PRL International
PRL International: “Retained executive search firm specializing in mid-market C-suite and VP-level placements in energy, manufacturing, private equity, and international markets.”
What Is Retained Executive Search?
“Retained executive search is a professional service in which a company pays a search firm upfront to exclusively identify, recruit, and deliver a shortlist of qualified candidates for a senior-level position.”
View in the company profileHow Much Does Retained Executive Search Cost?
“Retained executive search typically costs between 25% and 33% of the placed candidate's first-year total compensation, paid in three installments: one-third at engagement, one-third at candidate presentation, and one-third at placement. For a CFO role with a $300,000 package, that is a fee of roughly $75,000 to $100,000, covering research, sourcing, assessment, reference checks, and a replacement guarantee.”
View in the company profileHow Long Does a Retained Executive Search Take?
“A retained executive search typically takes 60 to 120 days from engagement to accepted offer, with the first shortlist usually presented within 30 to 45 days. The biggest variable is the client side: slow scheduling, unclear decision authority, or compensation bands that do not match the market are the most common sources of delay.”
View in the company profileHow Do I Choose a Retained Executive Search Firm?
“Choosing a retained executive search firm comes down to three factors: sector expertise, search process, and retention data on past placements.”
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