A Research-led Approach

Our Executive Search Process

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A Research-led Approach

Our Executive Search Process

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AUDITABLE MARKET INTELLIGENCE

DIVERSE PROFESSIONAL  SECTORS

TRANSPARENT SEARCH PROCESSES

RESEARCH DRIVEN RESULTS 

INDUSTRY-LEADING CONSULTANTS

In our pursuit to leave no stone unturned to find the very best executive talent or market knowledge for our client’s requirements, our process is research-led.

Allied to this we work with our extensive Wyman Bain partners and collate other sources of information to produce exceptional results. Our dedicated team of industry-leading Research Consultants work on only one project at a time, allowing them to dedicate their skill, knowledge, time and full attention to your assignment.


The Wyman Bain insight allows us to meticulously evaluate candidates' fitness, both objectively and subjectively for your organisation. The blend of detailed market mapping, proactive attraction and full assessment enables us to secure the individuals who can help drive your business and fulfil your aims and objectives.

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Executive Search | Wyman Bain

Our Global Reach

In today’s interconnected world, leadership is no longer confined by geography. At Wyman Bain, we operate across international borders, drawing on a powerful network of senior professionals in Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and the Americas.
Whether you are a multinational seeking leaders with global exposure, or a fast-growing business expanding into new markets, our reach ensures you gain access to a wider, more diverse pool of exceptional executives. This international capability allows us to identify leaders who bring not only proven expertise but also cultural intelligence and cross-border experience, essential qualities for organisations operating on a global stage.

Diversity & Inclusion Commitment

We firmly believe that diverse leadership teams drive innovation, strengthen decision-making, and future-proof organisations. At Wyman Bain, diversity and inclusion are not tick-box exercises but fundamental principles embedded in every search we conduct.
Our process ensures that every shortlist is balanced, representative, and inclusive, giving you access to a broad spectrum of perspectives and experiences. By championing equality, we empower our clients to build leadership teams that better reflect the societies they serve, creating both social value and sustainable competitive advantage.

Confidentiality & Discretion

Executive appointments often involve sensitive circumstances: board transitions, succession planning, or competitive repositioning. We understand that confidentiality is critical at these moments.
Our entire search methodology is designed to protect your organisation’s reputation as well as the privacy of candidates. From discreet market mapping to confidential candidate approaches, we handle each step with the highest level of care and professionalism. With Wyman Bain, you can be assured that your executive search will be conducted under absolute discretion.

Beyond Recruitment: Strategic Partnership

We are not simply recruiters, we are long-term partners in your success. Our team works closely with boards, HR leaders, and investors to provide strategic counsel that extends beyond a single appointment.
From succession planning to leadership benchmarking and market intelligence, we act as trusted advisers who understand the complexities of your sector and the evolving demands of modern leadership. Many of our clients return to us repeatedly because they know we are invested in their future and committed to their success.

Sector Expertise

Every industry has unique challenges, cultural dynamics, and leadership requirements. That’s why our consultants bring deep sector-specific knowledge, allowing us to deliver results that are not only effective but also relevant.

We have proven success in:

A DETAILED PROCESS

Each assignment follows a rigorous process with the following stages

01 Week 1: Insight

 Assignment Initiation- Gaining a clear insight into the client's business and the role.

02 Week 1-2: Specification

Agreement of specification - This is the working brief we construct in partnership with our client to be used as the basis for the search. This is used to identify the market of suitable organisations and candidates.

03 Week 3: Market Transparency

Submission of target companies - Identification of candidates using research techniques, directly dissecting companies and creating 'real-time internal insight'. Here we develop market intelligence through direct conversations, networking, and innovative research techniques while working alongside Wyman Bain's global partners.


 At any point, you have a chance to audit this process before target approach.

04 Week 4-6: Target Approach

Opportunities - We directly approach the targeted individual identified through research and arrange a confidential specialist consultant interview to meet with the candidate and discuss our client’s opportunity.

05 Week 6-7: Confidential Consultant Interviews & Selection 

Confidential consultant interviews - including Wyman Bain assessments of candidate suitability. We distill down to an agreeable shortlist- specifically candidates who have had a confidential meeting, are keen to take the opportunity forward and fully meet the brief/specification (both objectively and subjectively).

06 Week 7-8: Shortlist 

Presentation of a shortlist and first stage meetings arranged with the best individuals/talent who objectively and subjectively meet your brief. 


We complete with a full interview synopsis, offer salary advice and provide comprehensive insight from the consultant and candidate.

01 Week 1: Insight

 Assignment Initiation- Gaining a clear insight into the client's business and the role.

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02 Week 1-2: Specification

Agreement of specification - This is the working brief we construct in partnership with our client to be used as the basis for the search. This is used to identify the market of suitable organisations and candidates.

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03 Week 3: Market Transparency

Submission of target companies - Identification of candidates using research techniques, directly dissecting companies and creating 'real-time internal insight'. Here we develop market intelligence through direct conversations, networking, and innovative research techniques while working alongside Wyman Bain's global partners.


 At any point, you have a chance to audit this process before target approach.

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04 Week 4-6: Target Approach

Opportunities - We directly approach the targeted individual identified through research and arrange a confidential specialist consultant interview to meet with the candidate and discuss our client’s opportunity.

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05 Week 6-7: Confidential Consultant Interviews & Selection 

Confidential consultant interviews - including Wyman Bain assessments of candidate suitability. We distil down to an agreeable shortlist- specifically candidates who have had a confidential meeting, are keen to take the opportunity forward and fully meet the brief/specification (both objectively and subjectively).

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06 Week 7-8: Shortlist 

Presentation of a shortlist and first stage meetings arranged with the best individuals/talent who objectively and subjectively meet your brief. 


We complete with a full interview synopsis, offer salary advice and provide comprehensive insight from the consultant and candidate.

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FROM INCEPTION TO COMPLETION

We provide direction and supervision at all stages post shortlist.

This includes the management and content of interviews; 1st stage, 2nd stage meetings and beyond to make sure we have the most suitable candidate for you.


We offer our clients access to their entire pipeline with innovative real-time reporting, data and analytics. Furthermore, through our innovative systems, we are able to manage the entire process of all assignments from inception through to completion. We support our clients right through the entire employment journey and ensure the right candidates help make the largest impact for our clients.


We include optional psychometrics with fully qualified members of staff, typically at a second interview. See our Executive Assessment for more details.

Executive search - from inception to completion

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