• Discuss reason for job opening (turnover, internal promotion, growth, etc.)
  • Review job function and ideal-candidate qualifications
  • Discuss organizational climate in order to determine the best fit
  • Review the Pemberton Swift process, as well as discuss the working relationship and expectations for both parties
  • Discuss and sign the contingency search agreement.
  • Brainstorm potential candidates and/or existing contacts that may be aware of leads; create a preliminary list
  • Evaluate internal resources such as Pemberton Swift’s existing database and previous search results for potential candidates
  • Place job description on the Pemberton Swift Web site
  • Contact candidates and e-mail information as necessary
  • Schedule phone interviews for those who would like to move forward
  • Conduct phone interviews and record thorough notes
  • Schedule face-to-face interviews with selected candidates
  • Conduct interviews and document conversations
  • Forward finalists’ resumes with supporting documentation to client for review
  • Schedule client interviews


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