Typically our Terms detail a Satisfaction Guarentee that covers the situation should a candidate leaves within the first 3 months of their role. Providing the candidate did not depart due to redundancy or restrucure, or any foreseen likelihood of termination, you met your obligations to the candidate, and our invoices Read more…
💠 NED’s are external to the business and are brought in to provide objective advice. They are paid for their expertise and salaries vary depending on the business and are higher for serving on committees. It can be a challenging but rewarding role to take on. 💠However realistically it can Read more…
As a client you can cancel your Search at any time. Typically our Terms detail the following cancellation fees: If it is cancelled within 30 days from the Commencement Date we will charge 25% of the remaining fees in addition to any fees paid to date. If it is cancelled Read more…
It’s always advisable to ask questions at the end of the interview to show interest and engagement in the conversation and the opportunity. Obviously you don’t want to ask something that has already been covered and having a lame question won’t serve you well either. However here is some questions Read more…
Here are some of our recommendations (in no particular order): Bee RudkiFounder-Partner The Nathanson Partnership Immigration ServicesL: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beerudkinathansonpartnership/E: brudki@nathansonpartnership.com Ben MaitlandSenior Associate, Vanessa Ganguin Immigration LawL: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-maitland-/E: benm@vanessaganguin.com Chetal PatelHead of Immigration at Bates WellsL: https://buff.ly/eApInfbE: c.patel@bateswells.co.uk James PerrottCounsel and European Head of the Mobility and Migration Practice at Mayer Read more…
It’s the aspirations of many to move clientside and whilst it is competitive it is achievable. Here are some tips: 🏗️ Typically the clientside teams are much smaller and they don’t have the bandwidth to train and develop their hires as much as the consultancies do. As such they are Read more…
It’s really valuable to have this as part of your process. We have clients that decide to approach this in different ways: 1️⃣ Send the test with strict time limits to complete the test and return it. For example ask the candidates to confirm their availability for the test for Read more…
The right mentor can be a powerful tool for professional growth and can lead to promotion, better work and life balance and even new job opportunities. It is crucial to find an individual you can relate to, respect and look up to, who will share how they accomplished their goals, Read more…
➛With Richmond Capital you will only deal with a Director and it will be conducted by them and not a Researcher. You will receive exceptional levels of responsively, higher levels of communication and greater attention with your search. ➛We invoice based on milestones reached in the search so you pay Read more…
🔺 Do your Research. Look at practice questions related to the role you are interviewing for, the job description, your notes from the recruiter you are working with and your research the company and those you are meeting with. Read through recent news stories regarding the company, as well as Read more…
The average tenure for a C-suite executive is 5 years. Over that time an individual may achieve a great deal and be ready for a new challenge, or they might not achieve enough and the company makes a decision to bring in fresh ideas. In such a scenario, or where Read more…
You have gone through the task of searching for a new role, interviewing and psyching yourself up to resign for a new challenge and then you get counter offered. Obviously it’s designed to tempt you to stay. Some companies have a hard rule on never counter-offering so don’t be offended Read more…
Here are some steps you can follow: ▶️Thank the sender for the offer and confirm you will review and revert at the earliest. ▶️Review the contract to ensure you are happy with all the terms. Check with care the clauses that cover your name, address, job title, start date, annual Read more…
Hiring for the C-suite is no longer all about industry expertise and being financial savvy. We would recommend considering your hires against the following competencies: Relevant Business Acumen & Problem Solving skills – The hire will also need to have the ability to make tough decisions in the midst of Read more…
Having a strong Linkedin page can make you stand out to Headhunters and internal Talent Teams. We would advise that you: Choose a headshot photo for your page – It’s best to use a professional headshot, however if that isn’t possible use a clear, high quality flattering photo, showing your Read more…
A Team Lift is where a company wants to hire a high functioning group of people who have been working together effectively and onboard them to work for them. The lifted team doesn’t need to get acquainted and build working relationships and thus should be able to get up to Read more…
It’s seemingly easier to look for a new role when you are currently in a job, however juggling interviews, especially if you are in multiple processes can be tricky. Unless you are being made redundant, you aren’t likely to want to ask for permission from your manager to attend other Read more…
When you a pay a retainer to an Executive Search firm you buy their commitment and focus on the position. You can rest assured knowing that company is then incentivised to complete the search and work with you effectively on recruiting for the role. Through a Search process there is Read more…
Knowing how to ask for a payrise can increase your earning potential and demonstrate your value to your employer. If you have: taken on more responsibilities and your role has expanded your workload has increased you consistently exceed expectations you have completed further qualifications or you have not seen adequate Read more…
