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Executive Search

Elevate Your Leadership Team with Gather


When recruiting for C-Suite or Senior Leadership roles, our Retained Executive Search services are the ideal solution to find the right talent for your business. We guarantee confidentiality, professionalism, and a thorough search of the market to provide the best candidates available for the role


What makes Gather retained executive search the preferred choice?


  • We work in partnership with you as an extension of your business and with only your best interests in mind.
  • We only take on a small number of searches at a time so we can guarantee the role will be a high priority and will be managed by a dedicated consultant who will devote their full attention to securing the perfect individual for you.
  • We utilise a comprehensive range of sourcing methods including our extensive Database, Targeted Search / Headhunting, LinkedIn, Networks / Recommendations, Social Media, Online Advertising, and Print Media Advertising.
  • All candidates undergo comprehensive pre-qualification, shortlisting, briefings, and reference checks before presentation, streamlining the interview process.
  • We back our process with a no-quibble 6 month guarantee to give you peace of mind that in the unlikely event that the candidate is unsuitable or leaves we will repeat the process for you at no charge.


Benefits, Guarantees and Assurances

When retaining Gather for Executive Search, you can expect:

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6 Month guarantee

  • We demonstrate our confidence in finding the right candidate by providing a no-quibble 6 month guarantee in the unlikely event that things dont work out.
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Highest Priority

  • We prioritise retained roles for our clients and are committed to finding the ideal person for you resulting in a more successful outcome every time.
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Exclusive Presentation

  • Any candidates we find for the role are only presented to your organisation helping to avoid  missing out due to candidates accepting other positions.
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Industry specific

  • We focus on recruiting  for specific industries and only take on roles we are confident we can fill. If we cant help you we will recommend another firm for your search.
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Global reach

  • Gather conducts an extensive search and has a global reach utilizing our extensive database, targeted headhunting, networks, recommendations, social media, online advertising, and print media to access a wide pool of candidates.
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Thorough screening

  • All candidates undergo thorough screening including our own shortlisting, role briefing, reference checks and verification of qualifications so you can be confident that your new team member ticks all the boxes and there are no surprises.
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Quality shortlist

  • We will likely identify 100 + candidates during our process, but only the top 4 - 6 who meet the criteria perfectly, are presented to you, avoiding unnecessary time spent on reviewing and interviewing unsuitable candidates.
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Tailored Solutions

  • With our Retained Executive Search service, we work exclusively and in fully in partnership with you to fill a specific position within a defined timeframe. We tailor our approach depending on the client, the role and whats important to you.

Our process:

1. Gather information:

  • We begin by meeting with you to understand your organization, culture, and the overall requirements for the position.

2. Agree on Terms:

  • We believe in transparency, and we will discuss and agree upon the terms upfront.
  • We provide you with a clear understanding of our fees, timeframes and deliverables to ensure there are no surprises along the way.

3. Full Job Brief:

  • We take a comprehensive job brief, ensuring we understand the specific skills, qualifications, and experience you are seeking in potential candidates.

4. Research and feedback:

  • We conduct initial market research and feedback to you on number of candidates available, anticipated salaries and provide initial sample profiles for feedback to make sure we are aligned to your needs.

5. Candidate Sourcing:

  • We utilize a range of resources, including our extensive database, a variety of advertising platforms, professional networks, targeted headhunting and social media channels, to source a diverse pool of qualified candidates for you

6. Initial Screening:

  • We conduct initial interviews to assess the suitability of candidates for the role and your organization.
  • Our focus is not only on technical ability but also cultural fit, ensuring that candidates align with your values and work environment.

7. Presenting Candidates:

  • After the initial screening and interviewing process, we refer the most suitable candidates to you for your consideration.
  • We provide detailed candidate profiles and executive summaries on our assessment of each applicant.

8. Shortlist meeting:

  • We meet with you to go through the shortlist and discuss each candidate to help you understand their background and decide who to take forward to interview.

9. Client Interviews:

  • We work with you and the candidate to coordinate interviews with your hiring team and are on hand to provide assistance with interview questions and formats to get the best from the interview.

10. Final Checks:

  • We conduct comprehensive reference checks, visa verifications, and qualification validations to ensure the credibility and suitability of candidates.
  • If required, we can also assist with medical assessments, police clearances and psychometric testing.

11. Present Offer:

  • Once a candidate has been selected, we assist in presenting and negotiating employment offers on your behalf.
  • Our aim is to facilitate a smooth and mutually beneficial agreement between you and the chosen candidate.

12. Post Placement Support:

  • Our service extends beyond the placement stage.
  • We provide post-placement care and support to both you and the candidate, ensuring a seamless transition into their new role.

To find out more about our Executive Search Services and how they can benefit your organization, please contact us and we will be happy to help. 

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