Recruiting a CEO comes with a unique set of challenges. Theevolving role of CEO means that recruitment agencies and companies are looking
for different sorts of candidates. A revolving door of CEOs can leave a company
without direction or a clear strategy – making it vital to find the right
candidate, whether it’s on a full-time or part-time basis.
CEO recruitment calls for the involvement of morestakeholders, including other C-suite leaders and board members, than other
forms of executive recruitment. Setting out the specific qualities your company
is seeking and clearly defining the role can streamline the recruitment
process. Candidates are coming from a diverse range of backgrounds than ever
before, offering fresh perspectives for companies at every stage of their
development.
Exec Capital is one of the UK’s leading specialist executivesearch agencies. We offer 360-degree recruitment with headhunting and
traditional recruitment for C-suite positions, including CEO. Start the process
of recruiting a full-time, part-time, or interim CEO by contacting our team
today at 020 3287 2365 for a no-obligation consultation.
The Future of CEO Recruitment
CEO recruitment is experiencing a great reshuffling in thepost-pandemic world. We’re seeing voluntary turnover at an all-time peak, a
trend that has appeared across every level within industries from entry-level
roles to C-suite positions. The focus has shifted from experience to talent
with a heightened emphasis on soft skills and adaptability as the role evolves
to be more purpose-driven.
Candidates from non-traditional backgrounds – includingmarketing and technology – are stepping into the CEO role by offering a new
approach. Executives are increasingly switching across sectors and industries.
The role of CEO is no longer a copy-and-paste position thatis consistent across every industry. It’s vital for companies to implement a
job description early on in the recruitment process to determine what they need
from a successful CEO.
