position Description
Search criteria

Prioritize the skill set and core competencies that must be possessed by the candidates
Assess the corporate culture
Identify the issues facing your organization and industry

Communication: Synopsis of Interviews

Stage Two: Target List and Recruiting Strategy

Build target list of companies, candidates and sources
Insure that the right message is going to be received by the appropriate people
Determine what order to contact most relevant sources and potential candidates
Discuss viability of advertising

Communication: Presentation of strategy

Stage Three: Candidate Development and Interviewing

Meeting appropriate potential candidates
Assessing long list potential
Give candidate opportunity to reflect on the position and questions
Continual contact with candidates and availability for questions and feedback
Courtesy interviews
Proper debriefing with candidates deemed not appropriate for the opportunity
Winnow long list down to a short list of candidates

Communication: Present short list to client

Stage Four: Client Interviews

Client interview short list of candidates
Candidates submit formal reference list
Selection of final candidates

Osprey Executive Search assisting in final evaluation

Client second interviews
Selection of final candidate

Communication: Final selection

Stage Five: Offer of Employment

Osprey Executive Search conducts referencing
Establish terms of employment
Offer presented to final candidate
Osprey Executive Search will act as intermediary
Acceptance of the offer

To find out more about how we carry out these stages, please contact us.