Search Practice • Retained

Leadership appointments, handled with rigour and discretion.

For senior, confidential and business-critical roles, where the right appointment shapes an organisation for years. Retained search is where Ental began, and it remains central to our practice.

When Clients Retain Us

 

• Director, VP and General Manager appointments
• Engineering and operations leadership for new sites and market entry
• Confidential succession and replacement
• Specialist roles where the talent pool is small and well known
When Clients Retain Us

Our Approach

1
Discovery.

Discovery.

We define the role, the success profile and how the opportunity should be presented to the market, together with you.

2
Market mapping.

Market mapping.

We map the full talent landscape across your competitors and adjacent industries

3
Engagement.

Engagement.

Discreet, direct approaches, often through people the candidate already trusts.

4
Assessment.

Assessment.

Structured, competency-based evaluation and referencing before any introduction is made

5
Shortlist and counsel.

Shortlist and counsel.

A focused shortlist, regular progress reporting and our candid view on each individual.

6
Appointment and integration.

Appointment and integration.

We manage the offer and transition, and remain close through the first months in role

What Clients Receive

 

• A senior consultant leading the mandate from start to finish
• Regular, structured progress reporting
• A market map that remains yours after the search
What Clients Receive