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We attribute much of our success over the years to our proven search process. This process is customized for all of our clients and has earned us a reputation for excellence.
 

Our clients play an active role in the search throughout the process. From the start
of the search, it is important for the client and our firm to be in constant communication.
Early in the search, in conjunction with our client, we prepare a Position Description
that we use to evaluate potential candidates throughout the search. This outlines the
necessary skills and experience a candidate must have in order to be considered for
the available position. The client promptly schedules interviews with those candidates
who we have presented for hire. Clients then give us feedback regarding those
candidates they have met with.
 

In this first, very important step of the process, we meet with our client in an attempt to
understand exactly who the client is and what their needs are. It is important to us
to thoroughly understand the client’s goals and objectives, corporate organization, and
position to be filled. We assist the client in analyzing their needs in order to recommend
solutions pertaining to the skills required of potential candidates.
 

Once we fully understand our client’s organization, we prepare a Position Description.
This serves as the primary written document to communicate the employment opportunity
to potential candidates. It explains the client’s organization, outlines the nature of the position, and specifies the necessary skills required of a successful candidate.
 

Next, we begin identifying potential sources and candidates by utilizing our extensive network of industry contacts and accessing our comprehensive, proprietary database. We explore these resources to identify those candidates who meet the criteria detailed in the Position Description. We then conduct thorough telephone interviews to reduce the pool of prospective candidates to those with exemplary qualifications whom warrant a face-to-face interview.
 

We then personally interview the top candidates. During these initial face-to-face interviews we will also determine the candidate’s level of interest in the position, their compensation requirements, their ultimate career goals, and their potential for success within the client’s organization.
 

Once we have thoroughly interviewed potential candidates and find them well qualified, we verify all educational degrees. We also check references by speaking with individuals who have been in a position to evaluate the candidate’s job performance. We then prepare a confidential written report for the client to review. The report includes the candidate’s resume, career overview, and summary information gathered from our interview process.
 

We present for hire the most qualified candidates, which the client will then interview. We assist in coordinating any necessary travel arrangements. After each interview, we follow up with the client and candidate to get feedback from each party. If subsequent interviews are required, we assist in setting up the details for those meetings as well.
 

Once the client company has decided that they would like to make an offer, we assist in the negotiation process. Should any issues need further discussion or clarification (such as relocation, temporary housing, compensation structure or any other related issue) we act as a mediator to ensure that each party communicates its needs and expectations effectively. Finally, once the client and candidate reach an agreement and the candidate is hired, we follow up with the client and candidate during the first year of employment to ensure that the selection was successful.

 

Ropes Associates, Inc.
333 North New River Drive East, Suite 3000, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

Tel: 954.525.6600    Fax: 954.779.7279

www.ropesassociates.com     Email: info@ropesassocates.com

 

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