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Retained Executive Search
No one knows retained search better than Pearson Partners. We have one of the highest job-fill rates in the industry and commit to successfully completing every search. We’ve earned our reputation by securing top talent and building strong management teams.
We are free from many of the off-limits restrictions imposed on large search firms, so you’ll get full access to the finest talent available anywhere. We’ll pre-screen every candidate, conducting 360-degree evaluations offering our insight on who will perform best in your unique environment.
We have the business savvy, discretion and confidentiality to reach the top executives. Renowned for our hands-on approach to filling critical management roles, we are driven by an urgency and commitment to excellence that our clients have come to expect.
Testimonials:
“We couldn't be happier. Pearson Partners was very responsive. I am one of the most critical people you’ll find, but they were truly a pleasure to work with. We found them to be very good partners and would enjoy...
"The best part of the partnership, for me as a business leader, is that Pearson Partners takes the time to understand our business goals, not just what we are trying to accomplish relative to recruitment needs."
"Keith and Lisa worked with us to assess individual pluses and minuses and provided a great deal of input and analysis of candidates. We have great peace of mind knowing that the process was consistent and fair and we...
"The search was flawless. There was a lot of pressure, timing was of the essence, and we had to find the absolute best candidate. I am a huge fan of Pearson Partners. They exceeded my expectations."
"Pearson Partners understands the private equity business very well, and the cultural attributes that go hand-in-hand with that. They were in tune with our need for this person to both fit internally and interact positively with our portfolio companies....
"Pearson Partners was very effective at giving us the best of the best. They gave us good insight into the candidates they presented to us, and we had conversations about them so that we didn't have to interview 20...
“The Pearson team was extremely responsive. They worked hard to understand what we needed in our HR department. Lisa and her team were always available and responsive, and they provided top candidates. They took the time to understand our...
“When I reached out to Pearson Partners, Renee Arrington and Lisa Thompson were in my office within 48 hours. It was unbelievable. They put my mind at ease about what the process would look like. They were in constant...
"Pearson Partners kept to the schedule, which was aggressive. Communications were very direct, and they worked closely with our operating partners throughout the process, which didn't require me to get involved until we were down to four final candidates....
"Pearson Partners has very strong connections in the marketplace, providing personal networking with individuals that forge relationships with people who are transitioning, and I think that's extremely positive."
“The process was very, very thorough. Although I was eager to jump right into the role, I appreciated that the Pearson team was being very thorough, sourcing all of the candidates that would be a potential fit and not...
“I have been able to bring an outsider’s view and experience into an organization, and ultimately an industry, that is ready for a digital awakening. This role draws upon virtually every experience I have ever had, yet is radically...
“Pearson Partners did an excellent job, and I would use them again,” Wallander says. “They were a pleasure to work with and a great partner to me, and made it easy to focus on my business responsibilities while ensuring...
“Renee and Lisa really took the time to seek our input. They both absolutely hit the nail on the head in terms of prioritizing the skills and traits we were looking for. I know that everybody involved in the...
"I realized I should probably start thinking about a potential career change. I had been friends with some of the Pearson Partners team for many years, and an occasional source on their search projects. I met with them...
“The Pearson Partners team was responsive and focused. They clearly took the search personally – more than just ‘doing the job.’ They gave me advice, kept me up to date and guided me through the search.
“Pearson Partners was incredibly well prepared for our initial meetings,” said Bowe. “The work they did even before they had the search showed us how hard they would work right out of the gate to find our new CEO....
"Going into the second interview, I asked Pearson Partners for coaching and got some really good insight and valuable feedback. As an executive search firm, they know how to treat you."
“The team at Pearson Partners made a commitment to understand our firm’s strategy and culture, long before any specific assignment presented itself,” the CEO says. “We were impressed by their commitment to forging and investing in a long-term relationship,...
"It was imperative to us that senior partners be the ones making the calls to these C-level executives. I like the fact that Keith Pearson and Renee Arrington were the ones doing the search and not passing it off...
"The search was an eye-opener for me. Before I engaged Pearson Partners, I had rarely seen someone with the combination of innovation, credentials and education that we were seeking.”
"Pearson Partners stood out among the search firms we talked with. Renee showed the most ability to understand our needs and seemed most dedicated to crafting her approach to our needs. I think she very much understood the position...
“We expected a diverse group of candidates, and that they be totally and thoroughly screened, and they were,” Hawkins says. “It was very clear that Pearson Partners spent a lot of time and effort with each candidate, because the...
“Pearson Partners really takes the time to get to know their candidates and the companies they work with. As a candidate, I felt very supported by Lisa and Renee, and I could feel they wanted to make sure I...
“Pearson Partners was terrific. I was absolutely convinced from the outset that they truly wanted to create a successful outcome for all parties. They invested a lot of highly productive time and understood the business challenges we were trying...
We are committed to finding the best fit for your company and your team. When you work with us, you can expect personal attention during every phase of the search process, with one direct point of contact from start to finish. We’ll conduct exploratory calls or visit your facilities to understand not just the job you want to fill, but your industry, your business and your corporate culture.
We exclusively perform retained executive search. Although similar in nature to contingent search, there are many important differences. Learn more. We are a member of the prestigious Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC), whose members are guided by a strict code of ethics.
Other Solutions
Management Assessment
Our Assessment Services range from evaluating a single employee to analyzing the effectiveness of an entire organizational structure.
Our Assessment Services range from evaluating a single employee to analyzing the effectiveness of an entire organizational structure.
Executive Coaching
Our executive coaching services can help you strengthen current leaders and retain the top talent that will become your company’s future.
Our executive coaching services can help you strengthen current leaders and retain the top talent that will become your company’s future.
For Individuals
Pearson Partners is a powerful resource for executive-level individuals seeking to advance their careers, sharpen their skills, or transition into a new role or industry.
Pearson Partners is a powerful resource for executive-level individuals seeking to advance their careers, sharpen their skills, or transition into a new role or industry.
