FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How long has your firm been in the recruiting
business and what is your marketplace?
The firm has been recruiting legal professionals and executives since 1988. Our clients include many of the Fortune 500, successful mid-size companies and financial institutions. Most of our clients come to our firm on an exclusive basis for In-house Counsel, Managing Counsel, General Counsel, Executive and Board of Directors.
Who pays the fees for placement
of professionals?
BarkerGilmore has signed contracts with each of the clients the firm recruits for and these clients pay the fees for our services.
Does the firm conduct contingency
and retained search?
Yes, the firm conducts both contingency and retained search. Most management and high level executive search is conducted on a retained basis.
I am not actively searching for a new position.
Does it make sense to have a resume on file
with your firm?
Most of the talent we represent are not actively searching for a new position, but are interested in being informed of unique opportunities that offer career growth or a new work environment. While having a resume on file is valuable to allow you the right of first refusal on attractive opportunities, it is equally important that our team fully understands your personal and professional objectives, skills and motives. This understanding ensures that you will not miss out on any opportunities.
My skills are in high demand.
Does it make sense to use a recruiting firm
to identify a new opportunity for me?
This is a question that we often hear. First and foremost, a major advantage of working through our firm is that you get to take advantage of our established relationships with key individuals in the marketplace. This affords you the luxury of having your resume directed to key decision makers. Additionally, being represented by our firm provides you with access to professional coaching throughout the entire process. We guide you every step of the way including the identification of all of the opportunities in the marketplace that meet your objectives, resume writing, interview preparation and offer negotiation. While you may make only a few career changes in your lifetime, we do this everyday.
I do not want my present employer
finding out that I am considering potential
new opportunities. How can I be sure that
my search will remain confidential?
Confidentiality is the benchmark of our business. Your name and resume will not be shared with a potential client until you give your express consent.
business and what is your marketplace?
The firm has been recruiting legal professionals and executives since 1988. Our clients include many of the Fortune 500, successful mid-size companies and financial institutions. Most of our clients come to our firm on an exclusive basis for In-house Counsel, Managing Counsel, General Counsel, Executive and Board of Directors.
Who pays the fees for placement
of professionals?
BarkerGilmore has signed contracts with each of the clients the firm recruits for and these clients pay the fees for our services.
Does the firm conduct contingency
and retained search?
Yes, the firm conducts both contingency and retained search. Most management and high level executive search is conducted on a retained basis.
I am not actively searching for a new position.
Does it make sense to have a resume on file
with your firm?
Most of the talent we represent are not actively searching for a new position, but are interested in being informed of unique opportunities that offer career growth or a new work environment. While having a resume on file is valuable to allow you the right of first refusal on attractive opportunities, it is equally important that our team fully understands your personal and professional objectives, skills and motives. This understanding ensures that you will not miss out on any opportunities.
My skills are in high demand.
Does it make sense to use a recruiting firm
to identify a new opportunity for me?
This is a question that we often hear. First and foremost, a major advantage of working through our firm is that you get to take advantage of our established relationships with key individuals in the marketplace. This affords you the luxury of having your resume directed to key decision makers. Additionally, being represented by our firm provides you with access to professional coaching throughout the entire process. We guide you every step of the way including the identification of all of the opportunities in the marketplace that meet your objectives, resume writing, interview preparation and offer negotiation. While you may make only a few career changes in your lifetime, we do this everyday.
I do not want my present employer
finding out that I am considering potential
new opportunities. How can I be sure that
my search will remain confidential?
Confidentiality is the benchmark of our business. Your name and resume will not be shared with a potential client until you give your express consent.
