Headhunters in Singapore
In Singapore's dynamic landscape, headhunters play a crucial role. These professionals streamline recruitment, acting as vital intermediaries between employers and top-tier candidates. This collaboration boosts businesses' competitiveness, and fosters growth within Singapore's job market.
Annexion aspires to be a premier Built Environment global headhunting consultancy and plays a key role in connecting all stakeholders in the Built Environment sector. With an international focus in Property and Real Estate, Construction and Engineering, and Architecture and Hospitality; Annexion seeks to make an impact in the industry through connecting every stakeholder, one at a time. We power possibilities for our clients by bringing in exceptional talents to turbocharge your business. We value add to our clients by connecting players across all parts of the Built Environment, enabling our stakeholders to dream bigger and grown together. We power possibilities for our candidates in creating unique opportunities to elevate their careers to the next level To achieve our aspiration, we hold ourselves to the highest standards to: 100% Commitment: Focus on our clients and candidates and all else will follow. Teamwork: We work collaboratively, across boundaries, to meet the needs of our stakeholders and to help our Company win. Respect: We value each other, encourage personal development and reward performance. Accountability: We are personally accountable for delivering on our commitments. Humility: We are always open to learning and constructive feedback to be the best versions of ourselves. Annexion. Powering Possibilities.
Our journey at IT Works began in 1995 as an executive search firm for the Information Technology industry. Since then, we have developed as a leader providing human resource services for organisations faced with the challenges of a global workforce. Today, our focus spans across the following industries: banking and financial, healthcare, hospitality, information technology, and manufacturing. At IT Works, we aim to be your trusted partner in sourcing for talent. Our Corporate Clients can look forward to a comprehensive suite of recruitment tools and services from IT Works to better support their hiring managers. We help you quicken your hiring process. We provide skills assessment tests and aptitude assessment tools with virtual interviews to speed up the interview process. Your Human Resource professionals can now focus on more strategic issues of the company relating to staff development, retention, and growth. We also provide a range of headhunting services to reach out to candidates that are not actively looking for a career change. For Job Seekers, you can expect absolute confidentiality and career guidance when dealing with our consultants. We cater for new graduates, experienced professionals and all job seekers who have passion, the right skills and attitude to enter the market place. Exhibiting the highest level of professionalism, we are able to guide and advise you on your career choice and preferred organisations to work for.
Talentsis means “Talent in Action” – sis is a suffix in Greek-derived noun denoting action. Talentsis Pte Ltd is incorporated on 1 October 2020 in Singapore as a new-age talent acquisition and staffing service company. The company aims to be a one-stop service to provide a full spectrum of HR related services, including but not limited to the following: - Recruitment and Talent Acquisition - Executive Search - Headhunting - Contract & Flexible Staffing - Manpower Outsourcing - Reskilling & Upskilling - HR Consultancy & Advisory Service Our Founder Talentsis is founded by Ms Shirley Koh. She has substantial experience and strong track record in the areas of talent acquisition, talent management and flexible staffing services covering industry sectors such as ICT, technology, banking & finance, telecommunications, healthcare and government. Shirley has started up Talentsis to bridge the talent gap between companies and job seekers. She has the intimate knowledge and the know-how to help organizations find the best talents, and to help the individual talents find their dream jobs. Armed with a Bachelor of Science degree and having completed an Executive HR programme at Harvard Business School, USA in 2019, Shirley has decided to pursue her dreams by starting up Talentsis Pte Ltd. She hopes to make a difference in people’s lives and stamp her mark in the HR and Staffing landscape.
