Where potential candidates must meet tight specifications, the role is very specialised or they will only respond to a direct approach, executive search is an optimal strategy.

Managed by a specialist consultant who is supported by a dedicated researcher, we access unparalleled experience and unique IP to map the market, identify and then qualify candidates relevant to the position.

With our selective partnering approach we are unrestricted by hands-off agreements and follow a specific assignment methodology, maintain frequent contact, present the longlist in person and use competency based interviewing techniques to ensure a comprehensive assessment of candidate suitability.

For attracting mid to senior level candidates, and especially if the target market is broad in terms of industry background, advertising is a highly effective option.

We professionally manage a campaign that deploys a number of channels including:

• the internet [job boards, mini sites, click throughs]
• print [daily newspapers, industry publications, professional magazines]
• email [job notifications, viral advertisements]

Our brand is synonymous with quality positions and blue chip employer brands, which combined with our professional and innovative copy writing attracts top candidates.

We understand we are representing your business so commit to prompt and courteous handling of applicants, make ourselves available for after hours contact and use competency based interviewing techniques to ensure a comprehensive assessment of candidate suitability.

Recommended when a well positioned advertisement can cast a wider net than relying solely on a more focused executive search process, and particularly effective for identifying candidates from other industries or those relocating from overseas.

The search process targets candidates within agreed specifications whilst advertising solicits applications from the broader market.

With an extensive and up-to-date database and network of executives Carrington King is able to provide timely and appropriate options for covering short term resource needs.

Scenarios for which our interim solutions apply range from contracting highly experienced professionals to bridge the gap whilst searching for a permanent appointee, to resourcing projects or covering long term absences such as maternity leave.

Risk management usually prompts the requirement, our flexible solutions delivering highly qualified practitioners able to engender confidence and take control quickly and effectively.

A significant benefit of Carrington King's strategic partnering approach is our ability to identify key talent before there is a formal requirement to hire.

Being close to our clients' businesses, across their longer term objectives and with our understanding of organisational dynamics, we are able to match leading candidates and facilitate an introduction that reduces the time-to-hire and removes the uncertainty of going to market.

This is especially relevant in the current market where there is a shortage of available talent. Talent pipelining also aids succession planning.

We are able to facilitate candidate testing by an independent psychologist as required.

Our involvement is to brief the provider on the key competencies, personality and leadership style to be assessed, ensuring a seamless process that provides valuable insights.

Carrington King enjoys a close relationship with PPC Worldwide, a major provider of quality counselling, trauma and organisational development services to over 750 leading organisations throughout Australia.

Retrenchments and sea changes are a constant part of the staffing landscape and we are able to provide executives with practical advice on a one-to-one basis.

Essentially we can prepare senior candidates and improve their ability to secure an ideal position.

For a more comprehensive service we refer candidates to Directioneering, a specialist career management firm offering a personalised approach to executive career transition, talent and leadership development.

Recruitment is a subset of human resources and as such we are often exposed to broader HR issues.

In the event a client is looking for practical advice on change management, organisational development, performance management, EEO, learning & development or HR policies and procedures we are well positioned to help.

If more specialist advice is required we partner closely with Ryan Gately, an established HR consultancy with deeper expertise in human capital management.

By deploying our team of expert researchers we are able to map industries and markets to identify potential talent, provide competitor information, litmus test your brand and benchmark your organisation or internal candidates.

The result is actionable insights on which to base business decisions.

Leveraging our candidate database and research capability and tapping into our market knowledge, we are able to provide formal and informal salary surveys across all our areas of specialisation.

A minefield for most, this area requires significant professional qualifications and experience as a legal practitioner.

We recommend Keith Hanslow at Millens, a subject matter expert who's able to provide counsel on workplace issues, contractual obligations and employment law with a practical flavour.

If you'd like more information about Carrington King and to explore what we can do for you, please call us on +61 3 9607 8555 or forward us an email to email@carringtonking.com.au.

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