frequently asked questions: candidates
what is executive search
how can I be considered for executive opportunities
I want to develop my career but I’m not sure how
what if my situation changes
tell me more about the feedback I will receive
tell me more about confidentiality at Anova
why would taking an assessment help me
what about the longer term
what if I am looking for a job
is data kept about me secure
what is executive search
Executive search, commonly known as headhunting is the process used
to look for specific management talent. It is typically used to place senior
executives but we use the same process to locate highly performing individuals
from middle management upwards.
We are not database suppliers i.e.. we do not ask for your CV/resume to put
it straight into a large impersonal database and distribute to as many companies
as possible some of whom may only have opportunities vaguely related to the
kind of position you might be interested in.
how can I be considered for executive opportunities
Just make sure you complete the registration process. You will then be contacted
by one of our consultants to discuss your career objectives and agree the
course of action that would be best suited to you - whether it is looking
at suitable opportunities now or alerting you to that specific opportunity
as and when it arises.
I want to develop my career but I’m
not sure how
We will help you develop the best way of setting your career objectives including
the best way of presenting yourself - and this will not cost you anything.
You will be assessed on your achievements to date and any need to acquire
new skills through training.
You may be on the starting rung of the career ladder, perhaps making your
name in sales as a hungry, new business devleopment executive or even an aspiring
PA or perhaps you are a CEO of a rapidly growing business ready to apply your
experience at a higher strategic level or to a new technology.
what if my situation changes
With the pace of technological change, mergers and acquisitions etc. the likelihood
of your situation changing at any one time is high. This is something we are
used to. Just ring your consultant at any time and discuss your new circumstances
and find out how we can help.
tell me more about the feedback I will receive
Once we have an accurate picture of you and the kind of opportunity you are
looking for you will be given an honest appraisal of the ease or difficulty
of achieving your aims depending on your own time horizons. Many of our candidates
use our services to keep them informed of opportunities as they arise but
do not necessarily want to move from their current positions unless the position
on offer is that quantum leap they have been looking for.
We specialise in the telecoms sector which means we understand what is happening in your market place as well as having an understanding of the technologies that can shape your future.
tell me more about confidentiality at Anova
Confidentiality and trust are the most important aspects of our work in executive
search. Many of our candidate relationships are based on the premise that
they are not looking for a job at present but would like to be made aware
of that ideal opportunity if it arises. Any breach of confidentiality could
therefore seriously undermine his/her current position. In most cases we do
not even work with CV’s or résumé's.
why would taking an assessment help me
It will give you a greater insight into the kind of person you are. It will
make you more aware of your strengths and weaknesses, your management style
and the way you interact with others. It will allow you to have some idea
of how others perceive you. Most importantly however (if you take the Profile
XT) it will also provide you with the kind of roles that you are most
suited to. For more specialised assessments, please click on sales,
customer service,
team analysis or 360
feedback.
what about the longer term
This makes no difference to us. If you are aware of the kind of opportunities
that interest you then it is your choice once they have been presented to
you whether you take them further. You will be put under no pressure to go
for interviews. You will receive the same treatment from us whether we find
you a job or not. We build up long term relationships with both candidates
and clients alike.
what if I am looking for a job
Depending on what has been agreed between you and your consultant,
we will either alert you to appropriate opportunities as they arise or actively
pursue a programme of locating a position for you.
is data kept about me secure
Yes. We have strict guidelines to adhere to with regard to our own standards
of ethics and confidentiality as well as the revised Data Protection Act which
has recently come into force. All contact regarding any assignment is always
anonymous. No identification is passed onto third parties i.e. clients and
only clients, without the candidates permission.