Targeted selection

PCC is a team of experts with prior senior management experience, combined with years of success in executive search across a broad range of sectors. We leverage extensive networks built over time, along with a finely tuned and effective search process, to identify the talent that will drive the future success of your business.

We believe the most effective approach involves meaningful, direct dialogue — not only with our clients, but also with individuals across the relevant market. We invest time and effort into a clear five-stage process designed to support your strategic goals, with a focus on building long-term partnerships.

In an age where social media and automation often dominate recruitment, one of our core beliefs is that true reach and precision come from human interaction. Our manual, relationship-driven networking process allows us to engage directly with key professionals and high-potential prospects. You can be confident that we leave no stone unturned in our search for the right candidate for your role.

  • Telephone conversation to understand your requirements
  • Meeting between you and the Account Director who will lead the search
  • Define the role specification
  • Define the candidate specification
  • Identify what makes the role attractive
  • Agree the process, timetable and milestones
  • Research to identify target companies
  • Agree with you a list of target companies
  • Identification of target candidates within target companies
  • Agree with you a list of target candidates
  • Discreet approach to the target candidates
  • Report to you on outcomes of each approach
  • Consider new referrals gained from the candidates who are not interested
  • Telephone discussion between Account Director and target candidate
  • Face-to face interview of target candidates by Account Director
  • Assessment against competency, behavioural and cultural criteria
  • Psychometric testing, as required
  • Reference checks
  • Summary of recommended candidates supplied to you
  • CV and interview documentation supplied to you, including psychometric profile, current package details and notice period
  • Regular contact with candidates
  • Support throughout your selection process
  • Support with offer and package negotiations
  • Feedback to unsuccessful candidates