Frequently asked questions
We understand that clients and candidates often have questions about our services and how we can assist them. To address these concerns and provide clarity, we have compiled a list of frequently asked questions (FAQs) below. Whether you are a client looking to hire top talent or a candidate seeking career opportunities, we hope these answers will give you a better understanding of our firm and how we can help you achieve your goals. If you have any additional questions or need further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us directly.
What services does your firm offer?
We provide the following services:
- Recruiting for full-time positions
- Staffing short-term or temporary positions when you need a contractor
- Assistance with different steps of the recruiting process such as creating job postings, candidate screening, interviewing and assessing candidates, and helping with salary negotiations
Can your firm handle both short-term and long-term staffing needs?
Yes. We can provide you with a short-term resource to handle the work while you conduct a search for a full-time hire.
What types of positions of positions do you work on?
We primarily work on executive and management positions in Finance and Accounting, Human Resources, and Information Technology. Examples of these positions include C-level roles such as CFO, CIO, and CHRO and senior management positions such as VP Finance, Controller, Director of Information Technology, and Director of Human Resources.
Do you specialize in any industries?
No. We work in a broad range of industries and have experience in various ones including aerospace and defense, manufacturing, healthcare, retail and e-commerce, distribution, software, high tech, professional services, and financial services.
Do you work only in certain locations or geographies?
No. We are located in Los Angeles, but we can assist clients anywhere in the US.
What are your fees for full-time positions?
For full-time positions, we charge a percentage of the first year's annual base salary. We do not factor in bonuses or any other compensation into this calculation. When we determine the percentage, we factor in the complexity of the search, the type of role, and other market factors.
What are your fees for a temporary or consulting need?
For short-term and consulting roles, we typically charge an hourly rate. However, we would be open to working with clients on weekly and monthly rates depending on the situation.
How is contract to hire (aka temp to hire) different from a full-time hire?
In the end, you are working toward the same goal of hiring a full-time employee, but there are trade-offs. With a full-time search, you have access to a much larger pool of candidates. You can consider pretty much any candidate both currently employed elsewhere and available immediately (i.e., unemployed). With a contract to hire (aka temp to hire) arrangement, you are limited to candidates who are available immediately (i.e., unemployed). It is very unlikely that someone employed elsewhere would be willing to quit a job to take on a contract role without a guarantee of long-term employment.
How do you source candidates for full-time positions?
We use a number of different sources. First and foremost, we have an existing network of professionals that was built over many years (some might refer to this as the "database"). We also participate in professional networks. Lastly, we use traditional sources such as job postings. We leave no stone unturned.
What is your screening and vetting process?
We work closely with clients to determine the requirements for a position. We make sure that any candidate who we consider meets those requirements. If not, we will not send them through to you. We protect your time during the process by making sure that any candidate could be successful in the position.
How do you handle client feedback and concerns?
We are very receptive to feedback and ask that you share it with us directly. We will make every effort to address your concerns. We want to make sure that you are satisfied. Our long-term relationship with you is much more important than a short-term transaction.