The "courtship"
phase between a candidate and search firm is
fraught with subtleties. At Mandrake we believe
that there is inherent power and meaning in a
solid candidate-consultant relationship. We may
hold the key that unlocks fascinating doors along
your career path; and you, in turn, may be
Mandrake's future corporate partner. This
reciprocity means that we must be prepared and
fully informed about the search process.
Whether you have initiated the first move
towards Mandrake, or have received a call from one
of our consultants, you can depend on our
professionalism. We present only serious and
relevant opportunities and abide by strict ethical
and confidentiality guidelines.
A candidate and search consultant will exchange
preliminary questions and answers en route to
their first face-to-face meeting in an attempt to
ascertain if a match is indeed worth pursuing. As
we enter together into the interview process and
introduce the employer into the mix, we each have
serious roles to fulfill. Your first action in
response to an appropriate career opportunity is
to forward a copy your updated résumé to the
consultant.
We expect that you will review your career
history for relevance and develop a dedicated
career plan. We expect you to present yourself in
a positive, enthusiastic manner, to return calls
promptly and to be flexible when scheduling
interviews. We ask you to be open about your
concerns, personal interests, opinions and
information and to keep us informed about your job
search.
We, in turn, take our responsibilities
seriously. We assist you in defining your career
goals and pursue only appropriate opportunities.
We direct you on the best strategies to present
your skills. We respect your work schedule and do
our best to accommodate the demand of your present
position. We safeguard confidentiality and provide
guidance throughout the search process from
preliminary industry research through negotiation
and follow-up. With 30 years experience in
executive search and placement, we provide
invaluable, comprehensive coaching services to
help you present your skills and qualifications
favourably and with optimal results. 
