As we do with all our clients, Magellan began the Career Compass process by meeting face-to-face with our client to validate the industry drivers for his unique M&A skill set. The goal was to select the most likely firms to approach by finding a network connection we could use as our advocate for each target firm on our list.
Our client had deep industry connections as well as deep M&A connections. We also reviewed open positions we found on job boards and target firm websites. We then combined this with our professional network to create a target list for reaching out to.
Disruption in the M&A sector overall drove a need for an "issues-based advocacy" approach for initial conversations. Focusing on common issues with our network, we created interactions and meetings that were more than "just job" conversations.
Re-visioning our client's career through personal conversations and narrative development
Converting "contacts" into "advocates" and "advisors" to permanently improve our client's network
Combining who you know with what you know to protect your resume asset value long term.
Our client stuck to being at the right level and consistently made a clear business case for his value add in M&A - in selected industries. We did not apply to everything. We managed visibility and sent consistent and engaging follow-up messages every 6 weeks to our best network advocates (not all connections are equal, we learned). Many great relationships came out of this beyond just the terrific role our client now has.
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HR Advisory ServicesHR Advisory Services Magellan provides help to structure integration solutions for lateral hires. We can also help staff Human Resources departments and provide interim recruiting process outplacement services.
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Magellan has developed a unique approach to creating a “persistent pipeline” of qualified candidates that we “socialize” over time to make sure we attract the best talent when that talent is available and ready. We have a unique recruiting support system that we can deploy for our clients at any level as relates to talent acquisition, either on a contract or outsourced basis.
We have a unique recruiting support system that we can deploy for our clients at any level as relates to talent acquisition, either on a contract or outsource basis.
Compensation AnalysisCompensation Analysis Magellan’s insights around the total value of employee compensation can help separate motivational implications of the base, bonus, and equity components of compensation.
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We have discovered that each person is unique and so is the way they value the components of their compensation.
Our advisors will work to balance these components of compensation so you can retain your top level talent and continue your business growth.
Leadership DevelopmentLeadership Development Part of our career compass methodology provides insights into evaluating a candidate’s leadership potential as well as providing insights on how to strengthen a person’s leadership capabilities.
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Our “career compass” solution is unique valuable in empowering individuals to become more effective in their organizations
We maintain a trusted referral network of experts in career coaching, leadership development retention, and succession planning
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Focusing on outcomes, better job choices, engagement in an alumni program and leaving as friend of firm were all nominated criteria for the program. Additionally, we were encouraged to implement a simple CRM to manage the executive’s search processes – independently. We also decided to survey past executives who had left over the last three years to inform our project and provide real data for what worked best and how to improve the “leaving” process.
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Nathaniel Hartwig, CEO Biatech
Thank you Jonathan Phillips for being much more than a talent scout. Anyone that worked with you views you as a critical member of the team. We appreciate your continued support and look forward to growing with you.
Antoine Rostand
My relationship with Magellan and Jonathan goes back over 15 years and has always been both productive and enjoyable. Jonathan is always available when I need a quick call or advice on a topic. Magellan has also provided great service in depth with a great recruiting team and ability to work both with our hiring managers and our human resources professionals. I would recommend him to any senior executive trying to build a complex consulting or services business.
Antoine Rostand, President and co-Founder of Kayrros and past President and Founder of Schlumberger Business Consulting.
Fred Crawford
I got to know Magellan when Jonathan called about a search he was working on. That call changed my career for the better. My firm also used Jonathan and Magellan for numerous searches over the years to great effect. Beyond that Jonathan always makes himself available for quick comments, thoughts or ideas when I call which I really appreciate. He makes a great recruiting partner for attracting outstanding talent.
Fred Crawford, Senior Advisor and Board Member and past CEO of AlixPartners.
David Ritter
Jonathan and Magellan have consistently given me valuable and productive advice. I always felt he had my best interests at heart and brought both professional and sometime personal input to our recruiting and business building endeavors. I would recommend him to anyone who is focusing on building a business or business segment.
David Ritter, CEO Haymarket Group and past Vice President for Royal Dutch Shell Plc.
Jonathan and Magellan have consistently given me valuable and productive advice. I always felt he had my best interests at heart and brought both professional and sometime personal input to our recruiting and business building endeavors. I would recommend him to anyone who is focusing on building a business or business segment.
David Ritter, CEO Haymarket Group and past Vice President for Royal Dutch Shell Plc.
Dennis Cassidy
Over the last 30 years I have worked with Magellan and Jonathan a number of times as both a client and a candidate. Each interaction has been both satisfying and productive. Jonathan’s style is unique and is reflected by his team members as well. Most recently his firm has successfully helped with achieving our ambitious growth objectives through a very unusual market. His firm works equally well with our hiring managers and our human resources professionals which I greatly appreciate.
Dennis Cassidy, CEO of Pilot Thomas Logistics and past President of Pentair Calves & Controls.
Matthew Waterhouse
Our firm has enjoyed working with Magellan for both search and business networking activities. Jonathan and his team nake it easy to set up and complete searches even as markets change drastically. I have also benefitted from Jonathan’s professional network as an avenue for growth of our business.
Matthew Waterhouse, CEO of 3D Metalforge
Dana Deasey
Every work professional needs that go-to coach that is there to give relevant, and at times, critical feedback when navigating career challenges and opportunities. Jonathan has been my go-to coach for 25+ years; always offering unique insights that have contributed to my career growth.
Dan Deasy Past CIO to the Department of Defense and Past CIO to JP Morgan Chase
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