Now! The Christmas period gives us time to reflect and consider what we have achieved this past year, what we didn’t achieve and where we want to get to. It also coincides with the time when many of us in the Real Estate Sector have just received our bonus, and Read more…
Day one: 25 December – Dress to impress Go through your wardrobe and check you have a few nice outfits, suits or dresses you can fit into for interviews after a few too many mince pies. If not check out the sales over the Christmas period to stock up. Day Read more…
Using an external Search Firm for recruiting offers several benefits over in-house recruiting. ➡️ External Search Firms have more experience in Executive and niche hires, as well as a larger network of qualified candidates, which makes it easier and quicker for them to fill positions more efficiently.➡️ External Search Firms Read more…
🔹Over the years, we have built up a strong clientbase and we work with a range of Consultants, Developers, Investment Companies, Family Office and Private Equity Funds. 🔹Our clients vary in size and we work with some niche and boutique businesses as well as global organisations. 🔹We work on a Read more…
When hiring for a C-suite role, its essential to offer an attractive and competitive executive compensation package to secure the best candidate for the role. To design a competitive offer, it’s best practice to consider industry standards and factors like company size, location, responsibilities, and candidate experience. We would suggest Read more…
It’s best to work with a headhunter that has a deep understanding of your role, your industry and the search they are undertaking. To better understand their experience and the opportunity we would recommend you ask them the following questions: What is your recruiting focus / niche? Is there a Read more…
When instructing an Executive Search Partner you want to be sure they will be equipped to assist you effectively with the opportunity you are searching for. We would recommend asking them the following questions to assess their capabilities, expertise and how they work: Process: Can you outline your process for Read more…
It’s vital to prepare for an Executive Interview. As well as knowing your CV inside out, being clear on your tangible achievements and successes, you should be able to answer questions relating to management and strategy. Here are some questions that could come up – Be prepared to answer them! Read more…
In the war for talent, companies are required to hire faster, pay more and do so with as smooth interview process as possible. To prepare for a search it helps to ask the right questions internally to understand your requirements, the role, and the person you are seeking. As such Read more…
Here are few steps you can take which can really help: Become noticeable through networking, events & attending seminars This can be a great way to become more visible and thus more likely for a Headhunter to notice you. Actively network at these events and hand out your business card Read more…
When interviewing executive candidate, you want to learn about them beyond their CV and lead them into a discussion which shows their personality, skills, leadership style, experience and cultural fit. Here are 10 questions you can consider adding to your process and what you will learn. 1. Have you thought Read more…
Check your contract to see your notice period, how the contract can be terminated and ensure you will not be caught by any Restrictive Covenants Resign Face to Face and provide follow up with a resignation letter or email Thank your manager for the experiences and support you have had Read more…
We would suggest: 1st stage: Video Interview with 2 members of the team 2nd stage: Modelling Test where they have a few days to complete it or have to complete at a set time and then send through the results after circa 3 -4 hours. 3rd stage: In person interview Read more…
Companies in the UK need a Sponsor Licence to be able to sponsor to workers in the UK. You can search through the list of companies with a licence online here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/register-of-licensed-sponsors-workers If you have a question please email questions@richmond-capital.co.uk
If they are British or Irish you can check their Right to Work in the UK through checking their passport or another eligible document. As a company you might want to consider using a Certified Digital Identity Service Providers (IDSPs) to carry out identity checks on your behalf. If they Read more…
We have a lot of candidates who feel confident in their modelling skills. Unfortunately when it comes to the test, they struggle – often more then they realise. Ultimately it limits theses candidates from progressing in the interview process and prohibits them from winning the position. To help we have Read more…
As a starting point, we would recommend speaking with your team and asking what they want, would use and benefit from. You could consider offering: HOLIDAY & LEAVE Allow Purchasing / Selling annual leave / Rollover Enhanced annual leave, increased leave with service, Birthday Leave Enhanced Family Friendly Policies, including Read more…
We recommend theses apps and services to candidates we place & move to the UAE to help make life easier: SHOPPING & FOOD Carre Four Kibsons – who sell Sainsburys and M&S products Nownow and @Instashop @Noon JetLaggedChef for filling, nutritious meal plans – use code JET20 to save on Read more…
There are various groups you can check out: London Property Alliance which brings together the Westminster Property Association (WPA) & the City Property Association (CPA): https://buff.ly/3yX5yW0 Property Padel Club for informal networking & sweat session with circa 800 members. Reach out to Oliver Cohen for more info. Movers & Shakers in Read more…
Here are some tips: Firstly ensure you have plenty of time to prepare. Clear your evening or weekend plans to allow yourself time to get confident. Go through your CV, experiences projects, deals and portfolio, the job description. Consider how you fit the role requirements and what you can offer Read more…