Executive search for multiple hires, delivered under a single project-based fee

Executive Headhunters Project is a structured executive search service designed for organisations hiring multiple roles as part of a defined project.

By working on a project-based fee rather than a traditional per-hire model, clients benefit from greater cost efficiency, budget certainty and reduced cost per hire – without compromising on quality.

What is Executive Headhunters Project?

Project is a tailored executive search solution for organisations undertaking planned or time-bound hiring programmes, such as growth initiatives, transformations, new market entry, or capability build-outs.

Instead of engaging on a role-by-role basis, Executive Headhunters partners with you to deliver several hires within a defined scope, timeframe and fee structure.

This approach combines the rigour of executive search with the efficiency of a programme-based delivery model.

When is the Project Service Right for You?

Executive Headhunters Project is ideally suited to organisations that:

• Are hiring multiple executive, senior leadership or specialist roles
• Require predictable and controlled recruitment costs
• Need consistent quality and messaging across several hires
• Are delivering a strategic initiative, programme, or transformation
• Want a lower cost per hire compared to traditional executive search fees

Why Choose a Project-Based Executive Search Model?

Reduced Cost Per Hire

By agreeing a project fee covering multiple roles, clients achieve economies of scale, significantly reducing the average cost per placement compared to percentage-based executive search.

Budget Certainty

The scope, deliverables and fee are agreed upfront, allowing for accurate budgeting and financial planning.

Consistent Quality Across All Hires

Every role is delivered using the same disciplined executive search methodology ensuring alignment, quality and consistency throughout the project.

Dedicated Search Team

Your project is managed by a dedicated consultant team acting as an extension of your organisation, focused on overall project success rather than individual placements.

How Executive Headhunters Project Works

1. Project Scoping & Role Definition

We work closely with you to define the project scope, timelines, role profiles and success criteria for each hire.

2. Search Strategy & Market Mapping

A bespoke search strategy is developed, including detailed market mapping and targeted outreach to passive, high-calibre candidates.

3. Candidate Identification & Engagement

We approach and engage talent discreetly and professionally, representing your organisation accurately and consistently.

4. Assessment & Shortlisting

Candidates are thoroughly assessed against technical, leadership and cultural criteria before being presented for interview.

5. Delivery & Project Oversight

We manage delivery across all roles, providing regular updates, interview coordination and support through offer and onboarding.

What Roles Can Be Delivered Through Project?

The Project service is suitable for a wide range of senior and specialist appointments, including:

• Executive and board-level roles
• Senior leadership teams
• Transformation and programme leadership
• Specialist or hard-to-find talent
• Confidential or sensitive appointments
• New team Recruitment
• Any combination of the above

Executive Search at Scale – Without Compromise

Executive Headhunters Project offers a smarter way to deliver executive talent when hiring at scale. You receive the same depth of search, market insight and discretion, with a commercial model aligned to multi-hire programmes.

Talk to Us About Your Project Hiring Needs

If you are planning a multi-role hiring initiative and want to reduce cost per hire while maintaining executive search standards, we’d be pleased to discuss how Project can support you.

Book a time to speak with one of our Directors about our Project Headhunting Service