Our Process

Understanding your company culture is our first step.

Proven Steps Lead to Lasting Placement

At Inkinen, our process starts with listening. We want to know about your vision, strategic goals, and unique corporate culture — this is paramount to making a lasting placement. Once we’ve gained a complete understanding of your company’s culture, we get to work! We have two offerings for our clients:

RETAINED SEARCH

Our Retained Research is an exclusive arrangement in which Inkinen manages the search process from beginning to end. Learn more about our Retained Search agreement below.

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UNDERSTAND YOUR BUSINESS & NEEDS

  • Mission | Vision | Values | Goals | Culture
  • Internal & external stakeholder discovery
  • Strategic direction

ATTRACT TOP LEADERSHIP TALENT

  • Customized marketing material
  • Online and offline research
  • Referral-based outreach through extensive proprietary network

MANAGE CANDIDATE PIPELINE

  • Point of contact for resume submissions and inquiries
  • Candidate coordination and communication
  • Identify qualified candidates

PRESENT HIGHEST QUALITY CANDIDATES

  • Thorough candidate assessment for ideal talent pool
  • Simplified & comprehensive candidate presentation
  • Expert interview guidance & preparation based on your needs

EVALUATION & SELECTION

  • Schedule & coordinate interviews
  • Guide stakeholders through evaluation and finalist selection process
  • Conduct thorough reference checks
  • Present and negotiate offer

CONTINGENT SEARCH

An arrangement in which Inkinen supports the client’s search process by providing qualified candidates. Learn more about our Contingent Search agreement below.

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DISCOVERY

  • Mission | Vision | Values | Goals | Culture
  • Strategic direction


SOURCING

  • Online and offline research
  • Referral-based outreach through extensive proprietary network


QUALIFICATION

  • Thorough candidate assessment for ideal talent pool
  • Expert interview guidance & preparation based on your needs


COMPLETION

  • Guide hiring contact through finalist selection process
  • Present offer and support negotiations

Our team assists with all aspects of the recruitment process and is committed to strict confidentiality for both clients and candidates.