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The best leaders are rarely searching job boards. We identify, map and discreetly engage high performing individuals who are already succeeding within their current organisations. Through long standing industry relationships and a proactive executive search approach, we connect our clients with talent they simply wouldn't reach through traditional recruitment methods.

How long does a typical executive search take?

Whilst every assignment is different, our average executive search is completed within approximately six weeks. That said, our priority has always been delivering the right appointment rather than simply the quickest one. We take the time to identify, assess and secure the individual who best matches your business, leadership team and long-term objectives, helping clients get it right first time.

Do you guarantee your executive search appointments?

Yes. Every retained executive search assignment includes a replacement guarantee for added reassurance. Our approach is centred on identifying the right person from the outset, rather than relying on guarantees after the event. Over the past five years, we have achieved a 100% retention rate across our retained executive search placements. Full guarantee terms are available on request.

How do you evaluate candidates beyond their CV and interview performance?

As a qualified BPS Psychometric Assessor, Yvonne can personally administer and interpret psychometric & skills assessments where appropriate. These provide additional insight into an individual's behavioural preferences, motivations, leadership style and potential, helping clients make more informed hiring decisions.

As every assignment is unique, we can also utilise a range of assessment tools tailored to the role, providing a deeper understanding of capability and cultural alignment.

What industries and leadership roles do you specialise in?

Cloud 9 specialises in executive and leadership appointments across the Packaging & Containers sector, while also supporting selected clients within associated manufacturing industries. Typical assignments include C-suite appointments, Managing Directors, Commercial Directors, Sales Directors, Operations Directors, Plant Directors, General Managers and other senior leadership positions where specialist market knowledge and a discreet executive search approach are essential.

Why should we choose Cloud 9 over a traditional recruitment agency?

Cloud 9 specialises exclusively in executive search rather than traditional recruitment. Every assignment is approached through detailed market mapping, discreet headhunting and thorough candidate assessment, ensuring clients are introduced to leaders with the experience, capability and cultural fit to make a lasting impact. The individuals we engage are typically established, high-performing professionals who are already successful within their current organisations and are unlikely to be found through job boards or traditional recruitment methods. Backed by 19 years of specialist industry experience and an extensive network, every search receives the attention, discretion and commitment it deserves.

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