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Your executive hiring process is broken. We want to help you fix it. As executive and technical search specialists, we cannot overstate the importance of having a clear and defined professional hiring process. 👉 A strong employee experience during the hiring process can strengthen the company brand, improve retention rates and increase candidate productivity. Candidates evaluate your organisation from the moment a hiring manager engages them or when they read your position description. Every step in the process should be carefully designed to ensure you can capture and retain the best possible candidates in the market. This process becomes more detailed at the executive level and requires even more careful management. We hope these tips are helpful, but if you’re struggling to create and integrate an effective executive hiring process in your organisation, we would love to support you. Get in touch to discuss how North Search can become your executive and technical search partner today. #HiringProcess #Hiring #RecruitmentProcess #ExecutiveSearch

North Search Christmas Lunch, 2024 🎄 It’s hard to believe we're already at the close of the year. Paddy, Jessica and Niamh headed out for Christmas lunch at Otto yesterday. It was nice to reflect on the year and look at projections for the year ahead too. Outside of work, we’ve each had a busy 2024 – Jess got engaged, Niamh travelled home to Ireland for the first time since arriving in Australia, and Paddy’s eldest daughter completed her first year of school! We’re excited at the prospect of a new year and what it will bring. Thank you to our wonderful clients, candidates and friends who have made this year possible. Here’s to a prosperous 2025!

Click https://bit.ly/49x9Xxd to access the analysis results 🔗🚀 As we have mentioned over the past couple of weeks, North Search was recently approached by a government-owned organisation responsible for providing services to the aviation industry across Australia. The client requested a detailed talent market analysis to support decisions regarding key positions required for upcoming business transformation projects. The report results were gathered from 48 interviews and a desktop analysis of over 100 organisations. The findings are useful for organisations looking to retain key people in 2025 and beyond. Click here https://bit.ly/49x9Xxd to discover more 🔗 #TalentMarketAnalysis #TalentTrends #HiringTrends #SearchSolutions

Sign up today: Don't miss out 📨 Our final newsletter of the year is almost here. We’re sharing the key insights we've uncovered throughout 2024, plus our exclusive talent predictions for 2025. Stay ahead with expert guidance on navigating the evolving talent landscape. Whether you’re planning your next hire or preparing for the challenges ahead, this is the newsletter you won’t want to miss. Sign up today: https://bit.ly/3KBOTu1 Going live on Thursday, December 12th. #ExecutiveSearch #TalentInsights #FutureOfWork

Comment REPORT to be sent a direct link to the analysis results 🔗🚀 North Search was recently approached by a government-owned organisation responsible for providing services to the aviation industry across Australia. The client requested a detailed talent market analysis with insights into key roles essential to upcoming business transformation projects. In the report, we conducted a desktop analysis of 100 competitor organisations to assess EVPs, employer brands and recruitment marketing. Our findings are helpful for organisations looking to enhance how they attract and retain key people in 2025 and beyond. Comment REPORT to discover more 🔗 #TalentMarketAnalysis #TalentTrends #HiringTrends #SearchSolutions

When other talent providers place demanding talent mandates in the “too hard” basket, we step up. At North Search, we specialise in solving complex talent challenges – delivering search results that standard recruitment processes often cannot. Whether it’s a niche skill set, a high-stakes leadership position, or an unconventional requirement, our expertise enables us to uncover exceptional candidates for the most challenging assignments. We ensure your organisation is equipped to succeed, no matter the complexity. 🔗 Interested to discover how we can support you? Get in touch - we're always happy to give our advice where we can: https://bit.ly/3OR3gwK #ExecutiveSearch #TalentSolutions #LeadershipRecruitment

🔗👉 Register to access the full report: https://bit.ly/3KBOTu1 (Live on Thursday 28th November) North Search was recently approached by a government-owned organisation responsible for providing services to the aviation industry across Australia. The client requested a detailed talent market analysis with insights into key roles essential for upcoming transformation projects in the business. Specifically, the report assesses Program Managers, Senior Project Managers, and Project Managers across two core areas, Systems Engineering and Enterprise Technology. Click on the link to register for our newsletter where we will share access to the full 30-page report this Thursday, 28th November 🔗 #TalentMarketAnalysis #TalentTrends #HiringTrends #SearchSolutions

Year-End Slowdowns in Executive Search: Why Strategic Planning is Needed At North Search, we’ve noticed timelines for completing executive search mandates stretch significantly as we approach the end of the year. While this can be frustrating for candidates in process and consultants like us, it also impacts an organisation's ability to secure top talent quickly. So, why does this happen? 1️⃣ Seasonal Business Pressures Many organisations are absorbed in year-end financial reporting, strategic planning, and holiday schedules. These priorities can cause delays in interviews, feedback cycles, and approvals. 2️⃣ More Stakeholders, More Complexity Executive roles often require buy-in from various business decision-makers. As schedules become busier, coordinating stakeholder meetings becomes even more difficult. 3️⃣ Thorough Vetting Processes  The hiring process for senior roles requires thorough interviews, assessments, and reference checks, which naturally extends the search duration. When the end-of-year holiday season is added to the mix, these steps can become even further delayed. What does this mean for hiring organisations? If you hope to hire early next year, now is the time to act. Consider the following: 👉 Start the process earlier than you think necessary to account for delays. 👉 Be clear about availability and decision-making timelines to keep the process moving efficiently. 👉 Partner closely with your search consultant to ensure alignment and minimise bottlenecks. The stakes are high in executive hiring. While thoroughness is critical, planning is key to securing exceptional talent when your organisation needs it most. Interested in a quick discovery call to estimate the timeline necessary to fill an upcoming vacancy in your business? Click here https://bit.ly/4i3wJ3G to book an introductory meeting with our Managing Director, Paddy Delany #ExecutiveSearch #YearEndSlowdown #SearchProcess #StrategicPlanning 

Effective disconnection is more than not physically going to work. North Search Marketing Specialist, Niamh has just returned from an off-grid trip to K’gari in QLD. With limited phone service across the island, Niamh appreciated being able to switch off truly. Effective disconnection and the ability to switch off from work allow the brain to rest and reset. Chronic stress can manifest in the body without disconnection, leading to impaired memory and decreased cognitive capability. Effective disconnection is maintained by creating a true holiday environment. You can achieve this by: 👉 Setting clear boundaries, 📱 Maintaining a digital detox, 📚 Doing relaxing activities, 🧘♀️ Practicing mindfulness and meditation, 🏃♀️ Engaging in exercise you enjoy. Taking breaks should be seen as a necessity, not a luxury. When leaders take holidays and respect time off, they set a positive example for teams. This helps to create a supportive workplace where employees feel they can enjoy the time off they deserve. So, where will your next vacation take you? #WorkLifeBalance #EffectiveDisconnection #NorthSearch

In executive search, rejection of a position by a specialist prospect can be a critical moment that requires strategic handling by both the executive recruiter and the client organisation. Scroll through the PDF for an in-depth look at how to manage this situation effectively 🔎 #NavigatingRejection #CandidateRejection #ExpectationManagement #ExecutiveSearch