Leadership Assessment
The failure rate of CEOs and Senior Executives is a serious and costly problem; one that impacts not just shareholders but also confidence from within the organisation. That’s why, at McSherry Brown, we do things differently.
Our approach to leadership assessment blends industry knowledge, individual & team performance data and a deep focus on personality insights that will predict a leader’s potential success whilst also protecting your investment and reputation
The results speak for themselves: every leader we place stays beyond 24 months, which is far superior to the industry average.
Executive onboarding and mentoring
Having successfully placed thousands of global leaders, we know how difficult these sorts of transitions can be. We understand the obstacles and we tackle them head on, ensuring clear communication and expectations amongst stakeholders throughout the process. This means we share a collective responsibility for each appointment, managing both brand experience, reputational and financial risks.
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Succession planning and talent pipelines
A solid succession plan is more than just naming successors. It’s about identifying your key players and recognising who has the capacity to step into leadership roles.
We combine deep industry knowledge, extensive networks and a rigorous assessment process to give you clear guidance on both who to retain and who to develop.
Our approach includes internal talent development – with an emphasis on promoting diversity – alongside building enduring relationships with external talent to secure your future leader pipeline.
But placement is just the beginning of our partnership. We remain actively involved throughout every candidate’s journey, providing tailored coaching, stakeholder feedback, and regular performance assessments.
With our collaboration and expertise, your chosen executive leaders will be ready to step into their new roles with confidence, and fully supported to drive your organisation forwards into the future.
Accelerated Integration Programme
Our Accelerated Integration Programme (AIP) redefines the onboarding experience for senior executives. Developed exclusively by McSherry Brown, AIP helps individuals smoothly assimilate into their new organisation. Central to this process is active listening and gaining a comprehensive understanding of the company’s operations and structure.
The programme serves as a vital bridge in the hiring process, instilling confidence in new leaders whilst reassuring organisations of their capabilities. We consider AIP an essential component of onboarding, vital for the success of the leadership appointment. Which is why we include it as part of our service.