Retained Executive Search



Why our clients choose Retained


Our clients use our executive search process to ensure the most independent, objective, discreet and thorough process has been conducted to identify and attract the most superior passive talent,

No other method of search, whether in-house or contingent, can completely satisfy each of the aforementioned criteria as effectively as a properly conducted retained search.




Our clients that work on retained executive search projects benefit from our 100% fill ratio.

Senior Appointments


We deliver senior leaders and executives for our clients and their portfolio companies.


POSITIONS INCLUDE

C-Suite
CEO
Chairperson/Non-executives
COO
CFO
Head of Function
Head of Sector
Head of Geography
Managing Directors / Director

RECENT MANDATES

Managing Director - Debt Investment Banking
COO - Portfolio Company of Leading PE Firm
COO - Portfolio
Director


“We would like to be able to just use LinkedIn... but we know that some of the best talent needs finding and it wont come to us directly. ”


Head of HR
European Private Equity Fund

"We hired a C suite position and needed an expert that had the trust of the Investments community. The reference checking and assessment conducted by Stem,7 was key to the hiring process and highlighted important soft skills”


Private Markets Co Investments COO



Why Retained?



Strategic Partnership

Retained search firms often work closely with the client to understand their organizational culture, the specific requirements of the role, and long-term goals, leading to a better alignment between the candidate and the company.




Expertise and Focus

Retained search firms are typically experts in their field. They focus exclusively on finding the right candidate for a specific role, leveraging their industry knowledge and networks.


Higher Quality Candidates

Because the firm invests significant effort into the search, they typically present a shortlist of highly qualified candidates, often with deep industry experience.




Dedicated Resources

Since the search firm is retained, they often allocate more time and resources to the search process, ensuring a thorough and dedicated approach.



Comprehensive Approach

Retained search firms use a systematic process to identify, evaluate, and approach potential candidates, often including passive candidates who aren’t actively looking for a job but might be a perfect fit.


Confidentiality

Retained searches are often used for sensitive or high-profile positions where confidentiality is crucial. The search firm manages the process discreetly, protecting both the client’s and candidates’ privacy.


Our Retained Search Promises


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A SUCCESSFUL OUTCOME

We guarentee 100% delivery with this approach, and quite simply won’t stop until we have secured the right hire.

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ASSURANCE

Assurance you have hired the best available talent and tapped into passive talent pools

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REDUCED CHANCE OF A MIS-HIRE

Our clients can reduce the chance of a mis-hire by running a thorough, independent and discreet process.

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