The Role of Interim Leaders in Organisational Transformation
Whether responding to market disruptions, implementing digital transformation, or navigating through periods of crisis, businesses often...
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Appointing technology-focused Executives to Drive Change & Transformation
Cross-Disciplinary Innovation
Adastrum Consulting are executive search consultants specialising in appointing technology-focused C-Suite leaders who can drive transformation and growth in your organisation. Our executive search service is meticulously crafted to deliver top-tier talent tailored to your specific needs.
We appreciate the particular difficulties and advantages in industries needing tech-savvy leaders, linking you with seasoned and creative executives to steer your company towards enduring success is what our search firm has been built on.
Understanding Client Needs
Initial Consultation: We start by conducting thorough consultations with all stakeholders including human resources and other leaders involved in the recruitment process to understand your company’s vision, culture, and specific leadership requirements. But uniquely, we focus on the problem you're trying to overcome, not necessarily the role you are considering - aligning your executive search with the desired business outcomes. This step ensures we align our search with your strategic goals.
Executive Recruitment
Extensive Network: Leveraging our vast network of contacts across industries, we search for and identify potential candidates who are leaders in technology and innovation and could make your next great leader.
Role Definition: Collaboratively, we define the role’s key competencies, responsibilities, and success metrics to attract the right candidates.
Cross-Industry Search: By searching beyond the your industry, we uncover candidates who bring fresh, innovative approaches and have successfully navigated similar challenges in different contexts - giving you the competitive edge.
Advanced Search Techniques: Utilising cutting-edge technology and data-driven insights, we broaden our search to include passive candidates who may not be actively seeking new opportunities but fit your needs perfectly.
Passive Candidates: Through our executive search methods allow us to identify and engage passive candidates who may not be actively seeking new opportunities but fit your needs perfectly. This broadens the talent pool and ensures we introduce the best possible candidates into the recruitment process.
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Candidate Identification
Extensive Network: Leveraging our vast network of contacts across industries, we identify potential candidates who are leaders in technology and innovation.
Rigorous Screening: Our multi-faceted screening process includes in-depth interviews, psychometric testing, and background checks to thoroughly assess candidates' skills and experience. We emphasise finding individuals who can contribute to a diverse and inclusive environment, ensuring they bring a variety of perspectives and innovative solutions to your organisation.
By prioritising these thorough assessments, we guarantee that our candidates satisfy the technical and experiential criteria while also bolstering the overall dynamism and adaptability of your team.
Comprehensive Evaluation
Behavioural Assessment: We conduct behavioural interviews to evaluate leadership styles, decision-making capabilities, and the ability to drive change in a dynamic environment through our unique leadership development and assessment program.
Technical Evaluation: For technology-focused roles, we include technical assessments to ensure candidates possess the necessary expertise and innovative thinking required to lead your organisation.
Appointment and Integration
After the initial executive search has been completed alongside a comprehensive evaluation, we present a shortlist of highly qualified candidates. Each candidate's detailed profile and assessment report are provided to aid in your decision-making process. These profiles include insights into their skills, experience, and how they can contribute to your organisation's goals.
Onboarding Support
Post-appointment, we offer extensive onboarding support to facilitate a smooth transition. This includes:
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Setting Performance Benchmarks: Defining clear goals and expectations.
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Cultural Integration: Helping the new leader acclimate to your corporate culture.
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Coaching: Providing executive coaching to enhance leadership effectiveness.
Ongoing Follow-up
We maintain regular follow-up with both the client and the placed executive to ensure a successful and enduring match. This includes:
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Continuous Feedback: Regular check-ins to address any concerns and ensure alignment.
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Support and Adjustments: Offering additional support or adjustments to enhance the leader's impact and satisfaction.
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Long-term Success: Monitoring progress to ensure the new executive meets and exceeds performance expectations.
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Digital, Data and Technology
In the era of digital transformation, skilled leaders with technology, product, and operations knowledge are essential to drive progress, overcome traditional barriers, and reach new heights of success. Engage Adastrum to drive your executive search.
Board, NED, Advisory, ExCo
For advancement and growth, we suggest hiring veteran senior executives skilled in company expansion, developing new market and product strategies, or with expertise in mergers and acquisitions.
Functional Expertise
Transforming the leadership of teams, (including data, digital, cyber), product, operations, HR, commercial, regulatory, risk and compliance teams. For turnaround and crisis management scenarios, we can also deliver interim senior executives.
Business Transformation
An exceptional track record of shaping and delivering business and digital transformation mandates, delivering new organisational capabilities and significant business change programmes.
Appointment Expertise
Our executive search expertise is solely focused on leadership talent for UK companies. Our experience in appointing business leaders needed to drive change and transformation is unparalleled. Operating with the reach of a global executive search firm, our understanding of the importance of cross-industry "pollination" is what makes our appointments so impactful.
Let's discuss your future C-suite executive, Digital Transformation Director, Programme Director, Start-up Leader, Data Strategy Director, Product Strategy Leader, Head of Innovation and Architecture, or Head of GenAI Transformation.
About Adastrum Executive Search Consultants
Adastrum Consulting delivers Executive Search, Interim Management and Leadership Advisory services to businesses. We assist clients in evaluating, enhancing, hiring, and retaining the most suitable talent for their organisation, bridging the gap between People Performance and Business Performance. We call this integrated talent management.
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Technology Executive Search Firm in London
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How much are headhunting fees UK?Headhunting fees in the UK can vary depending on the level of expertise needed and the complexity of the search. Typically, headhunters charge a percentage of the candidate's first-year salary, ranging from 20% to 35%. It's essential to discuss fees upfront and ensure transparency in all financial dealings.
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How do I find a good recruiter UK?To find a reputable recruiter in the UK, start by conducting thorough research online, reading reviews, and asking for recommendations from colleagues or industry contacts. Look for recruiters with a proven track record of successful placements in your field and who have a good understanding of the role you are looking to fill.
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What is a London headhunter?A headhunter in London is a professional recruiter who specialises in finding top talent for executive and high-level positions within companies. Headhunters typically have a deep network of contacts in their specific industry and use their expertise to identify and approach potential candidates who may not be actively looking for new opportunities. Their goal is to match exceptional candidates with the right companies for mutual success.
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