Executive search
Retained search.
Personal accountability.
International executive search across Life Sciences, healthcare, speciality chemicals and ingredients, and FMCG, with Jeffrey Webb personally involved from the first discussion through appointment and follow-up.
The brief comes first.
A senior appointment needs to be considered in the context of the business: where it stands today, where it intends to go and what the new leader will need to achieve.
Arlanda takes a deliberately low-volume approach. Jeff leads a small number of retained assignments at a time, supported by trusted international researchers. This allows time for the briefing, the research and the conversations that determine the quality of a search.
How the search develops
Define the brief
A successful search starts with a well-defined brief. We spend time understanding the business, agreeing priorities and clarifying what the person needs to deliver.
That discussion establishes the business context, the relevant experience and the expectations against which candidates will be considered.
Research & engage candidates
Focused research identifies relevant businesses and potential candidates across the agreed markets.
Direct, confidential conversations explore interest in the opportunity, career priorities and the circumstances that might make a move worthwhile.
Assess & shortlist
Candidates are considered against the brief, with attention to experience, motivation and the business environment in which they have worked.
Clear reporting and market feedback help clients compare candidates and refine their thinking as the search develops.
Manage the appointment
Jeff coordinates interviews, supports offer negotiations and maintains communication through the appointment.
He stays in touch with both the client and the successful candidate after they join, helping identify issues early.
International research.
One point of accountability.
Jeff’s career spans large global search firms, specialist boutiques and Arlanda Consulting. His current model brings together international research reach and direct senior involvement.
Several members of his research network have worked with him for more than 20 years. Jeff remains your point of contact throughout the assignment.
A working approach tailored to you.
Working directly with Jeff allows the approach to be adapted to each client. Assignment documentation, progress updates, candidate reports and scheduled discussions can be tailored to your needs and preferred way of working, while maintaining a clear and rigorous search process.
Discuss your leadership requirements
For a confidential discussion about a planned appointment, your longer-term leadership needs or your own career aspirations, contact Jeff directly.