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Confidential executive search and headhunting for senior and C-level roles
Executive recruitment is a specialist direct-hire service for senior and C-level positions where leadership quality has a direct impact on organizational performance. At Undutchables, executive roles are typically defined as positions with a full-time gross annual salary of €80,000 or higher, including holiday allowance.
As an executive recruitment agency in the Netherlands, Undutchables delivers a specialized, high-touch executive recruitment service focused on international, multilingual leadership profiles. We support organizations with targeted executive search, confidential headhunting, and bespoke assessment, acting as a long-term executive search partner rather than a transactional supplier. Many clients engage us as an ongoing executive search partner for leadership hiring, succession planning, and market insight.
Our approach is consultative, discreet, and tailored to your organization, sector, and international ambitions.
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What Is Executive Recruitment?
Executive recruitment is a specialized form of recruitment focused on identifying, assessing, and securing senior leaders and C-level executives. Unlike standard recruitment, executive search requires a targeted, research-driven approach to reach highly qualified leaders who are often not actively seeking new roles.
Undutchables manages the full executive recruitment process on your behalf, from market mapping and headhunting to in-depth assessment and offer negotiation. This service is designed for organizations that require leadership talent with proven impact, strategic vision, and international capability.
Who Is Executive Recruitment For?
Executive recruitment is suited to organisations seeking:
- Senior management or C-level hires
- Strategic leaders for growing or international operations
- Executives whose decisions materially affect business outcomes
- A confidential and consultative executive search process
- Bespoke assessment, targeted headhunting and market intelligence
We work with organizations that value discretion, quality, and long-term fit over volume and speed.
How Our Executive Recruitment Process Works
Our executive search process follows six carefully structured stages to ensure quality, confidentiality and alignment.
1. Discovery And Executive Brief
We begin with an on-site or virtual briefing to gain a deep understanding of:
- Business context and long-term vision
- Role responsibilities and leadership expectations
- Organizational culture and team dynamics
- Success criteria and executive profile
- International, relocation, or legal considerations
This phase defines the strategic foundation of the search.
2. Search Strategy And Sourcing
Each executive search combines multiple sourcing techniques, including:
- Targeted headhunting and senior-level networking
- Market mapping to identify passive and competitor talent
- Direct outreach and selective visibility where appropriate
The sourcing strategy is tailored to the role, sector, and geography, with a strong focus on international and multilingual leadership profiles.
3. Assessment And Vetting
Executive candidates are assessed in depth and may undergo:
- In-depth interviews focused on leadership style, experience, and cultural fit
- Structured competency-based interviews
- Language assessment, both written and spoken
- Psychometric or leadership assessments upon request
- International reference checks and career validation
Candidates are presented with a detailed written profile alongside their CV, providing clear and contextualized insight.
4. Presentation And Interviews
We present a carefully curated shortlist of executive candidates and coordinate:
- Interview scheduling and logistics
- Briefing materials for interview panels
- Candidate preparation and expectation management
Undutchables acts as an intermediary to protect confidentiality and maintain momentum.
5. Offer, Negotiation And Onboarding
Once a preferred candidate is selected, we support:
- Offer preparation and communication
- Negotiation of terms when required
- Coordination of contractual and pre-start requirements
For international executive hires, we advise on relocation, knowledge migrant procedures, and visa sponsorship feasibility.
6. Follow-Up And Quality Assurance
After placement, we remain involved to support a successful transition and long-term alignment. Where agreed, structured follow-ups are conducted to ensure expectations are met on both sides.
What You Receive From Undutchables
- A tailored executive search strategy and market overview
- A shortlist of thoroughly vetted executive candidates
- Interview coordination and candidate briefing
- Offer and onboarding support
Audit-ready documentation of the recruitment process
Commercial Terms (Indicative)
Executive recruitment typically includes:
- A fee based on a percentage of the full-time gross annual salary
- A salary threshold of €80,000 or higher
- A retainer or hybrid structure, depending on the engagement
- A limited guarantee, agreed per assignment
All commercial terms are confirmed in a fee letter prior to the start of the search.
International Executive Recruitment And Relocation
International executive recruitment is a core part of Undutchables’ executive offering. We support clients with:
- International sourcing and assessment
- Knowledge migrant and visa procedures
- Cross-border compensation considerations
International reference checks and cultural fit evaluation
Why Clients Choose Undutchables For Executive Recruitment
Clients partner with Undutchables because we offer:
- A strong international and multilingual executive network
- A high-touch, relationship-driven executive search approach
- Bespoke assessment and quality assurance for senior roles
Flexibility across direct hire and international recruitment models
Next Steps
Share your executive role profile, preferred timeline, and specific requirements. We will prepare a tailored executive search plan and fee letter. Once agreed, we begin the market approach, headhunting, and assessment phase.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Executive Recruitment
What qualifies as an executive-level position?
An executive-level position typically involves senior leadership responsibility with strategic decision-making authority. At Undutchables, executive roles usually have a full-time gross annual salary of €80,000 or higher and include C-level, director, and senior management positions.
What is the difference between executive search and executive recruitment?
Executive search is a targeted, headhunting-driven approach focused on passive senior talent. Executive recruitment combines this approach with structured assessment, market mapping, and full process support. At Undutchables, executive recruitment always includes executive search techniques.
How long does an executive recruitment process usually take?
Timelines vary by role, market, and seniority, but most executive searches take several weeks from briefing to shortlist. International or highly specialized roles may require additional time.
Do you support international executive hires and relocation?
Yes. Undutchables has extensive experience with international executive recruitment, including relocation support, knowledge migrant procedures, visa sponsorship feasibility, and cross-border reference checks.
Is executive recruitment confidential?
Absolutely. Executive searches are handled with strict confidentiality for both clients and candidates. We manage communication, outreach and interviews discreetly to protect all parties involved.
