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Search Process
Search Process
Search Process
At Sophos Search Group we believe the search process should go as smoothly as possible for you, the client. This undoubtedly will allow you to better focus on the demands of your business.
Four Steps for Successful Candidate Placements
The Target Phase
> Consult with you to fully understand your organization as well as get a good feel for your corporate culture.
> Establish what the requirements and qualifications (hard skills and soft skills) are for the candidates
> Establish what the requirements and qualifications (hard skills and soft skills) are for the candidates
you are seeking.
> Put together a thorough description for the job opening, that is mutually agreed upon by both parties. This
ensures the quality of potential candidates as well as speeds the process along.
> Generate a list of potential firms from which qualified candidates may be drawn from.
> Before proceeding, we assess both the job description and company short list together. This is our last
> Before proceeding, we assess both the job description and company short list together. This is our last
chance to catch any discrepancies, and ensure we’re on the same page with regards to finding
your preferred individuals.
The Identification Phase
> We utilize a variety of sources to attract exceptional candidates:
> Internet Based Recruitment - We make use of our website, sophossearch.com, well trafficked job
boards, news groups, and company forums.
> Advertising in Print - We advertise in major, and local newspapers, professional organizations
and magazines.
> Candidate Referrals - A sizable percentage of our placements comes from our referral network.
> Professional Network - We can tap into our network of professionals to provide our clients proven
> Professional Network - We can tap into our network of professionals to provide our clients proven
individuals.
> Job Fairs - We can get access to a large number of candidates, very quickly.
> Job Fairs - We can get access to a large number of candidates, very quickly.
> Alumni Associations - Looking for seasoned professionals? This route produces candidates that are
experienced and focused.
> On Campus - We have working relationships with universities, colleges, and training institutions.
> Locate candidates that demonstrate genuine interest in the opportunity as well as that meet you
requirements and qualifications.
> Offer feedback to you with regards to the overall interest of the candidate, as well as potential concerns.
> Offer feedback to you with regards to the overall interest of the candidate, as well as potential concerns.
The Interview Phase
> Conduct interviews, including behavioural based, in order to qualify candidates.
> Carry out reference checks, and verify educational credentials of candidates. This is crucial as much more
> Carry out reference checks, and verify educational credentials of candidates. This is crucial as much more
can often be drawn out with respect to their work background, and character.
> Generate a short list of the leading candidates.
> Present this list to you along with our thoughts, and recommendations.
> Generate a short list of the leading candidates.
> Present this list to you along with our thoughts, and recommendations.
The Client Interview Phase
> Organize final candidate interviews.
> Function as a liaison during the course of the client - candidate interview stage.
> Assist with the overall compensation package negotiations (if required).
> Follow up with the candidate and client early on to ensure the transition goes well.
> Function as a liaison during the course of the client - candidate interview stage.
> Assist with the overall compensation package negotiations (if required).
> Follow up with the candidate and client early on to ensure the transition goes well.
STAFFING FAQs
> Overwhelmed With Resumes?
> Need More of the Right Resumes?
> Want to Test Drive Candidates First?
> On a Tight Budget?
> Is Timing Critical?