Retained Search Assignments

The Unique Sherwood Lehman Massucco Approach

We have developed a highly effective strategy to “Retained Search” assignments for local and national clients. It combines all the elements of a successful tactical plan: goal setting, development of a marketing program, comprehensive evaluation and continuous reporting systems, client interaction and high level Sherwood Lehman Massucco management involvement. We call it the Integrated Search, Evaluation and Recruitment approach.

Our Integrated Search, Evaluation and Recruitment Process

Define Search Objectives and Position Specifications

Meet with client to understand client’s business and culture.
Define position scope and responsibilities, organization and reporting relationships, compensation package and profile of the ideal candidate.
Develop the Scope of the Search plan.
Client interface.

Identify and Evaluate Candidates

Contact target sources using network of industry contacts and proprietary databases.
Identify, contact and evaluate potential candidates.
Screen final list of candidates and prepare qualifications profile.
Review Scope of the Search report with client - a report which summarizes the search activities and the information gathered during the search.
Review candidate profiles with client.
Client interface.

Interviews

Arrange candidate interviews with client.
Follow up with client and candidates.
Conduct reference and background checks.
Notify rejected candidates.
Client interface.

Select Final Candidate

Conduct final interviews and candidate recruitment.
Assist in preparing and negotiating salary and benefits package.
Client interface.

Candidate Acceptance

Provide smooth transition for candidate and family.
Client interface and satisfaction review.