Our Search Process
We understand the urgency associated with filling top-level positions in companies. LyonsHeart International employs a structured process to search planning and execution, with specific objectives for each phase.
Phase 1: CLEAR UNDERSTANDING OF CLIENT COMPANY
A thorough due diligence and needs assessment of client organization is vital to achieve a positive and successful search outcome. During this phase, we confer with key decision maker(s) and format questions to create a clear understanding of company goals, strategy, values and culture.
Phase 2: POSITION DEFINITION
We partner with your organization to create specifications for the desired position. We develop a profile to provide clarity for requirements and expectations of the position and present this profile for your review. An additional purpose of this phase is to create a document that can be useful in gaining the attention of prospective candidates.
Phase 3: RESEARCHING & SOURCING
Based on the position specifications and our client’s stated criteria and preferences, LyonsHeart International identifies an initial slate of qualified candidates from our network of executive contacts and from our proprietary investigative search initiatives.
Phase 4: INTERVIEW & ASSESSMENT
We qualify our candidates’ credentials through extensive interviews using behavioral based and critical career path interview techniques. To accomplish this, we assess in detail the skills, experience and cultural fit of each candidate to assure that LyonsHeart International presents only the most qualified candidates to our clients. During the course of this phase an executive summary or executive brief is presented to our client highlighting critical candidate information such as; education, source of candidate and interest level in applied for position, functional & technical background, sales achievements (if applicable), compensation history & expectations, strengths & concerns for applied for position, interpersonal & communication skill assessment, over recommendation. Specimen executive summaries and executive briefs are available upon request.
Phase 5: CLIENT INTERVIEW & EVALUATION
LyonsHeart International facilitates interview scheduling and coordinates all logistics. We offer insight on candidate’s strengths, experience and ability to meet the company’s current and future needs. Formal reference checks are performed during this phase.
Phase 6: OFFER, NEGOTIATION & ACCEPTANCE
If requested, we act as an intermediary through the negotiation process and secure a commitment from selected candidate. LyonsHeart International has a considerable expertise and reputation in successfully applying intuitive and behavioral control techniques during the Offer Negotiation & Acceptance Process. LyonsHeart International believes that no final offer should made that will not be accepted.
Phase 7: CANDIDATE COMMUNICATION
We maintain timely and candid communication with all candidates including those not selected for the position. We believe that treating all parties with respect preserves the client reputation as well as our relationship with each candidate.
Phase 8: EVALUATION & FOLLOW UP
We follow up with both the candidate and our client over several months after each search is complete. We trust that communication assures a smooth and effective transition for both parties.