Established in 2002, Definitive Consulting operates from offices in London, Dubai, Hong Kong, Singapore, Sydney and Perth, and with strategic partners in key markets such as Frankfurt and New York. We are a leading global executive search specialist and trusted partner to professional services firms worldwide. Our specialist practice groups work closely with a select group of leading firms in the Advisory, Assurance, Consulting, Legal and Taxation sectors. Our client-led consultancy is always driven by a simple aim: To deliver competitive advantage through exclusive access to outstanding talent. Everything we do – from the people we hire and the clients we choose to work with, to our approach to consultancy – is designed to ensure we consistently deliver. All our consultants are niche market specialists. They play key roles in helping our clients to identify and execute the hires upon which their growth strategies depend – whether that means securing outstanding talent at Partner and Director level, team moves or carrying out market due diligence on their behalf. We believe in building long-standing relationships, and take pride in acting as strategic advisors to a select group of clients and candidates. Our selective approach ensures we are always able to deliver when it comes to identifying and securing the very best talent on an exclusive basis – Definitive Consulting candidates are simply not available anywhere else. Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/definitive_exec Privacy and Data Protection We take your privacy very seriously. As a result, we are committed to collecting, storing, processing and using your personal data responsibly – and to protecting your privacy. Please find the link to our Privacy Policy here: https://definitive-consulting.com/privacy-ethics/
Since 2013, Infogain has been using multiple proven recruitment channels and industry driven campaigns to provide candidates for permanent, contractual, and temp-to-hire positions for IT clients throughout the country. Infogain provides a robust suite of Recruitment, Executive Search and Interim IT Professional placement services. Infogain understands that both clients and candidates need more than a “job broker”. They both need an organization that focuses on gaining an understanding of the client’s needs and the candidate’s career goals so as to achieve the “right hire” rather than just the “fast placement”. Infogain’s career professionals understand the value of creating and maintaining long term relationships with organizations and experienced and committed professionals. Infogain offers four distinct and successful recruitment service options to fill your needs: Infogain Case Management Infogain Executive Recruitment Services Infogain Consulting Services Infogain Interim IT Professionals (IITP) Services Infogain Onsite
CSA (Continental Search Alliance) is an international network of professional recruitment firms in Europe and Asia. We are owner-lead companies with Senior Consultants serving our clients recruitment needs around the world. CSA consists of over 50 search professionals in 12 local offices across Europe and Asia providing world-class executive search and human capital services. We specialize in talent-led digital transformation in Technology across multiple industries such as Retail, Consultancy, Luxury and Finance.
We are the future of HR. Everything we are doing is focused on staying ahead of the curve on the future of work. We inspire, foster, and collaborate with leaders, organisations and an ecosystem of partners to enable all to thrive in today’s business landscape. Co-created by Matthew Chapman, Founder of ChapmanCG, the world’s largest HR Executive Search firm and Stephanie Nash, Global HR Leader with more than 25 years’ experience. The Thrive HR Exchange is: - A community of support, advice, collaboration, wisdom and learning. - A destination for HR professionals to discover, connect and grow with peers, colleagues and experts. - A platform for HR influencers to co-create the future of work. Thrive HR Exchange, powered by ChapmanV. Where empathy meets action.
About RMG Selection RMG Selection is a China-focused international recruitment and HR consultancy business focusing on specialist selection of high performers in niche-disciplines. We specialize in the recruitment of university-educated professional candidates in the skill-areas of Sales, Marketing, Accountancy, Finance, Law, Engineering, Logistics, Operations etc. We also have specific sector-focused practices including automotive, IT,medical devices,pharmaceuticals, manufacturing etc. In addition to our main business of talent management and acquisition. We also offer services including HR Consulting, Salary Surveys, Psychometric testing, Outplacement, Leadership coaching. Including partners'? offices in Europe, Australia, US, Africa, Singapore and India we have over 27 offices around the world in addition to our Greater China presence which includes Beijing, Tianjin, Shanghai and Hong Kong. Our main business quickly develops within mainland China with Asia as the central focus. In 2012, RMG was awarded as the finalist in CCH. In 2013 RMG's partner Liily Cao was the winner of the Best Recruitment Consultant all over Asia Pacific in the Global Recruiter. Futhermore, RMG was highly commended in Best in-house training, Best marketing campaign and Best small business. More information: http://www.rmgselection.com Follow RMG now: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RMGSelection?ref=hl Twitter: https://twitter.com/RMGSelection
Faraday Search is an boutique executive search company with 20 years focused in the technology sectors of: Deep Tech: AI |Autonomous Vehicle | Internet of Things, (IoT) | The Connected World, (Home, Car, Grid, Cities) | Data | Cyber Security | Traditional Tech: Semiconductors | Electronics Manufacturing | Consumer Electronics | Communications We conduct searches in: N America | Europe | APAC We focus on mid-management to C-Level talent working with clients from startups and VCs to OEMs
Phoenix Partners is an international executive search and career advisory firm. We support businesses in attracting, retaining, and developing their human capital. We act as a bridge between organisations and talent, addressing most pressing issues to improve workforce capabilities and increase overall operational effectiveness. We advise professionals on issues relating to long-term career development and personal branding, helping our clients navigate challenging work-related situations, find opportunities for personal growth, while accelerating their career progression.
