Executive Search

/ɪɡˈzɛkjətɪv sɜrtʃ/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A specialized recruitment process to find candidates for high-level executive positions, often involving confidential and targeted search strategies.
    The law firm hired an executive search company to identify a new managing partner.

Forms

  • executive search
  • executive searches

Commentary

Executive search is distinct from general recruitment by its focus on senior-level roles and often involves legal scrutiny in contracts and confidentiality agreements.

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