Executive Search and Leadership Recruitment
Elevating Senior Talent Acquisition
Executive Search and Headhunting by Ashville Knight is a specialist, high-impact, retain search solution for senior and strategic appointments across Legal, Marketing, Human Resources, Supply Chain, Manufacturing and Customer Experience functions. Leveraging data-led market intelligence and a passion for talent, we deliver strategic hires that are not only appointed — but retained and empowered to thrive.
Our retained resourcing approach is built on flexibility, transparency, and precision — ideal for niche, senior, and business-critical roles. Whether you are scaling your leadership team, launching a new division, or filling a confidential vacancy, we act as your dedicated executive search partner.
How We Help
When traditional recruitment methods fall short, our clients turn to our retained search service. We’ve built a reputation for success in the most challenging markets, with a high fill rate and a client base ranging from global enterprises to fast-scaling SMEs.
Through strategic headhunting and market mapping, we proactively identify and secure top-tier professionals who are not visible on job boards — ensuring you get access to the full talent market, not just the active segment.
Our Method: A Strategic, Data-Driven and Focused
When you partner with Executive Search by Ashville Knight, you gain access to a full-service, insight-driven recruitment methodology:
- Discover & Define: We work closely with your leadership to understand business goals, culture, and talent needs.
- Market Mapping & Research: We benchmark roles, analyse industry talent, and provide insight into compensation, availability, and competitor activity.
- Targeted Headhunting: Our discreet and targeted headhunting methods allow us to reach passive candidates with precision and confidentiality.
- Assessment & Shortlisting: We assess cultural fit, leadership style, and potential through structured interviews and behavioural insights.
- Post-Placement Support: Our commitment does not stop at offer stage — our retained resourcing model ensures long-term success and integration.
What Sets Us Apart
- Partner: We act as an extension of your leadership team — aligning every hire with long-term strategy and culture.
- Headhunting Experts: We go beyond job ads to engage hidden talent, delivering exceptional professionals who aren’t actively job-seeking.
- Informed by Insight: From market trends to candidate motivations, we provide real-time data to guide hiring decisions.
- Analytical & Measurable: We bring structure and accountability to retained search, tracking each stage with clear metrics.
- Research-Driven: We continuously monitor shifts in leadership talent, ensuring you stay ahead of the curve.
- Powered by Technology: We use advanced sourcing tools and automation to streamline every step of the executive hiring journey.
Let’s Build Something Exceptional
Whether you are hiring a single strategic leader or building an entire senior function, Executive Search and Headhunting by Ashville Knight offers a proven retained resourcing solution designed to deliver results.
Contact us to start a confidential conversation about your next senior appointment through expert retained search.
