MAD Talent
Executive Search
A bold executive talent search team
At MAD, we strongly believe that talents are the true drivers of a brand’s success.
Complementary to MAD Strategy, MAD Talent is an Executive Search entity, recognized for identifying, recruiting, and nurturing Luxury talents while also bringing an in-depth understanding of organizational issues.
Our team of dedicated recruitment seasoned professionals with international knowledge of Luxury business, culture, and clientele.
As the only consulting pure player in Luxury, we are lucky to address every category and to support our clients in Europe, North America and Asia,
In the era of brand distinction, where talent is becoming the ultimate success factor, MAD Talent brings unique value.
MAD Talent is the only fully integrated Executive Search team in a leading business strategy and brand consulting firm dedicated to premium and luxury brands.
This gives MAD Talent 4 strengths
A native understanding of luxury and premium brands, the trends shaping the industry, the brands DNA and their culture, across all categories.
A strong international network within the luxury & premium environment.
A deeper grasp of the complex transformation challenges faced by organizations and their impact on talents.
A more thorough & subtle comprehension of job requirements, across all functions related to a brand with a global vision.
Our key figures
+500
missions COMPLETED
+130
customers OVER 10 years
+10 000
talents in database
15
recurring cLIENTS THAT ARE INDUSTRY LEADERS
±3
months from start to the CLOSING OF missions
70%
mission completion rate
At MAD Talent we take a very broad and inclusive approach when searching and selecting potential candidates. Being in such a globalized and connected age, diversity is a critical component in creating well-rounded teams.
Based on our missions over the past year, the candidates we have presented included:
55% women and 45% men
Approx. 70% European (ranging from 22-100% based on the mission)primarily made up of French, Italian, Spanish, and British
Remaining 30% included over 9 different global nationalities
MAD Talent is comprised of 4 key services
MAD Talent is distinguished by its culture and its personalized approach. We believe in the relevance of a collaborative approach and a cross-vision. This is why each mission is carried out by two experienced and complementary recruiters, which guarantees tailor-made management and an objective and thorough evaluation of candidates. Thus, we ensure support throughout the process, fluid communication, permanent availability and a commitment to the collective success of the project while paying particular attention to the candidate experience. For us, each mission is a shared success story.
Executive Search
At MAD Talent, we cover the full range of creative and managerial positions, both executive and expert.
MAD Talent is the only Executive Search team fully integrated into a leading business & branding strategy consultancy dedicated to premium & luxury brands.
Because we know how to translate each brand DNA through an accurate storytelling, we are especially efficient to attract the best talents.
We build your best teams – from executive committee to managers, experts, and strategic boards.
Thanks to our extensive collaboration with the other practices of MAD (such as strategy & organizational consulting, transformation learning and interim management).
We, at MAD Talent, have a deep understanding of all specific challenges and needs that luxury brands and retailers face.
MAD Talent has a large network of qualified candidates amongst leaders with high level of expertise and potential. We have built and constantly enriched this network over the years.
Accurate analysis of needs to build a common brief
Defining a search strategy – target companies and key words
Identification of a longlist of candidates – MAD’s network & direct search
Selection and presentation of shortlisted candidates and interviews with clients – choice of best profiles
Recruitment closing and follow-up of the integration
Talent mapping
Scout your future talents
In the context of rapid transformations and evolutions in organizations, we use talent mapping to accompany you in discovering your ideal candidate profiles. The mapping process is based on a consistent and solid methodology to identify and assess potential talents through objective criteria.
Executive interim management
We support our clients in transition missions with our network of highly qualified and immediately operational managers.
At MAD, we are convinced that Executive Interim Management is a key asset to assist luxury Maisons in addressing their challenges. It is particularly relevant in a rapidly changing work environment.
As a complement to Executive Search and MAD Strategy Consulting, MAD Talent has a unique strength both in identifying the best managers and in supporting them in their missions.
HR consulting
MAD Talent is an executive search firm unlike others; our proximity to MAD Strategy (strategic and organizational consulting) and MAD Academy (transformation learning) allows us to continue to develop a strong business knowledge that enriches our ability to advise our client, while also understanding the world of Luxury brands.
We are especially efficient in supporting you with your crucial HR stakes and challenges.
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