Premier Executive Headhunting Services

Connecting Private Equity Firms and Portfolio Companies with Top-Tier Leadership Talent Who Align in Every Way: Skills, Culture and Future.

  • Our customized executive search process is unlike any other. It ensures we find leaders who have the right skills and fit your company's culture and strategic goals.

  • We specialize in recruiting for C-suite and leadership positions, understanding top executive roles' unique challenges and requirements across various industries.

  • We use advanced proprietary assessment tools to evaluate candidates' leadership capabilities and potential for long-term success.

Strong Teams Start Here.

97% of our executive placements remain with their companies for more than a year, continuing to drive significant growth and success.

Our Proven Process at a Glance

  • Kick-Off

    In the first week, we meet with you to discuss the role and your company culture in detail. During this initial meeting, we confirm placement details and align our objectives to ensure a successful search process.

  • Research

    Our headhunter dedicates the next two weeks to crafting a compelling job description and reaching out to potential candidates. We present your role to top-tier talent, ensuring that candidates not only meet your skill requirements but also align with your core values and culture.

  • Two-Week Update

    At the end of the second week, we provide a comprehensive update on our search progress. During this meeting, we address any questions you may have and refine our approach based on your feedback to ensure we are on the right track.

  • Presentation

    In the third week, we present a detailed candidate scorecard and review resumes to decide on interviewees. We follow your interviewing preferences and support you with negotiations during the offer phase, ensuring a seamless and successful hiring process.

FAQs

  • We don’t limit our services to any particular industry. Instead, we specialize in identifying and placing exceptional leaders across various sectors. Our expertise lies in recruiting for key leadership positions such as CEOs, CFOs, COOs, CMOs, CHROs, and other executive roles. This allows us to bring top-tier talent to organizations regardless of industry, ensuring our clients benefit from leaders who can drive growth and success.

  • We conduct in-depth interviews and utilize proprietary assessments to evaluate the cultural alignment of candidates with your organization. This helps us ensure that the selected leaders will thrive in your company’s environment.

  • Our executive search process is highly customized and involves a comprehensive assessment of both skills and cultural fit to ensure long-term success. We use advanced proprietary tools and methodologies to identify top-tier leadership talent that aligns with your company’s goals.

  • Yes, we offer interim executive placement services to help organizations fill crucial leadership gaps during transitions or periods of change. Our interim leaders are experienced professionals who can provide immediate impact.

    We also have a vetted fractional network to connect our clients to the best, trusted, fractional services in the market.

  • We pride ourselves on a 99% success rate for our retained executive searches. Our rigorous process and commitment to excellence contribute to high retention and satisfaction rates among our clients and placed executives.

  • Yes, we offer post-placement support to ensure a smooth transition and integration of the new executive into your organization. This includes regular check-ins and coaching sessions to address any challenges that may arise.

  • The duration of the executive search process can vary depending on the role's complexity and the client's specific requirements. On average, our searches take between 50 to 90 days from initial consultation to placement.

  • We prioritize confidentiality and take stringent measures to protect the privacy of both our clients and candidates throughout the search process. Our commitment to discretion ensures that sensitive information remains secure.

"KIP Search connected us with a CEO who transformed our company. Their understanding of our needs was exceptional."

- Jeff A., Private Equity Partner.