our
approach
We recognize that finding a good “fit” goes beyond writing a job description or screening resumes. Chemistry and culture are everything. We provide a consultative approach customized to meet the needs of each client and candidate.
why we’re different
WHITE GLOVE APPROACH
Our white glove recruiting process is designed to create impactful results. At Purple Squirrel Advisors, we learn the unique terrain of each client’s business, tailor our approach accordingly, and provide hands-on, highly consultative service from start to finish.
consultative & intuitive partners
We thrive on the challenge of finding exceptional talent to meet the varied business needs of our clients. Whether at the upper management or C-Suite levels, matching the best person to the job is the only result we accept.
expansive network
Our broad network of contacts drives our ability to deliver quality candidates in any competitive market. It provides us access to diverse candidates that don’t come through traditional job boards.
WHAT WE LOOK FOR
- Background and Experience
- Aligned Vision for Growth
- Team Chemistry
- Culture Fit
- Key Motivators
- Values
Let’s Find Your Purple Squirrel
Is searching for exceptional candidates driving you nutty? Stop hunting, we can help. We believe in every crowd, there’s a standout—that certain person who defies odds, that rare individual who has exactly what it takes. In every crowd, there’s a Purple Squirrel. Let us help you find yours.
Let’s Connectour process
Our placement process is designed to find your “purple squirrel” by identifying top talent who seamlessly align with your organization’s unique culture and objectives. From initial candidate sourcing to final onboarding, we ensure a hands-on, streamlined approach that delivers an exceptional hire every time.
Week 1
Search Kick-Off & Client Discovery Meeting
Partner with the hiring manager and leadership team to develop a thorough Position Specification and to get a clear picture of the ideal candidate, factoring in the company culture, scope of the role, and Year 1 Objectives.
weeks 2-4
Candidate Development
Take the job to market, utilizing our expansive professional network and research tools to quickly identify a selection of quality candidates. We conduct phone screens and in-person/virtual interviews, narrowing down the possibilities to those who closely match the ideal, then we write up full Candidate Profiles to deliver to the client.
Weeks 5-6
Client Interviews
Manage the entire scheduling process to ensure a smooth and expedient process. We sit in on the first interviews to better understand the chemistry and fit.
Weeks 7+
Search Completion & Offer Stage
Work with the client to ensure a seamless hiring process by relaying consistent feedback to both sides. We conduct reference checks on the final candidate and assist with negotiation through the acceptance of an offer.
ongoing
Onboarding
Assist with the onboarding phase, making sure all concerns and expectations are met on both sides, until the new hire is acclimated.
