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IS CONSULTING FOR YOU?
Why do candidates choose project engagements?
Each individual has unique decision drivers to why project based assignments make sense for them. Below is a survey of the top reasons why candidates chose to be represented for project assignments:
| Skill set enhancement |
19% |
| Industry diversification |
7% |
| Opportunity / challenge |
18% |
| Flexibility with schedule |
21% |
| Financial incentives |
12% |
| Contract to hire option |
18% |
| Less bureaucracy / politics |
5% |
What types of client companies does Exiance work with?
Exiance supplies management and executive talent to a wide range of middle market organizations that exhibit the following characteristics:
- Experiencing dynamic growth whereby growth has eclipsed infrastructure requirements
- Contemplating a liquidity event and need assistance determining the most beneficial structure
- Examining ways to build greater asset value into their business
- Experiencing turnover or retention issues in pivotal roles
- Planning a merger, acquisition or divestiture
- Expanding sales distribution channels or bringing new products to market
- Require a seasoned executive to coach or mentor a key manager / executive
- Need specialized expertise to stabilize operations while the client searches for the right permanent candidate
Across which functional areas does Exiance place executives?
Exiance places highly qualified, hands-on executives across the following functional areas:
- Chief Executives
- Finance and Accounting
- Marketing and Sales
- Operations and General Management
Do these contract based engagements turn into permanent jobs?
Approximately 60% of our engagements are for project specific initiatives that have defined scopes and time parameters. On average, 20% of our engagements yield a permanent offer. Another 20% of the engagements begin as a "contract to hire" arrangement whereby the candidate and client wish to "dance" for an initial period to make sure there is a suitable fit.
What is the average length of a Project Executive engagement?
The average project engagement lasts between three and four months. However, engagements have lasted as short as two weeks or as long as 18 months.
What is the typical profile of the Project Executive Exiance supplies?
Roughly 25% of our project engagements require executives at a chief officer level of experience. The balance of executives is primarily at the vice president/director level of compensation. The majority of our executives have earned an average annual compensation of $100,000 or greater.
From where does Exiance source executives?
Exiance identifies executives from a variety of sources including our extensive database, various strategic partnerships within the investment banking, public accounting, private equity, commercial banking and venture capital markets, career transition firms, functional and/or industry associations, very selective Internet partnerships and a comprehensive active recruitment process. Many of our candidates come from referrals from our best people who give us access to many passive candidates.
How can I be considered for a project engagement?
You may apply online through our website or contact our nearest office at (877) EXIANCE. Once we have received your information, we can begin the process of evaluating your background, core competencies and personal objectives.
Is there a fee charged to the candidates?
There are no fees to our candidates. Our assessment, coaching and proactive representation are part of our comprehensive process. The fees for our services are paid by our client companies.
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