Request Talent

Brief us once. Meet people worth meeting.

Tell us what you need, whenever it suits you; midnight briefs are welcome. We will respond within one working day to confirm your requirements, then deliver a personally vouched, skills-verified shortlist within ten working days, at a transparent flat fee agreed upfront.

Request Talent — Brief

About you


The need


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What comes back

ROLE SUITABILITY REPORT
What the role must achieveVerified evidence it will be
Includes the trade-off: where the fit is 8.5 out of 10, we show you the 1.5 and why it may or may not matter.

One per recommended candidate, delivered with your shortlist.

What happens next

1Within one working day: We confirm your brief and quote the flat fee through whichever channel suits you. From that point, one dedicated consultant carries your brief through to placement.
2The search and verification: We search the Elite Talent Vault and wider trusted network against your requirements. Shortlisted candidates then complete level-appropriate skills assessments.
3Within ten working days: You receive a personally vouched, skills-verified shortlist, with a Role Suitability Report for each candidate.
4The placement: We manage confidential introductions through to offer, backed by a replacement guarantee.

What you can expect

A transparent flat fee, quoted and agreed before the search begins, never a percentage of the candidate’s package
Carefully selected candidates who meet our top 5–10% vetting standard and are personally vouched for
Capability validated through role-appropriate assessments, not simply claimed on a CV
Consent-led introductions, with every candidate you meet having already expressed genuine interest in the opportunity
Complete discretion and confidentiality for both employer and candidate
A candid answer if we are not confident that we can serve your brief exceptionally well

Never start from zero

Talent Partner members receive priority access, included introductions and preferential rates, supported by a talent house that already understands their business, leadership context and hiring priorities.

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