
With 20 years' experience filling senior positions, we draw on an exclusive global network of senior talent, sourcing inspirational leaders from across the Payments sector.
Optimize efficiency and resources, save costs
Tailored talent solutions and personalized strategies
Expanded networks and real-time market insights
Discovering executive talent who possess the right blend of experience, availability, and industry expertise can be challenging. Traditional recruitment methods often fall short. Our solution? Leveraging our vast, cultivated networks, employing a thorough and highly customizable approach, and tapping into deep market insights. This proven process not only delivers guaranteed results but also ensures access to top-tier talent, setting new standards in executive recruitment.
We begin by outlining your key objectives and current situation to create a clearly defined plan which includes target objectives and a provisional timeframe.
Our extensive experience and network within the Payments sector allows us to offer deep insight into the talent market, and to strategise a search approach.
A longlist of appropriate candidates utilising a range of sources, including our exclusive candidate network, is created for approach.
Our experienced team of search consultants will screen potential candidates to identify the best-fit candidates based on the agreed criteria.
A shortlist of relevant candidates will be presented, complete with screened profiles and information regarding their situation and expectations.
We provide guidance, structure, and support to facilitate an effective interview process.
As part of our due diligence process, we will conduct full referencing to verify the credentials of your chosen candidate.
Following a successful selection process, we maintain support throughout the process of offer-making, contract, and agreeing a start date.
We are long term partners for our clients, and maintain close working relationships with you and the appointee.

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PaymentGenes has a strong track record of executing global executive searches.
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