allectio consulting group is an international leading Executive Search Boutique focused on: Executive Search, Recruitment & Research in 8 languages (native speakers), Business Development, Business Coaching & Trainings, Business Mediation Industries - IT - Information Technology, Telecommunication, Automotive, FS - Financial Services We are looking for: Hybris / SAP technical Architects, (Senior) Manager, (Senior) Consultants, Project Manager, Project Leader, English or English and German Android or iOS or Webapps Developers, Software Engineers, Technical Architects, Solution Architects, Consultants English and German Data Warehouse technical Architects / Specialists, (Senior) Manager, (Senior) Consultants, Project Manager, Project Leader, English and German experienced in Informatica is a plus Big Data - technical Architects / Specialists, (Senior) Manager, (Senior) Consultants, Project Manager, Project Leader, English and German experienced in Hadoop, Pig, Hive and Mahout is a plus ECM - technical Architects / Specialists, (Senior) Manager, (Senior) Consultants, Project Manager, Project Leader, English and German experienced in n ECM Documentum or Microsoft SharePoint or OpenText or FileNet or Adobe CQ5 or Saperion or ICON or Hyland, d.velop and / or Braintribe, further in Portal Architecture, Formulardesign or InfoPath or Adobe LifeCycle and .Net We are looking for: CEO, CFO, COO, CTO, CIO, Account Executives, Account Managers, SAP Specialists and Consultants, Senior Manager, Principal Consultants, Senior Consultants, Consultants, Project Manager, IT Service Manager, IT- / System Specialists, Software Engineers, Technical Architects, Engineers, Controller, Finance Director etc. Munich | Stuttgart | Frankfurt | Duesseldorf | Berlin | Hamburg | Vienna | Zurich | Stockholm | Serville | Sofia | London | Amsterdam | Paris | New York | Singapore | Hong Kong | Dubai
We are a Global Training, Recruitment & Executive Search and Global Mobility Expert company. Established in 2017, Vanluk GS Global is one of the leading and most accomplished Global Training, Recruitment and Global Mobility Expert Company and has been instrumental in shaping the recruitment and training industries globally Our goals is to deliver the best Human Capital Solution for sustainable future and intending to make a huge and a positive different to the sustainable global economy
We are headquartered in Singapore and offer recruitment services such as executive search, selection and agency fronting. We offer deep specialisation primarily in the front office & middle office space within investment and asset management.
Univerz HR Consulting Pte. Ltd. is a PME headhunter, recruitment and consulting company in Singapore with licence 11C5497 issued by MOM of Singapore. With the knowledge of regulations and laws, and a team of professionals and experts, we focus on providing HRM consulting and headhunting. This methodology sets us apart from other employment agencies and related services. We are not only a bridge between employer and employees but also the chief strategist of both parties. We focus on headhunting of senior managers, sales and marketing personnel, engineers and financial talents, related to industries such as Construction, IT, Marine and Finance.
Established in 2012, ACI stemmed from a need identified by Founder & CEO, Andrew Chan for a specialist firm owned and operated by people from within the industry. With over 60 years of combined management experience in the sectors we serve, ACI is an award winning specialist Recruitment, Executive Search and Professional Training firm dedicated to the Travel, Tourism, Hospitality and Lifestyle Industries. At ACI, we understand that finding the right talent is critical to an organisation's success, and finding the right opportunity is paramount to a candidate's career. We are passionate about connecting clients with the very best talents, and pride ourselves with the philosophy of “growing the industry one talent at a time”. Our dedicated team of Consultants are not only more knowledgeable about the sector, we’re also better connected to ensure that our clients have direct reach to some of the best talents in the industry.
Carlyle Kingswood Global is a world leading executive search consultancy serving the legal, accounting and advisory professions. Our consultants are trusted advisors to professional services firms and corporations who are seeking to strategically hire and acquire key Partners, in-house legal and finance teams and merger targets. Our international network includes offices in Australia, Hong Kong/PRC, Singapore, UK and USA. Our strong track record and reputation in the legal, accounting, compliance and advisory search market has resulted in us receiving instructions on a range of search mandates for international law and accounting firms, financial advisory institutions and multi-national corporations. Each of our consultants specialises in a niche vertical discipline, within which they are known for their own trusted relationships and their expert sectoral knowledge. In addition to being subject matter experts, CKG consultants also share a reputation for personal integrity, professional discretion, commercial awareness and a focus on building long term relationships. Our methodology combines comprehensive and tightly structured research, reliably discreet intelligence management and high levels of client responsiveness. The team has been instrumental in brokering a number of high profile senior appointments including Partner, Director, General Counsel and wider team moves and mergers. World-class research accompanied with specialist knowledge of specific areas of law, compliance and advisory disciplines, enables us to consistently identify and attract the best talent and in turn create significant value for our clients.
