Method

The Tower Method

1

Kick-off Meeting

  • 1.1

    Develop a deep appreciation of your business, the culture, the technical aspects of the position, operating structure and the competitive market environment. Face-to-face on-site meetings are highly recommended.

  • 1.2

    Understand the role and responsibilities of the job, performance objectives, and the keys to short and long term success. Compensation, benefit and pay scale information is also required.

  • 1.3

    Gain an appreciation of the job's geographic location.

  • 1.4

    Identify potential talent pools and/or political no-go areas.

2

Search Strategy

  • 2.1

    Internal meetings are held to develop the search strategy and the approach to the search.

  • 2.2

    Preparation of the job specification to be a clear, concise and compelling marketing document combining thoughtfully crafted text supplemented by artful visuals.

  • 2.3

    By mutual agreement, a video synopsis is prepared for smartphone viewing by potential candidates.

3

Candidate Research and Sourcing

  • 3.1

    An ideal candidate profile is created from data collected.

  • 3.2

    A talent pool is identified as follows:

    • Search of our internal data base.
    • Investigative sourcing of external databases.
    • Direct contact with respected experts in the appropriate discipline.
    • Cold calling targeted individuals particularly in specific geographical locations and industries.
    • Releasing mass emails.
    • Attending appropriate conferences.

4

Identifying Qualified Candidates to the Client

  • 4.1

    The initial talent pool is qualified as follows:

    • A comprehensive phone interview.
    • A video/face-to-face interview.
    • Research of information available in the public domain.

5

Candidate Selection

  • 5.1

    Client/candidate interviews are arranged and coordinated by Tower. Arrangements can include phone, teleconference, in person/on-site interviews as well as transportation and lodging as required.

  • 5.2

    Follow up debriefs are held with all parties.

6

Candidate Verification

  • 6.1

    The finalist's educational credentials are verified and multiple professional references are performed with the candidate's permission. These are submitted to the client in writing prior to the consideration of making an offer.

7

Offer

  • 7.1

    We provide coordination of all aspects of this process, including guidance on competitive compensation and benefit package details as necessary, assuring you, to the best of our ability, that the actual offer will be accepted.

8

Placement and Follow-up

  • 8.1

    We assist the candidate in the successful termination of his/her current position and provide spousal and family support if necessary.

  • 8.2

    After placement, we follow up with the candidate and his/her manager on a regular basis to ensure smooth integration and productive performance.

Testimonials

  • “I couldn’t be happier with our new VP Total Rewards.  He is a perfect (and I don’t say that lightly) fit for OSI.  He is smart, productive and people love working with him.
    I just met our Compensation Manager about a week ago, and I am equally excited about him.  Seems like another very good hire. Thanks for all you did to help me build the foundations of a world-class compensation team…and thanks for checking in to make sure all is well.  It is much appreciated.”

    • Dave Pace
    • President & CEO, Jamba Juice
    • Formerly EVP, Chief Resource Officer, Bloomin’ Brands Inc.

  • “The search was done timely and professionally — the communication was excellent.  I would recommend Tower because for them it is all about the people, which is the number one investment.”

    • Ronald J. Weaver
    • President
    • Avstar Fuel Systems

  • “Chris Rose was very helpful all throughout the process and her input helped me overcome obstacles in my path.  I really enjoyed interacting with her.  I would work with her any day and hopefully will again.”

    • Aroni Banerjee
    • Director, Compensation, Zynga
    • Formerly Global Compensation & Benefits Leader, Intel Corporation

  • “Having relocated East in support of a career advancement opportunity for my spouse, I found myself in the job seeker's market. A colleague introduced me to Tower consultants, a group working to identify candidates for an opportunity in my new city.  My experience working with the Tower Consultants team was extraordinary. The knowledgeable boutique HR firm is top notch.  As a candidate I was treated with the utmost courtesy and professionalism throughout the entire selection process, they even worked with me to insure I was thoroughly prepared for the interview day and knew what to expect. As an experienced Human Resources professional, should I again be in the market or be looking to fill an HR role on my own team I wouldn't think twice about engaging Tower Consultants. Thank you for the excellent experience, I recommend Tower Consultants to both companies and candidates and hope to work with them again in the future.”

    • Marybeth Gallagher
    • HR Leader, Flatiron Construction

  • “It was a very professional search very much tailored around the needs of the client (me).  I was pleased with the way time zones were managed and I never felt out of the loop.  The quality of candidates was excellent as was the understanding of our needs. I would use you again because of your professionalism, reach and the quality of your
    consultants.  I would recommend you because you get results.”

    • Stuart Boyne
    • Formerly SVP, Head of Global HR Shared Services, Endurance Services Ltd.

  • “Excellent!  Tower presented a good slate of high quality candidates in a timely manner.  Excellent communications along the way and expert help in closing the deal.  I will definitely use Tower again.  Chris does great work, is very trustworthy, and is a great partner.”

    • Kurt Elia
    • Formerly EVP, Global HR Officer, Endurance Services Ltd.

  • “Chris has always demonstrated outstanding customer service to me in both a client and a candidate capacity.  Her sense of urgency and flexibility to the ever changing job specs was extraordinary.”

    • Corey Heller
    • EVP, Business Development & Chief Administrative Officer, UA Brands
    • Formerly CHRO, Intermountain Healthcare

  • “Many thanks to you, Claudia, and the Tower team for your persistence to keep looking, and for ultimately providing a strong slate of candidates and a great hire!”

    • Barbara Vietor
    • Vice President, Global Total Rewards
    • Integra LifeSciences

  • “Amtrak faced unique circumstances that other highly regarded executive search recruiters and companies believed were challenges they could not meet. Not Chris Rose and not Tower Consultants. Chris attacked our needs by thoroughly understanding our strategy, national mission, business values, and fit criteria. Plus, she is just fun to work with. She successfully placed two senior Human Capital leaders that are making an immediate difference to our bottom line and our people. Market feedback was that Chris proved a great ambassador for our company as well and she kept me informed every step of the way.”

    • Barry Melnkovic
    • SVP & CHRO, United States Steel Corporation
    • Formerly EVP & Chief Human Capital Officer, Amtrak