Executive Search & Consultancy
Services
Our Portfolio of Services
At Freshfield, we offer a suite of six services, each carefully designed to manage sensitive, high-stakes operations that transcend traditional recruitment. Think of us as the elite task force for executive transitions and strategic talent moves, operating behind the scenes with a singular goal: securing your victory.
Our Services
1. Corporate Ninja
It’s Not Just About Hiring—It’s About Winning
When your company wants to secure top talent from competitors, openly approaching those candidates can send shockwaves through the industry, escalating into a competitive feud or embarrassing confrontations.
Our Corporate Ninja Search service acts as a covert operator, securing the right leaders without your company showing its hand.
Imagine bringing in battle-tested sector experts who don't just fill roles—but elevate your business, destabilize your rivals, and position you for victory in the marketplace.
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Strategic Edge: Our intelligent, surgical approach ensures you outmaneuver the competition quietly, giving you the upper hand without sparking a public talent war.
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Stealth Advantage: We handle the outreach discreetly, avoiding public confrontations or retaliatory actions, preserving your company’s reputation.
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Immediate Impact: These key hires come ready to contribute from day one, driving innovation and accelerating your company’s success.
2. Stealth Mode
Silent Transition For Discrete Leadership Changes
Replacing an executive while they’re still in position demands seamless precision and strategic foresight. Our Stealth Mode service is expertly crafted for those delicate moments when a leadership change must be managed under the radar, ensuring stability within your organization.
Imagine having the confidence that your leadership transition will unfold smoothly and confidentially, preserving your company’s reputation while keeping internal and external operations steady. We work closely with you to identify the perfect replacement, executing a transition that leaves no ripple in your operations.
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Business Continuity: Our meticulous process guarantees uninterrupted operations while we secure the right leader, allowing your team to focus on what matters most—delivering results.
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Confidential and Controlled: We prioritize your privacy, ensuring leadership changes remain discreet. This protects your company’s reputation and fosters an environment of trust and stability
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Strategic Advantage: Taking the time to find the perfect fit is essential. Instead of rushing the process when letting an executive go without a replacement, we empower you to build a leadership team poised for long-term success.
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Leverage for Performance Plans: If an executive is on a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP), initiating a discreet search for potential replacements offers you critical leverage. You maintain control over the situation, ensuring a smooth transition if improvement goals aren't met—without the pressure of hasty decisions.
3. Plan B
People M&A - A Bold Alternative to Traditional Mergers & Acquisitions
Why navigate the complexities and risks of a full merger or acquisition when you can gain the same strategic edge by acquiring the leadership behind your competitor’s success?
Our Plan B service focuses on securing your competitor’s CEO, founder, or critical team, giving you control over the talent driving their business. It serves as a powerful alternative if traditional M&A doesn’t pan out.
This is the ultimate stealth move—gaining key individuals without the costs and risks associated with traditional M&A.
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Faster Execution: Achieve strategic gains without the drawn-out process of a traditional M&A deal.
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Lower Risk: Acquire the leadership or talent you need without the financial and operational exposure of a full merger.
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High-Impact Results: Bring in the key players behind your competitor’s success, equipped with insights and skills to drive your organization forward.
4. The Masked Search
Laser-Focused Targeting, Disguised as a Broader Search
Sometimes, even when you've already identified the ideal candidate, directly approaching a key individual from a competitor, partner or client can be risky, potentially raising ethical concerns or causing embarrassment.
The Masked Search service delicately navigates these waters by positioning the opportunity as part of a broader recruitment initiative. Although the individual is the sole target, we subtly frame the outreach to give the impression they are part of a larger candidate pool.
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Ethical Diligence: Our neutral, third-party approach ensures that you can pursue key talent without jeopardizing your company’s reputation or facing scrutiny. We safeguard your interests while respecting industry relationships.
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Minimize Rejection Risk: If the candidate declines, it’s on us—not your company – allowing you to maintain a professional facade
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Cost-Effective Solution: With no need for a full-scale search, this service is offered at a reduced rate, ensuring a streamlined and economical recruitment process.
5. Return of the Jedi
The Comeback Kid: Bringing Back Game-Changing Talent
In the ever-evolving landscape of talent acquisition, sometimes the most strategic move is not finding new faces but reigniting the brilliance of those who have already been part of your journey. Our Return of the Jedi service is dedicated to strategically rehiring former top performers who have left your organization.
These returning professionals bring fresh insights and a deep understanding of your company’s culture, delivering immediate impact.
While this service stands on its own, it can also seamlessly integrate with our other specialized offerings, enriching your talent pool with candidates you might not have initially considered.
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Quick Integration: Former employees are primed for a faster re-entry, swiftly adding value and minimizing disruption in your teams. Their familiarity with your systems and culture means they can hit the ground running.
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Strategic Retargeting: Together we identify and engage key talent who departed on good terms, positioning them for re-entry at a higher level or in more strategic roles that leverage their growth since they left.
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Accelerated Growth: These returning stars combine their newfound experiences with their intimate knowledge of your organization, driving growth and propelling your business forward.
6. The Gold Standard
The Premier Executive Search Service Experience
At Freshfield, we excel in tactical talent moves, but our Gold Standard service stands as the foundation of our offerings—a premier executive search tailored for organizations seeking to fill leadership roles with precision. Whether you need a C-level executive, board member, or pivotal department head, we harness our extensive market insights and robust network to find the ideal match for your organization.
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Customized Search: We invest the time to fully understand your company's unique needs, culture, and long-term objectives. This approach ensures we identify leaders who not only fit seamlessly into your organization but also possess the potential to thrive in their roles, no matter their industry background.
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Efficient Process: With years of experience and proven methodologies, we streamline the recruitment process, delivering exceptional candidates quickly and efficiently without sacrificing quality.
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Diverse Talent Pool: From emerging leaders to seasoned executives, we connect you with top-tier individuals across various industries, each equipped with the skills and vision necessary to propel your organization forward.
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Confidentiality & Professionalism: Regardless of the nature of the search, we uphold the highest standards of discretion and professionalism, protecting your brand and reputation every step of the way.
ADDRESS
Sterrebeeksesteenweg 137
3078 Kortenberg
Belgium
PHONE
+32 474.36.14.36