SURRIENTA is a Human Capital Solution company specializing in Executive Search and Consulting Services in APAC region. Our core business is identifying and assessing outstanding talents and recruiting team into leadership roles. We cooperate with a diverse group of selected clients, including Fortune 500, enterpreneurial businesses, and family owned companies. Our experience demonstrates quanifiable results, consistently createing leverage, finding most suitable solutions for our clients and securing flexibility for the future growth of our clients.
At Executive Leadership Coaching International (ELC-i), we provide highly focused, results-oriented Coaching services to Senior-level Leaders and C-Suite Executives, in both the private and public sectors globally. If you are a C-Suite or Senior level executive in search of an Executive Coach to help you achieve your personal and/or organisational goals in double-quick time, we can help. Our coaching clients cover a wide spectrum of professionals including C-Suite Executives (CEO, COO, CFO, CISO, MD), Heads of Departments, and Senior Medical Consultants (Specialist Doctors), in the private and public sectors, across various industries around the world. Industries include financial, pharmaceutical, IT, transport, healthcare, hotels, and professional services.
Having the right leaders in place and regularly reviewing the effectiveness of the leadership team as a whole is a prerequisite for any company wishing to succeed and create lasting impact. Based on this belief, we help ensure executive leadership and heads of business or function work together to optimise performance, thereby successfully navigating the key stages in a company's life: • Growth (organic and via M&A) • Transformation • Crisis management • Succession This is achiedved by applying consulting expertise from a range of fields including Executive Search, Interim Management, Leadership Consulting and Board Services. Exec Avenue is an international firm with global, cross-border and local expertise. Headquartered in Paris, France, it has European offices in London, Madrid and Frankfurt, US office in San Francisco, Asia Pacific offices in Singapore and Tokyo and African office in Casablanca. The firm works across all sectors, advising those owning or leading organisations of all sizes, but especially guides large groups, mid-cap companies, small/medium enterprises and investors. Exec Avenue is a member of AESC.
CONFISA INTERNATIONAL GROUP has over 35+ years of experience providing integral Human Resources and Business Consulting Services to domestic and multinational corporations. CONFISA is a professional organization that provides effective and responsive contingency and retained executive search services. Services are provided across multiple industries (Consumer Products, Pharmaceutical, Oil & Energy, Manufacturing, Mining, IT, Telecom, Financial Services, among many others) and organizational areas such as (C-Level, General Management, Finance, Human Resources, IT, Sales, Marketing, Operations). Confisa has successfully recruited professionals for lead positions throughout the United States, Europe, Africa, Asia, Middle East, and the Americas.
Headhunter Topics
Singapore's job market is characterized by its vibrant economy and fierce competition, making it a dynamic landscape for both job seekers and employers. As companies strive to secure the best talent in a limited pool, the role of headhunters becomes increasingly vital. These professionals serve as essential intermediaries, connecting top-tier candidates with exciting job opportunities that align with their skills and aspirations.
Later, Aniday will explain the key benefits of partnering with headhunters in Singapore, delve into the current trends shaping the recruitment landscape, and examine how these experts can help businesses effectively navigate the complexities of talent acquisition.
The growing demand for headhunters in Singapore
A recent survey by a top human resources solutions provider reveals that 83% of employers in Singapore are struggling to fill vacant positions in 2023. The talent shortage is particularly evident in roles like sales representatives and engineers, where demand is outpacing the available pool of qualified candidates. As businesses compete for talent in this growing market, the pressure to meet recruitment needs is becoming more intense, highlighting the urgent need for innovative hiring strategies.
More than that, with over 4,000 global corporate headquarters, Singapore stands as a pivotal gateway to the Asia Pacific region. Yet, for multinational corporations, the quest for trusted and effective leadership within this vibrant and intricate market can be quite a challenge.
IT, Education, and Construction are the top industries struggling to source highly skilled talent (Source: Singapore Business Federation)
In this case, headhunters are key to navigating Singapore's talent shortage. With their deep industry expertise and vast networks, they can find top candidates, including those not actively job hunting, for hard-to-fill roles. By streamlining the hiring process and connecting companies with skilled talent, headhunters help businesses stay competitive in this tight job market.
Key benefits of working with Headhunters in Singapore
A headhunter is either an individual or a firm specializing in recruitment services, acting on behalf of employers to identify and attract top talent. Often referred to as executive search, these professionals are tasked with locating candidates who meet specific job criteria.
Collaborating with top-tier headhunters in Singapore provides a distinct competitive advantage. Here are some of the key benefits offered by Aniday's expert headhunters:
1. Access to a Diverse Talent Pool:
One of the key benefits is their ability to tap into a vast and diverse talent pool. Top headhunters have cultivated extensive networks that include both active job seekers and passive candidates who may not be actively searching but are open to new opportunities. This broad reach enables them to source candidates from various industries, backgrounds, and skill sets, ensuring you have access to the best talent available.
