OUR APPROACH
A New Playbook
Retained Search Firms
Our Industry Expertise, Your Streamlined Executive Search
Our goal at Nexus Search Partners is to reimagine the executive search function, focusing on how organizations operate. Nexus' executive search consultants rely on unique, streamlined procedures that value transparency and inclusion at every step. Building relationships with senior leadership teams ensures all stakeholder voices are heard and understood. As your executive search partner, our vast network of talent, deep connections in the industry, and relentless approach deliver outstanding customer service and qualified candidates.
After our comprehensive client intake process, Nexus' executive search professionals move diligently to present a timely combination of marketplace expertise and a short list of talent to calibrate, focusing on delivering unique candidate slates.
We eliminate cookie-cutter playbooks and unnecessary procedures such as long, repetitive contract processes.
Assessments
A Personalized Search Process
At Nexus, we emphasize transparency, high-touch service, and inclusion, diversity, and equity (ID&E). In-depth research and personalized recommendations guide every search without the need to rely on algorithms to find passive candidates and active job seekers. Our recruiting firm’s comprehensive evaluation outlines an executive team’s current state, future goals, and organizational culture—all in alignment with the client's business function.
Transparency
Establishing rapport with clients and candidates is part of Nexus' identity as an executive recruiter. It’s the foundation of building connections that transform the future of executive leadership across all industries. Our search firm prioritizes leadership development, spending six months mentoring successful SVP+ candidates to equip them with the tools they need to lead in their new roles.
High Touch Service
With transparency comes reliability. Our retained executive search team uses a high-touch approach throughout every search, allowing clients to have a line of sight into the process. By providing frequent updates, clients and candidates will always be aware of their situation, allowing us to find the best fit.
Inclusion & Cultural Fit
With decades of cross-industry experience, our diverse network allows us to locate new executive candidates in unique pools of talent. It’s our mission to help organizations find the right leaders, and we do so with ID&E in mind. Nexus prioritizes ID&E in recruitment because inclusion is the pathway for how equity happens.
Recruitment Approach
Search and Hiring Process
Our executive search process gives us a competitive advantage. We spend time building relationships with clients and candidates to develop a deeper understanding of an organization’s needs. This due diligence allows our executive search firm to tailor every search and find the right candidates and board members for leadership roles.
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Understanding Organizational Culture
We maximize our understanding of a client’s cultural and organizational dynamics through quantitative and qualitative research. This includes structured interviews, primary and market-based research, and detailed assessments.
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Accountability & Transparency
We offer clients pre-and-post-interview briefs, feedback loops, and online access to all relevant reference materials via email and our client portal. This includes resumes, evaluations, and assessment results.
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Executive Recruiting Insights
As a next step, Nexus establishes a specific go-to-market strategy for each client. Such iterative sourcing and research allow us to identify talented and diverse pools of targeted candidates.
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Market Representation of Your Brand
In every step of the search process, Nexus maintains reliable, direct contact with every candidate. If they are not a fit for a role you're hiring for, we communicate that quickly, professionally, and with the utmost respect.
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We Manage All the Details for You
When partnering with Nexus for an executive search, know we’ll take care of everything every step of the way while prioritizing confidentiality. With access to candidate profiles and a network of unique talent, Nexus strives to exceed expectations.
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Six-Month Coaching Program
Nexus provides six months of mentorship support for successful C-level executive candidates. Our consultants have been in their shoes and are here to ensure they have the resources they need to lead effectively.
Interested in working with Nexus?
Schedule a consult with our executive search experts.