Benchmark Search was established in 2002 to provide for the Defence and Security market. It subsequently grew and spread into other sectors, natably infrastructure services and the law.
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David Montgomery is Managing Director and was co-founder, in 2002, of Benchmark Search, and leads on all senior level searches. Prior to 2002 he was the Chief Operating Officer for Hanover Matrix Executive Search, before which he had a successful military career, joining as a young graduate from Exeter University and retiring as a Brigadier, having commanded 7th Armoured Brigade, ‘The Desert Rats’.
| Our Approach to Executive Search |
We ensure we clearly understand the client culture and job requirements before we begin, so that the project runs smoothly and efficiently from start to finish. Internally, we have a strong research function which sources candidates from across a carefully targeted list drawn up from our knowledge of the client’s market.
All our work is bespoke, undertaken on a retained basis, to allow us to work in close partnership with our clients to provide a personal, tailor-made service. Our 100% delivery record is based on a strict process-driven methodology with a predictable outcome – client satisfaction. Every assignment is headed up by a designated project director supported by consultants who will fully understand the brief.
The client will receive a shortlist within a maximum of six weeks from commencement of the assignment. During this time, we normally present a benchmark candidate (hence the origin of our name) to get a feel of the true attributes the client requires. This leads to the shortlist soon after, and a target of completion within six to eight weeks, dependent on the availability for interview of candidates and clients.
