For clients · Contingency Search

Fast. Focused.
No placement, no fee.

Adept Group is committed to consistently offering the finest premium-level service to clients available in Tokyo. We strive to be the go-to executive search solutions firm that companies can always rely on to acquire the very best talent for their key position needs.

Our search process is clearly defined and custom-tailored to meet the unique, exacting requirements of each client. Once we implement a search strategy for you, we commit fully to completing the process with the following characteristics and steps.

Service characteristics

Four things that define

how we work.

Timeliness

Turnaround time for accurate, high-quality results is exceptionally short. We are consistently committed to completing the search process as expediently as possible

Specialist Network

As specialists in high-growth and enterprise technology, we maintain solid relationships and frequent communication with a significant pool of excellent potential candidates. Once we are engaged on a search, we are generally able to introduce a shortlist of pre-screened, strongly qualified candidates within a short amount of time.

Personal Relationships

We meet with all candidates personally and maintain lasting relationships with each one, enabling deeper insight into their motivations, interests, and long-term potential.

Always-On Communication

We maintain an always-on business communication policy, allowing us to respond to your requests, questions, and concerns in the shortest possible time.

The contingency search process

Seven steps. Every engagement.

1
Listen

Meet with the client to ascertain detailed search requirements and critical factors beyond basic qualifications that will ensure the best possible match.

2
CANDIDATE DEFINITION

Consult with our team to build a shortlist of highly qualified candidates. Prioritizing quality and fit over volume.

3
Presentation

Present the opportunity to candidates, discussing detailed points regarding the client and the position to ensure strong and viable interest.

4
Introduction

Introduce candidates with the potential for the best possible match to the client.

5
PIPELINE MANAGEMENT

Manage the pipeline of candidate talent to ensure sufficient additional options are available to satisfy client needs and achieve an optimal end result.

6
PARTNERSHIP

Partner with the client and selected candidate to ensure acceptance of a mutually beneficial offer.

7
FOLLOW-UP

Maintain communication with both candidate and client post-start date to ensure the hire is secure and integration is proceeding successfully.

When to Choose Contingency Search 

Contingency search is the ideal solution when you have a specific, well-defined role to fill and require a fast, focused engagement. You pay only upon a successful placement, making it a low-risk, high-reward approach for individual critical hires.