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The search process
From the first meeting
to the start date.
This is how we fill key positions: in a structured, confidential way, with a partner who is personally accountable for your search from start to finish.
Understand
Clarifying the position and its context.
Initial meeting
We clarify the role, expectations and framework: in person at your premises, in Mönchengladbach, in Lippstadt or by video.
Agreement
We set out scope, timetable and fee in writing before the search begins.
Requirements profile and context
Together with you, we sharpen the profile. With our stakeholder analysis KON-TEXT, we also capture what the people around the role expect of the new appointee.
Search
Finding and approaching the right people.
Search strategy
We agree with you the target companies, industries and functions in which we search.
Research and identification
Our research team in Lippstadt identifies suitable candidates in close coordination with the responsible partner. We complement our proven research methods with artificial intelligence.
Direct search
We approach candidates discreetly and personally, even while the position is still filled.
Select
Careful assessment before you meet anyone.
Evaluation
Every candidate goes through our candidate audit with 114 criteria.
Personal interviews
We hold in-depth interviews with the most promising candidates. On request, psychometric assessment complements the personal impression.
Confidential candidate reports
For every person we put forward, you receive a detailed report on qualifications, personality and suitability.
Presentation
You meet the people who have impressed us. We prepare the interviews with you and accompany them.
Through to the start
Securing the decision and supporting the start.
References
We take up references in consultation with the candidates.
Decision
We advise you on the final choice of candidate.
Support
We remain your point of contact after the start. On request, KON-SENS provides support during the first months in the new company.
Throughout
One person accountable.
From the outset.
Personally led
Every assignment is led by a partner with entrepreneurial experience of their own. You have one point of contact for the entire search.
Confidential
Discretion is the foundation of every search – for your company as much as for the candidates.
Transparent
You always know where the search stands, and you decide on the basis of detailed reports.
Frequently asked questions
About the process.
How long does a search take?
As a rule, four to six months until the contract is signed, with exceptions either way. We agree on a realistic timetable with you in the first meeting.
How is the fee agreed?
We agree a fixed fee, tailored to the position and the scope of the assignment and independent of the future salary. We set out the scope and fee in writing before the search begins.
Which positions does KON-PART fill?
Managing directors and succession, division and department heads, and key functions and specialists – primarily in owner-managed mid-sized companies.
What standards does KON-PART work to?
As a member of the BDU (Federal Association of German Management Consultants), we work in accordance with the Principles of Proper and Qualified Executive Search. Three of our consultants are personally CERC/BDU-certified.
Let’s talk about your plans.
An initial conversation is without obligation and always confidential.
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