Leadership Appointments with Lasting Impact
At Veredus, we specialise in finding eminently appointable senior leaders who drive transformation, shape strategy, and elevate organisations. Our Executive Search and Selection services are tailored, discreet and underpinned by deep sector expertise and rigorous assessment methodologies. We work in genuine partnership with our clients, taking the time to understand your culture, challenges and future ambitions in order to identify leaders who do more than just fit the brief – they fulfil the potential of the role.
THE BENEFITS OF EXECUTIVE SEARCH
HOW EXECUTIVE SEARCH CAN BENEFIT YOUR BUSINESS
The right senior hire could be the catalyst for lasting change. Our executive search process ensures that you appoint with confidence – backed by insight, psychometric rigour and a comprehensive understanding of your sector.
We go beyond the CV to uncover candidates’ motivations, leadership style and strategic fit – helping you make appointments that lead to meaningful, long-term results. Whether you’re recruiting a CEO, board-level leader or specialist executive, we work as an extension of your team to deliver lasting value.
The proof of our success can be seen in the fact that 98% of all Veredus executive search campaigns appoint first time. Veredus has built detailed and diverse market maps across all professions, sectors and regions in the UK and overseas.
An audit of Veredus appointments conducted in at the end of 2024 concluded that 57% of all appointed candidates for the last five years came from underrepresented groups.
OUR SEARCH PROCESS
THE BRIEF
We meet with key client stakeholders to discuss the requirement and agree the recruitment strategy
SOURCING
We draw on our sector-specific networks, trusted referrals, and targeted advertising (where appropriate) to rapidly build a strong and diverse longlist of suitable candidates
LONGLIST REPORT & MEETING
We present all applicants for the role, each assessed and benchmarked against the agreed criteria
PRELIMINARY INTERVIEWS
We conduct first stage interviews to gain a deeper understanding of candidates’ experience, motivation, and leadership style
SHORTLIST REPORT & MEETING
We present a recommended shortlist, supported by detailed assessment, for consideration at the final stage
ADDITIONAL ASSESSMENT OFFER
We offer psychometric assessment to provide deeper insight into candidates’ strengths and development areas
FINAL INTERVIEWS OR FINAL PANEL
We co-ordinate final panel interviews and offer can attend in an advisory capacity to support and provide insight
DEBRIEFING
We hold a debrief to review outcomes and advise on selection decisions
FINAL SELECTION
We manage offer negotiations on clients’ behalf.
POST-PLACEMENT OFFER
We offer post-placement support such as mentoring, coaching, and team integration
Looking for your next senior leader?
Talk to us about your brief – whether it’s a critical board appointment or a transformative leadership hire, we’ll guide you through a rigorous, bespoke search process grounded in trust, and designed to deliver lasting impact.