Summary of Retained Executive Search Services:

GES GLOBAL has established best-in-class quality standards and industry-best cycle times in great part due to our cultural emphasis on search execution. Our typical search process is outlined per the following sequence of events:

1. SEARCH DEFINITION AND STRATEGY
  • Define client need

  • Develop position specification

  • Initiate research

  • Initial candidate identification and evaluation

  • Benchmark candidate(s)

  • Refine position specifications

  • Weekly meetings to review progress

  • Strategize research and fine tune specifications

  • Continue with interviews

  • Select finalist(s)

  • Complete references

  • Negotiate compensation, extend offer

  • Monitor acceptance, resignation & start of employment

  • Follow-up with client

  • Follow-up with successful candidate

These services are typically used for critical leadership roles such as C-suite executives and their leadership teams. We work closely with the client to understand the company’s culture, strategic goals, and role requirements. We then conduct a thorough, confidential search to identify, assess, and present top-tier candidates who may not be actively seeking new positions.

Key features of retained executive search include:

  • Exclusive, high-commitment engagement
  • Deep industry and candidate research
  • Access to passive talent
  • Confidential and discreet process
  • Focus on long-term fit and leadership impact

GES GLOBAL provides support throughout the hiring process, including candidate evaluation, interview coordination, negotiation, and onboarding, making them a trusted partner in securing top executive talent.

GES GLOBAL Talent Mapping Intelligence Partnership Stay Ahead of the Talent Curve — Every Month

WHAT IS THE GES GLOBAL Talent Intelligence Partnership?

The Talent Mapping Intelligence Partnership is a monthly retainer service designed for companies that want to stay ahead in identifying, engaging, and understanding top talent — before a hiring need becomes urgent.

We combine competitive intelligence, proactive mapping market, and real-time candidate engagement to give you a strategic edge in executive hiring.

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

Market Mapping & Talent Landscape Analysis

We identify and map key talent pools across functions, competitors, and geographies — giving you visibility into who’s out there and where they are.

Gain insights into your competitors’ org structures, hiring trends, compensation benchmarks, and talent movement.

We engage high-potential candidates and maintain a warm bench of executive talent aligned to your future needs.

Regular strategy sessions with our senior partners to advise on organizational design, succession planning, and emerging market shifts.

You’ll receive a tailored report each month with actionable insights and candidate summaries to keep your team informed and prepared.

BENEFITS

  • Always be recruitment-ready

  • Reduce time-to-fill for leadership roles

  • Stay ahead of competitor hiring trends

  • Build strategic talent pipelines

  • Strengthen your employer brand in-market

A STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP, NOT A TRANSACTION

This is more than sourcing — it’s a consultative, data-backed partnership that empowers you to make confident, future-ready talent decisions.

“This retainer gave us critical insight into our competitor’s hiring strategies and helped us proactively identify our next VP hire months in advance.”
Head of Talent, Growth-Stage SaaS Company

GES GLOBAL as your Resource Process Outsourcing Partner (RPO)

GES GLOBAL helps businesses streamline their processes, enhance productivity, and respond more quickly to market demands.

Enhance Performance with Expert RPO Support

RPO is a business strategy in which a company delegates specific internal processes, often related to human resources, IT, finance, or operations, to an external service provider. As your RPO partner, we allow your organization to focus on your core competencies while improving efficiency, reducing operational costs, and gaining access to specialized expertise.

GES GLOBAL, in the context of recruitment, will facilitate all or part of your recruitment process on a retained basis. We will take responsibility for managing job postings, passive candidate sourcing, screening, interviewing, and sometimes onboarding. We will deploy all of our advanced technologies and analytics to improve your hiring outcomes and speed.

Key benefits of GES GLOBAL as your RPO Partner include:

  • Cost savings
  • Scalability and flexibility
  • Improved quality of hires
  • Faster recruitment cycles
  • Access to recruitment expertise & technology

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Strategic Leadership Begins at the Top

In today’s complex and rapidly evolving business landscape, effective board leadership is more critical than ever. Our Retained Search Board Directorship Services are designed to help organizations identify, attract, and appoint high-caliber board members who bring strategic insight, governance expertise, and long-term value.

Exclusive Focus, Maximum Commitment

Our retained model ensures dedicated attention to your board search, with a fully customized process tailored to your organization’s culture, goals, and governance needs.

We leverage an extensive global network of accomplished executives, thought leaders, and governance experts to uncover both active and passive candidates aligned with your board’s vision.

We manage every search with the highest degree of confidentiality—safeguarding your organization’s reputation while targeting the most qualified talent.

We are committed to building diverse boards that reflect a range of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences—strengthening innovation and stakeholder trust.

Our Services Include:

  • Board Needs Assessment
    Define skill gaps, succession plans, and governance goals.
  • Candidate Mapping & Market Research
    Identify qualified individuals based on expertise, reputation, and cultural fit.
  • In-Depth Evaluation
    Conduct behavioral interviews, reference checks, and reputation reviews.
  • Shortlist Presentation
    Deliver a slate of exceptional candidates for your consideration.
  • Advisory Support
    Assist with selection, offer negotiation, onboarding, and board integration.

Who We Serve:

  • Public Companies
  • Private & Family-Owned Enterprises
  • Nonprofits & Foundations
  • Startups & Growth-Stage Firms
  • Private Equity & Venture-Backed Entities

Build a Future-Ready Board

Partner with us to secure directors who bring integrity, insight, and a forward-looking mindset to your boardroom.

GET IN TOUCH WITH THE EXPERTS

Whether you’re seeking transformative leadership or looking to align talent with long-term business goals, we’re here to help. Reach out to start the conversation.

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