- What is a retained search?
- What is a contingency search?
- How does a retained search work?
- Why use retained search?
- Why should we partner with Horton International
for our search needs?
- Does Horton International only conduct
international search assignments?
- What is different about international and
cross-border assignments?
- Does Horton International only do retained
search?
- How does a prospective client find a consultant
who can best meet their requirements?
- Should a firm's location be considered
in the selection of a search partner?
- What advice would you offer a prospective
candidate for a position?
- How will Horton International help me
to find a job?
- What is the process for submitting a CV
to Horton International?
- What is Horton International's commitment
to candidates?
What is a retained search?
In the context of recruiting, a retained search is comparable
to choosing a business advisor to resolve a performance
issue or deliver a particular solution. Organizations
in a wide range of sectors retain Horton International
to identify highly qualified candidates for specific senior-level
positions. Our retained search service guarantees the
quality and performance of a candidate.
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What is a contingency search?
In a contingency search, a recruiting firm is typically
used to fill an entry- to mid-level position. The firm
is paid only if and when they provide a candidate who
fills a position. For this reason, contingency firms tend
to quickly provide numerous CVs for a given position.
While contingency searches can yield appropriate candidates,
the results are unpredictable and inconsistent.
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How does a retained search work?
Horton International identifies prospective candidates
using a proprietary methodology that has proven successful
across industries and markets. We personally contact each
identified candidate in confidence to determine their
interest in, and qualifications for, a particular position.
Most candidates view these exchanges as constructive and
useful dialogues, which builds interest and commitment
as the assignment progresses. We then work closely with
our clients and prospective candidates to ensure that
the desired end result is achieved.
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Why use retained search?
- Proactive Approach
We undertake extensive research to provide an array of
highly qualified candidates. Moreover, we access a universe
of talent that is not actively seeking new positions-which
is not accessible via conventional recruiting methods.
- Objectivity
Since our fee is not contingent upon the hiring of a specific
individual, we provide objective, unbiased advice on both
internal and external candidates
- Value
By providing only the most qualified candidates, and by
offering informed assessments of those candidates, we
ensure that your time and attention are not diverted from
other responsibilities.
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Why should we partner with Horton International
for our search needs?
Horton International is, by intention, a mid-sized firm
to ensure commitment to quality and personal attention.
We have the ability to recruit from the largest number
of corporations without off-limit conflicts. Our reach
for candidates extends nationwide and, in cooperation
with our global partners, to every business center of
the world. Our search consultants are business people
first and search professionals second. We understand our
clients, provide a consultative approach and establish
lasting client relationships. Horton International serves
virtually all industries and functions with particular
expertise in senior level assignments in general management,
finance, human resources, marketing, manufacturing and
technology. We understand our clients, provide a consultative
approach and establish lasting client relationships based
on trust, integrity and on our track record of success.
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Does Horton International only conduct
international search assignments?
No. Each Horton International office is an expert in its
respective geography and can provide you with both domestic
and international search services.
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What is different about international
and cross-border assignments?
Effective cross-border sourcing requires consultants who
speak local languages and understand the cultures of all
countries involved. With offices throughout Europe, the
Americas, and Asia-Pacific, and with 25 years of experience
completing cross-border searches, Horton International
can help you find both local nationals and expatriates
candidates to successfully fill cross-border positions.
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Does Horton International only do retained
search?
While our primary expertise is retained search, we also
offer a wide range of consulting services, including:
- Organizational Analysis and Strategic Planning
- Merger and Acquisition Support (due diligence, integration/assimilation)
- Organizational Effectiveness
- Executive Selection and Development
- Coaching to enhance individual effectiveness
- Compensation
- Management Training and Development.
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How does a prospective
client find a consultant who can best meet their requirements?
Contact the office or country where you are located. A
consultant will evaluate your requirements and help you
identify the best resource based on your particular search
needs.
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Should a firm's location be considered
in the selection of a search partner?
Horton International sources candidates local to our clients,
from locations coast to coast and, for international assignments,
from most industrialized centres of the world. Our clients
include small businesses and FTSE 100 companies located
anywhere from "around the corner" to distant parts of
the world. The value of our client relationships is most
important and extends beyond geographic boundaries. To
be effective in this market place, Horton International's
search process makes efficient use of travel and electronic
media to maximize our search perimeter while minimizing
costs to our clients. We maintain excellent communications
and intimate relationships equally well with local clients
and with clients worldwide.
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What advice would you offer a prospective
candidate for a position?
If you have been approached by us to discuss a particular
opportunity, you already have a specific point of contact
within Horton International. We encourage you to contact
this person for advice and guidance. Although our clients
are employer organizations, Horton is always interested
in hearing from experienced executives and managers who
may be contemplating a career move. If you want your CV
on file with Horton International, please email it to
the office or country where you are located. We may not
be able to respond to every CV we receive, but you can
be confident that Horton International will never reveal
your background to a prospective client without first
discussing the situation with you at some length. Candidate
CVs are never circulated.
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How will Horton International help me
to find a job?
Horton International is not an outplacement firm and so
we do not find jobs for individuals seeking employment.
However, if we are aware of a client need that may be
a good fit with your skills and situation, we will contact
you to discuss the opportunity.
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What is the process for submitting a
CV to Horton International?
Please send your CV to london@horton-intl.com.
We will review your CV with respect to our on-going search
assignments and also enter it into our search data base
for consideration in future assignments. Your CV will
be held in strict confidence and not discussed with a
client without your knowledge and prior consent. Your
CV will be maintained in our database for at least one
year and be available to all of our consultants in the
UK. Your CV is important to us and we treat it as completely
confidential and privileged information. You will be contacted
by a search professional if there is an opportunity that
appears to fit your background and experience.
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What is Horton International's commitment
to candidates?
Our clients are companies that retain us to find suitable
people for specific roles. Our candidates are people whom
we identify, or who are identified to us, as being qualified
and suitable individuals for the roles. We have responsibilities
to both clients and candidates. In balancing our dual
responsibility, we will provide clients with practical
solutions and professional advice on how, when and where
to recruit, as well as how to attract and select the best
people. We will provide candidates with an honest representation
of an opportunity with a client. We will deal with each
individual in an open manner, selecting only according
to ability, suitability, experience and the special circumstances
of a specific opportunity. Our role is to bring about
results that deliver long-term benefit for our clients
and therefore by definition for our candidates. To achieve
this aim, we have to earn the trust of all parties to
the search process. Our commitment to you is that we will
work closely with you, that we will act ethically and
fairly throughout the process so that you may trust us
to represent your best interests at all times.
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