2. Customized Talent Solutions:
Headhunters in Singapore deliver personalized recruitment solutions tailored to your specific needs. They dedicate time to comprehensively understand your organization's culture, values, and requirements, ensuring that the candidates they recommend resonate with your company’s vision and goals. This tailored approach not only improves the caliber of candidates but also significantly boosts the chances of making a successful hire.
3. Industry Expertise and Market Insights
Top headhunters in Singapore possess extensive industry knowledge and expertise that can greatly enhance your recruitment efforts. Their deep understanding of market trends, salary benchmarks, and industry-specific requirements equips them to offer valuable insights and guidance throughout the hiring process. This expertise ensures that your recruitment strategy is not only effective but also aligned with current market dynamics.
4. Efficient Recruitment Process:
Recruitment can often be a lengthy and resource-intensive endeavor, especially when searching for top-tier talent. However, leading headhunters in Singapore simplify this process by expertly handling various stages of recruitment, from sourcing candidates to conducting preliminary screenings and interviews. Their streamlined approach not only saves you time but also ensures you focus on what matters most—finding the right fit for your organization.
5. Privacy and Discretion
Ensuring confidentiality is crucial during the recruitment process, particularly for senior or sensitive roles. Top headhunters in Singapore recognize the importance of discretion and take great care to keep your hiring efforts private and secure. Their commitment to maintaining confidentiality allows you to navigate the recruitment landscape with confidence, knowing that your sensitive information is protected.
6. Cost-Efficient Recruitment
Although partnering with a headhunting firm may require an initial investment, it often proves to be more cost-effective in the long run compared to handling recruitment internally. Top headhunters in Singapore bring invaluable expertise and resources to the table, helping to streamline the hiring process and reduce costs associated with extended vacancies or mismatched hires. Their ability to quickly find the right talent can lead to significant long-term savings for your organization.
How to choose the right headhunters in Singapore?
Selecting the right headhunter is crucial for effectively navigating Singapore's competitive job market. Let Aniday be your trusted partner in selecting the perfect headhunter to align with your company’s needs:
1. Seek Industry Expertise
A headhunter with general experience might not be the right fit for your specific needs. For example, someone who specializes in manufacturing might struggle to recruit for a biotech company. Niche headhunters, with industry-specific knowledge and networks, are better suited to understand the qualifications your ideal candidate needs.
Pro tip: Ask for referrals from your network or LinkedIn contacts who have successfully worked with headhunters.
2. Focus on Headhunters with Senior-Level Experience
It’s crucial to choose a headhunter with a strong track record of filling senior roles within your industry.
Ask the right questions to gauge their expertise:
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What’s your success rate?
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How do you attract top talent?
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How would you pitch our company to an executive?
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What’s your timeline for delivering results?
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Do you have a guarantee period?
Pro tip: Differentiate your company by highlighting unique benefits, such as a strong company culture, growth opportunities, flexible hours, or healthcare perks, to stand out from top talent.
3. Ensure the Headhunter Understands Your Company’s Needs
Hiring the most talented executive doesn’t always guarantee the best fit for your company.
Your headhunter should take the time to thoroughly understand your company’s values, culture, hiring timeline, and team structure. Clear communication is key, ensure your expectations are well-defined so both parties work toward the same goal.
Pro tip: Conduct thorough interviews and check references. Even when you're in a hurry to fill a role, don’t skip these steps. Speak to professional references and ask critical questions, like how long previous hires have stayed. If many have left shortly after starting, it may be a red flag.
4. Prioritize Exceptional Communication Skills
As the intermediary between your organization and potential hires, a headhunter must facilitate seamless communication in both directions. Look for someone who engages with candidates throughout the hiring process, including onboarding, where breakdowns often occur.
Pro tip: Assess the headhunter's communication skills during your initial interactions. Pay attention to how they respond to your questions: Are their answers clear and detailed? If you're meeting in person, observe their body language, are they making eye contact and displaying engaging facial expressions?
End Note:
In Singapore's competitive job market, collaborating with headhunters is essential for organizations aiming to attract top talent. These experts bring industry insights and extensive networks that streamline recruitment processes and enhance candidate experiences. By leveraging their services, companies can build strong teams that drive success in an ever-evolving landscape.
If you're on the hunt for skilled headhunters in Singapore, check out the curated list below for outstanding choices. For expert support and additional resources, visit Aniday's platform today to connect with the top headhunters in Singapore and take your recruitment process to the next level!
