Each search is unique, but our experience indicates that the prospect
of making an impactful hire is significantly enhanced when we collaborate
with our client in a well defined search execution process.

Week One

Position Description, Research and Recruitment

  • In collaboration with our client, Kelly & Company prepares a position description to serve as the specific guideline for the search.
  • A target list of candidate sources is prepared and research and recruitment begins.

Weeks Two to Five

Recruitment and Assessment

  • Potential candidates are screened by telephone and appropriate candidates are interviewed in person to assess their suitability.
  • Once we identify an appropriate candidate, we prepare a profile that provides in-depth information as to the candidate’s circumstances and experience.
  • Research and recruiting continues to identify additional candidates.
  • Search progress is discussed with our client on a weekly basis.

Week Six

Initial Search Meeting

  • We present our initial candidates along with pertinent market data uncovered during the course of our research and recruiting. We then begin scheduling client/candidate interviews.
  • Research, recruiting, and assessment to identify additional appropriate candidates continues.

Weeks Seven and Eight

Client Interviews and Follow-Up

  • Interviews are scheduled, feedback is collected and communicated, issues are discussed and resolved, and appropriate and interested candidates are advanced to the next round.
  • Research, recruiting, and assessment to identify additional appropriate candidates continues.

 

Weeks Nine to Closure

Final Interviews

  • As the focus narrows to one or two individuals, Kelly & Company performs the final stages of due diligence.
  • In addition to the confirmation of information regarding current employment and compensation, we perform extensive reference checks and present our findings in writing.

Structuring, Referencing, and Closing

  • Throughout the process, we are in constant contact with the candidates to ensure their continued interest in the opportunity and to identify and resolve any concerns that they may have.
  • We assist in structuring the offer and closing the hire.
  • We closely monitor the selected candidate’s resignation and transition to our client.