Secure Top Leadership Talent with a Partner-Driven Approach
Retained Executive Search
Are you looking to fill a critical executive or leadership role with impact and precision?
Bluewater Hayes offers Retained Executive Search, a high-touch, deeply consultative recruitment solution designed for organizations that demand excellence and confidentiality.
Why Choose Retained Executive Search?
- Unmatched Focus & Exclusivity
We commit dedicated resources to your search. From market mapping to candidate vetting, our team treats each retained search as a paramount priority. - Access to Elite, Passive Talent
Leverage our deep networks and industry insights to attract leaders not actively job-searching, those who might only consider a move for truly compelling opportunities. - Confidential & Strategic
Sensitive roles? Groundbreaking initiatives? We safeguard confidentiality throughout the search, ensuring discretion at every stage. - Tailored to Your Culture & Strategy
We immerse ourselves in your organization’s mission, values, and team dynamics to deliver candidates who fit culturally and drive results.
Our Proven Retained Search Process
Discovery & Role Definition
We begin with an immersive consultation to understand your business objectives, culture, organizational design, and specific executive requirements.
Custom Market Mapping & Outreach
We identify and proactively engage top-tier talent—especially those currently excelling in leadership roles but not actively searching.
High-Touch Candidate Engagement
Our team builds relationships through confidential and compelling outreach, ensuring alignment with your EVP and vision.
Thorough Assessment & Presentation
We rigorously evaluate candidates on leadership style, operational acumen, strategic vision, and cultural fit—presenting only the top highly-qualified options.
Seamless Interview & Offer Management
We guide candidates through each stage, coordinate interview schedules, gather detailed feedback, and support negotiations to secure the right leader.
Due Diligence & Transition Planning
We assist with comprehensive background checks, onboarding roadmaps, and executive onboarding strategies to ensure a smooth and successful start.
Why Bluewater Hayes Excels in Retained Search
- Specialized Expertise in Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain & Operations
Ten years of niche focus means we know where to find true executive talent in these sectors. - Brand-Aligned Employer Value Proposition (EVP)
We help articulate your unique employer brand to attract top candidates who resonate with your mission and culture. - End-to-End Strategic Partnership
From brand messaging to final offer, our team acts as an extension of your leadership, delivering white-glove service throughout. - Data-Driven Insights & Market Intelligence
Gain real-time compensation benchmarks, leadership competency mapping, and market trends to make informed hiring decisions.
Ideal Roles for Retained Executive Search
- C-Suite (CEO, COO, CFO, CSO, CTO)
- VP–level and Senior Leadership (Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations)
- Specialty Leadership Roles requiring niche technical or transformational expertise
Begin Your Strategic Leadership Search Today with Bluewater Hayes
From discovery to onboarding, our retained search process ensures every step is intentional, efficient, and designed to find a leader who will transform your organization’s future.
Send us an email at contact@bluewaterhayes.com or call using the button below.
We’ve been working with Bluewater Hayes for about 1.5 years now, and all I can say is WOW! Their unique approach in having former professionals of the respective industries they now recruit in, simply WORKS! This is proven time and time again in the quality and caliber of the talent they present, which is top-notch.
In addition to top-tier talent, the Team at Bluewater Hayes really takes the time to understand your company culture, and needs/wants for the role, which makes them a true business partner. I would highly recommend working with Bluewater Hayes for any and all recruitment needs.”
HR Director – Tyson Foods
The team at Bluewater Hayes understands our culture and performance requirements. We have hired five Bluewater Hayes candidates over the last 2 years and all are thriving.”
Lean Executive – General Electric
I found my current position through Bluewater Hayes. The team was very professional, followed up diligently, and helped me negotiate a great offer.”
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