Psychometric Testing: A Guide for Employers and Candidates
Psychometric testing is widely used in recruitment, but how effective is it? This guide explores the benefits and drawbacks for employers and candidates, with practical advice on how to prepare and what to watch out for.
Executive Recruitment vs Succession Planning
Succession planning sets the strategic direction. Executive recruitment delivers the solution. Executive recruitment provides access to a broader and more diverse talent pool, including candidates who are not actively seeking new roles.
How to Run a CEO Recruitment Process That Attracts Top Talent
Attracting the right CEO is one of the most important responsibilities for any board. A successful recruitment process requires more than advertising a vacancy — it demands clear strategy, inclusive assessment, and a compelling candidate experience. This article explores the steps that help boards secure top leadership talent and set new CEOs up for long-term success.
Interviewing at Executive Level
At the executive level, competence is only the starting point. Boards and hiring committees need to ask deeper questions that reveal leadership style, strategic thinking, and cultural alignment. Here are the questions that uncover more than a CV ever could.
Hiring the Wrong Person: Why It Costs More Than You Think
Hiring mistakes are costly—and with the UK’s proposed Employment Rights Bill introducing Day One Protection and a statutory nine-month probation period, the stakes are higher than ever. Learn what these changes mean for employers and how to protect your business from the impact of a bad hire.