Executive Search
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Recruitment in only 30 days
Over 500 CXO recruitments
95% of our clients choose us again
We eliminate uncertainties
Given the high demands and potential consequences of the task, along with the relatively small pool of suitable candidates, it’s essential that your executive headhunter possesses the right methods, tools, and network – and we do. Over the years, we have successfully placed hundreds of “long-lasting” leaders in roles across nearly every industry and location.
Do you need assistance with executive search?
We’re here to help you move forward.
We’re always ready for an informal chat about how we can find the perfect leader for your company.
We understand the significant consequences of a poor match, which is why we have developed a method designed to avoid the most common pitfalls when you’re searching for your next executive.
The foundation of our approach is thoroughness. We work systematically and delve deeply into our preparations – both when assessing your organisation’s competency needs and evaluating the skills and personality of potential candidates.
When Kompetent manages your executive search, you are assigned an experienced and skilled partner who oversees the entire recruitment process. This means the same person maintains contact with both you and the candidates – and it is the same person who has conducted the in-depth groundwork mentioned earlier.
You can, of course, expect us to thoroughly understand your company and, most importantly, your requirements and wishes for the role before we proceed.
Our approach of assigning a single client-dedicated partner ensures you receive relevant advice and close involvement in the process. Your dedicated partner is also better positioned to respond quickly and accurately to candidate inquiries.
Thoroughness, flexibility, and efficiency are hallmarks of our executive recruitment process. If needed, we can complete an executive search within 30 days by relying on well-documented methods and tools, as well as a team of highly experienced and skilled partners.
Executive Recruitment – Our approach
We always begin our executive search process by ensuring a thorough understanding of your business and, most importantly, the role to be filled. Your dedicated partner takes the time to gain deep insights into your company, its strategic challenges, and the market in which it operates. We then focus on the specific role – no two executive positions are alike, even when they share the same title.
The next step is identifying the right recruitment solution for your needs. At Kompetent, our services are customisable, and you only pay for what you require. Naturally, we always provide guidance to help you select the right services for your situation.
Once we’ve agreed on a solution, we begin identifying and reaching out to qualified candidates through various channels. This includes leveraging our extensive network of business leaders as well as tapping into our pools and search systems before moving on to the contact phase.
At Kompetent, quality always outweighs quantity. In this phase, we are exceptionally meticulous. Candidates are carefully screened before we contact them, resulting in a pool of around 15 genuine options – rather than an endless list generated from aimless title searches on LinkedIn.
An experienced partner always handles candidate outreach, ensuring that most questions can be answered immediately. This, combined with our digital approach, significantly accelerates and streamlines the hiring process.
A digital approach to human connections
At Kompetent, we have digitised our processes. Specifically, we have developed our own digital platform, enabling you to closely follow the recruitment process in real-time. This innovation reflects our adaptation to an increasingly digital world moving at full speed.
Our platform creates a digital ecosystem with top-tier GDPR and data security, faster processes, a stronger foundation for recruitment, and, most importantly, improved client relationships.
Find the perfect match!
Feel free to contact us for an informal conversation about executive search, so we can help you find the perfect candidate.
Key considerations before headhunting a new executive
Over the years, we have conducted numerous executive search assignments across Denmark, and a clear pattern has emerged in the questions and requests candidates typically have.
We’ve summarised the four key topics that frequently arise – and it is worth considering these points before starting your executive recruitment process.
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Development – Professional and personal
Stagnation is rarely acceptable for this type of candidate. You can expect that development – both their own and that of their team – will be high on their list of priorities. Consider in advance whether you can offer opportunities such as courses, training, mentoring programmes, or similar initiatives to meet these expectations.
- Influence. It is hardly surprising that candidates of this calibre seek influence – both within their areas of responsibility and in shaping the overall direction of the company. Consider in advance where and to what extent your future executive will have decision-making authority.
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Chemistry. Perhaps surprisingly, workplace and leadership team chemistry is one of the most frequently asked questions from candidates. Good chemistry is just as important for an executive as it is for any employee, and it must be present for a successful and lasting match. While chemistry can be challenging to quantify, we’re here to assist in evaluating and fostering it.
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Company values. More than ever, executive candidates are highly interested in a company’s values. By this, we mean genuine values that are backed by actions. If you haven’t formalised them yet, it’s worth reflecting on which core values are fundamental and important to your business.
A solid alignment of expectations makes it much easier to achieve success with your executive search.
That is what we call Kompetent..
Out approach to Executive Search
We offer the best executive search on the market – and we’re confident in making that claim.
With Kompetent, you only pay for the services you need during the recruitment process. You also gain access to our advice and expertise throughout the entire executive search journey. We always guide you based on what we believe is necessary to ensure a successful recruitment outcome.
Kompetent's approach:
- Insight into the company's current strategic situation
- Identifying the candidate's success criteria within the company
- Understanding the personalities the new hire will collaborate with
- Identifying the critical competencies and required capacity
- Identifying qualified candidates with the desired competencies
- Precise contact and mutual interest assessment
- Clarification of cultural and competency alignment
- Personalised onboarding programme for the selected candidate
- Creation of a candidate report
There are many executive search firms, but only one is Kompetent.
Do you need assistance with executive search?
We would like to help you to the next level.
We are always ready for a non-binding conversation about how we can find the perfect leader for your company.
FAQ Executive search
An executive headhunter specializes in finding and recruiting top-level executives for companies, often targeting candidates who are not actively seeking new jobs.
Headhunting typically refers to targeting specific individuals for high-level roles, while executive search is a broader, more structured process of identifying and recruiting senior executives.
Headhunters focus on sourcing candidates for high-level, often passive roles, while recruiters handle a broader range of positions and often work with candidates actively seeking jobs.
An executive headhunter identifies and approaches potential candidates for senior executive positions and facilitates the hiring process for client companies.
Yes, they are often worth it for companies needing to fill critical leadership roles quickly with high-level candidates.
Yes, executive search is a form of headhunting focused on senior and executive-level roles.
An executive headhunter seeks out qualified individuals for senior roles, handling the recruitment process from initial contact to hiring.
Headhunting targets individuals for specific roles, while executive search is a comprehensive and systematic service for finding executive-level candidates.
Executive-level recruiting involves sourcing and hiring of candidates in senior management and executive positions, often requiring specialized strategies to attract top-tier talent.
