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Senior leadership, found with precision.

Hiring at the executive level requires discretion, deep networks, and an understanding of what a role truly demands. Taliro assigns recruiters with a track record of placing C-suite, board, and senior leadership candidates in your sector and geography.

A structured, confidential search process

Executive search through Taliro follows a defined process: understanding the role, mapping the market, approaching candidates directly, and presenting a shortlist. Every step is handled with discretion. Candidate data is shared only with your explicit approval.

  • Confidential approach to candidates
  • Market mapping before outreach begins
  • Shortlist presented with detailed candidate profiles

Brief and research

Define requirements, map the market

Approach and engage

Confidential outreach to qualified candidates

Interview and select

Shortlist presentation, interviews, assessments

Offer and close

Negotiation support, onboarding handover

What makes executive search different

Executive roles are rarely filled through job ads or inbound applications. The right candidates for C-suite and board positions are typically employed, not actively looking, and need to be approached directly by someone they trust.

Taliro assigns executive search specialists who have existing relationships in your sector. These recruiters know who the candidates are, understand their motivations, and can approach them with the right level of discretion.

The search begins with a detailed briefing. Your recruiter maps the market, identifies a long list of potential candidates, and approaches them directly. Interested candidates go through an initial assessment before being presented to you as a shortlist.

Key considerations

  • Typical executive searches take 8 to 16 weeks from briefing to offer.
  • Confidentiality is maintained throughout the process. Candidate identities are only shared with your approval.
  • Success fees for executive search may differ from standard permanent recruitment fees. Taliro provides a clear fee structure before the search begins.

Executive search in four stages

1

Detailed briefing

A senior recruiter works with you to define the role, leadership requirements, cultural fit, and success criteria.

2

Targeted identification

The recruiter maps the relevant market and approaches candidates through established relationships. All outreach is discreet.

3

Candidate assessment

Shortlisted candidates are vetted for experience, leadership qualities, and motivation. Profiles are shared only after the candidate has given explicit consent.

4

Interview and selection

You meet the candidates, conduct your own assessment, and make the final decision. The success fee applies only when the hire is confirmed.

Confidentiality is built into every step

Executive search often involves sensitive situations: replacing a current executive, entering a new market, or restructuring leadership. Taliro's search process is designed for discretion. Candidate identities, employer details, and search parameters are shared only on a need-to-know basis.

  • Candidate identities shared only with your approval
  • Search parameters kept confidential
  • Recruiters experienced in sensitive mandates

Digital by default, personal when it matters

Day-to-day coordination happens on the platform: updates, candidate submissions, Q&A, all in one place. But when a role needs deeper discussion or priorities shift, your account manager is a call away. The same goes for any recruiter working your roles.

Common questions about executive search

Have another question? Speak with one of our hiring experts.

C-suite positions (CEO, CFO, CTO, COO, etc.), board members, managing directors, VPs, and other senior leadership roles.

Executive search involves direct, confidential outreach to specific candidates, usually those who are not actively looking. The process includes market mapping, candidate assessment, and a curated shortlist, rather than broad sourcing.

Executive search fees are structured as a percentage of the first-year compensation. The exact structure is discussed and agreed before the search begins. Taliro provides full transparency on fees.

Most executive searches take between 8 and 16 weeks from initial briefing to offer. The timeline depends on the role, market, and candidate availability.

Yes. Taliro's network includes executive search specialists across more than 30 countries. Cross-border searches are assigned to recruiters with experience in the relevant markets.

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