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A Guide to the Executive Search Industry

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A Guide to the Executive Search Industry

  • Guides
    • The Top 20 Executive Search Firms
    • A guide to executive search firms in London
    • “SHREK” firms
    • Sector Specialism
    • Contingent Recruitment VS Retained Search
    • Venture Capital and Private Equity Headhunting
    • The Ultimate Guide to Executive Search Firms
    • Do You Really Need a Headhunter? A Guide for Startup Founders
  • Process
    • Selecting an Executive Search Firm
    • How Executive Recruitment Works
    • Commercial Models
    • Timeframes
    • Briefing Headhunters
    • Research
    • Candidate Approach
    • Interviewing Candidates
    • Negotiating a job offer
  • Resources
    • Executive Search Firms – An Overview
    • How to write a CV
    • Comprehensive Salary Surveys Across Industries and Regions
    • Becoming an Executive Headhunter
    • International Headhunters
    • Jobs in Headhunting
    • Executive Search Software
  • News
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UK Recruitment Market Update 2025: Cooling Demand, New Employment Rights and What It Means for 2026

As 2025 comes to a close, the UK labour market finds itself…

  • Writer
  • December 5, 2025
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Hays Cuts Dividend by 59% After 90% Profit Drop

Recruitment giant Hays plc has announced a sharp cut to shareholder dividends…

  • Writer
  • August 22, 2025
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  • Market Research

UK’s companies hiring intentions remain at record low among rising hiring costs

The recent KPMG and the Recruitment and Employment Confederation’s report showed a…

  • Writer
  • August 20, 2025
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  • In Depth

Nottingham Recruitment Firm Distinct Achieves B Corp Certification

Distinct, a recruitment firm based in Nottingham with offices in Milton Keynes,…

  • Writer
  • July 8, 2025
  • In Depth

Do You Really Need a Headhunter? A Guide for Startup Founders

Hiring for your startup can feel like a full-time job – especially…

  • Writer
  • June 5, 2025
  • In Depth

Ghosting, Burnout, and Broken Promises: What Candidates Really Think About Recruiters

The candidate experience in today’s hiring landscape is facing serious challenges. Reddit…

  • Writer
  • May 23, 2025
  • In Depth

Why Executive Search Fails in VC-Backed Startups — and How to Succeed

Getting VC funding is a big milestone – it shows your startup…

  • Writer
  • May 15, 2025
  • In Depth

Top 10 Executive Search Firms for the Technology Sector

The technology sector is one of the most vibrant within the world…

  • Writer
  • May 15, 2025
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Heidrick & Struggles appoints Kati Najipoor-Smith as Regional Co-Managing Partner Europe & Africa, from rival Egon Zehnder

Heidrick & Struggles appoints Kati Najipoor-Smith, former global CEO of Egon Zehnder,…

  • Writer
  • May 14, 2025
  • In Depth

The Top CFO Executive Search Firms by sector

Finding the right CFO is crucial for any organization’s financial health and…

  • Editor
  • February 26, 2025
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  • Introduction
    • How Executive Recruitment Works
    • Contingent Recruitment VS Retained Search
    • Commercial Models
    • Smaller Headhunting Firms
    • Sector Specialism
    • International Headhunters
    • Venture Capital and Private Equity Headhunting
  • Executive Search Firms
    • The Top 20 Executive Search Firms
    • The Top Executive Search Firms in Europe
    • “SHREK” firms
    • Legal Recruiters
  • Process
    • Selecting an Executive Search Firm
    • Briefing Headhunters
    • Research
    • Candidate Approach
    • Interviewing Candidates
    • Negotiating a job offer
    • Timeframes
  • Resources
    • Comprehensive Salary Surveys Across Industries and Regions
    • Executive Search Software
    • How to write a CV
    • Becoming an Executive Headhunter
    • Jobs in Headhunting

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