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FAQ’s

Professional and Executive Placement

Why should my organization choose The Michael Fuller Group for talent acquisition? Why should individuals choose The Michael Fuller Group for executive recruitment services?: Our team of expert recruiters has over 60 years of combined experience in sourcing, locating and screening talent. This allows for a depth and breadth of industry and functional areas of experience. Our team lives and works in the market region and strives to serve our clients and candidates with outstanding delivery and results. Call today and learn more about our services. We welcome all talent management challenges and look forward to seeing your success.

Why is executive recruitment often outsourced? What are the benefits of using a recruitment firm?

We are Market and Industry Experts- The recruiters at The Michael Fuller Group are authorities of the Northeast Ohio, Central Ohio and Western Pennsylvania markets. We live here, work here and raise our families here. We have a pulse of the employment marketplace and know what is currently occurring within industries. Partner with The Michael Fuller Group to tap into our vast expertise.
We Save Time- Select any company with an HR Department these days, and you will quickly see that the team is already stretched to their limits. Adding the task of talent acquisition with sourcing, multiple resumes to review and the time to move the hiring process forward to gain traction can be daunting. Let us take the stress off of your plate, so that your HR Department can focus on their important work.
We Find Passive Candidates as well as Active Job Seekers- In today’s market some individuals are actively seeking a new role, while others are not taking assertive action to find a new opportunity. This means that if you post a position, you will only receive responses from those that are actively seeking employment. At The Michael Fuller Group, we have the tools, technology and know-how to find those candidates who are not actively applying. This approach vastly expands options to ensure the correct placement of candidates.
We are your Trusted Partner- Allow the team at The Michael Fuller Group to serve as your partner during the entire process- from interviewing to hiring and onboarding. We will be there along the way as a trusted advisor we remove obstacles, making your job simpler.

If I already have an HR Department, why would I use an executive recruiter?: Recruiting the right talent for your organization can be daunting. Hiring qualified candidates with the proper knowledge, skills and abilities are vital for corporate success. The Michael Fuller Group is your go-to talent acquisition partner, easing the responsibility of your already stretched HR Department. We target your best-fitting candidates, helping you to hire faster and boost business performance sooner. Let us do the legwork for you. Call our team today to learn more about how we can assist your business or individual needs.

Where does The Michael Fuller Group find their candidates?: Our experienced team of recruiters uses nontraditional and traditional sourcing techniques to locate passive and active candidates. We have a professional network system and connections to many industries-that is ever growing and evolving. We value all of our business relationships and are a trusted source of expertise to many industries in Ohio and Pennsylvania. Our unique access to top industry platforms allows us to source for active and passive candidates, presenting you with an excellent candidate compilation.

What type of positions does The Michael Fuller Group place? What are our typical engagements?: The Michael Fuller Group supports talent management solutions in middle, senior and executive management positions. We are proud to work with companies in manufacturing, healthcare, professional services, consumer goods, specialty chemicals, coatings, retail and more! We specialize in roles in marketing, sales, medical, operations, general management, human resources, engineering, supply chain and information technology.

What is the Michael Fuller Group’s matching and vetting process?

Our team of expert recruiters will serve as your trusted partner right from your initial intake conversation. We take pride in sourcing top talent and show our diligence in spending time interviewing and presenting you with the best fit, on multiple levels. Because we have such a vast source of candidates, we can present you with options based on your individual needs. We can also assist you with offer and onboarding services as well as posting open positions onto our career sites- to generate resume and employment applications.

At The Michael Fuller Group we go the extra mile to ensure that we present the optimal clients with candidates who are a perfect fit of skills, desire and company culture values. Our process is initiated with multiple conversations and vigorous interviews. Clients must demonstrate the right fit, before ever being presented for a corporate position. If desired, we also can preform a battery of assessments to obtain additional information on behaviors and motivators. These processes increase the likelihood of a long term, successful career for both the candidate and corporation. The Michael Fuller Group partners with the hiring manager to ensure that everyone is on the same page throughout all stages of the recruitment processes and communicates all issues, progress and results with all partners and candidates. We take pride in our stellar level of partnerships and this truly sets us apart from other recruitment agencies.

Does The Michael Fuller Group provide contingency search? Do you provide retained search? Do you provide contract staffing?: The Michael Fuller Group takes pride in our ability to be an agile recruitment firm with the capacity to meet our clients needs. We can provide contingency searches, retained searches as well as contract staffing. Call us today to discuss your talent acquisition needs and put our strategies to work for you and your business.

How long does it take to get a candidate once my company signs on with The Michael Fuller Group? How long does the average placement take?: At The Michael Fuller Group we take an individualized approach to each client and their specific needs. We cannot guarantee a time frame for our candidate search process, but once we learn more about your individual needs we can give you a rough time frame for search progress and placement. Industry standard recruiting timelines are around 90-120 days and executive role recruitment timelines average 6 months. The Michael Fuller Group can assure you that we value your time, but most importantly value a proper fit. With our vast level of resource we strive to place candidates as soon as a perfect match is determined. Call our dedicated staff today to learn more about what services we can assist you with.

Human Resource Services Frequently Asked Questions

Why should our company use HR Consulting?: The skilled team at The Michael Fuller Group is your source for human resource consulting services. We have the knowledge and experience in HR to transcend your company, while optimizing productivity and effectiveness.

What does a HR Consultant do?: An HR Consultant will look at the individual needs your our company and can assess your strengths and weaknesses. The Michael Fuller Group’s services range from implementing HR programs, processes, policies and practices. Knowing that you have a partner and trusted advisor to turn toward, ensures the success of the HR functions in your organization.

Do small businesses need HR Compliance?: No matter how large or small your company is, there are some federal and state regulations that will apply to your organization. Regulations and legal interpretation regularly change. A trusted HR Consultant can help your business navigate these complex areas. Call The Michael Fuller Group today to learn more about our HR Consulting Services.

General Questions

What geographic area does The Michael Fuller Group serve?: The Michael Fuller Group proudly serves the Ohio market. Should you have a talent acquisition need that is not in the area that we serve, please contact us for options.

Will my search with The Michael Fuller Group be kept confidential? Will my current employer know that I am looking at other opportunities?: The Michael Fuller Group respects the confidentiality of candidates and uses extreme discretion with our candidates. We will not share details of your search or present you to opportunities without your permission. We will also not contact your current employer, as we recognize the importance of privacy and confidentiality.

Does The Michael Fuller Group verify candidate references?: Yes, The Michael Fuller Group will manage the process of getting references from candidates, verifying with multiple references and gathering an assortment of input to then share feedback with you, the client.

Will my firm have a designated point of contact for support?: Yes! At The Michael Fuller Group we believe in the value of building rapport. Our intention is to create a positive experience for your firm, allowing you to have immediate confidence in our services. We believe in transparency, superior services and attention to details. If you should ever have a concern, please call us immediately for a prompt response.

What corporations have you provided placements for in the past?: The Michael Fuller Group is proud to work with some of the best companies and names in manufacturing, healthcare, professional services, consumer goods, specialty chemicals, coatings, retail and more! Call our office today to learn about what organization placements we can assist you with.

How does The Michael Fuller Group charge for services?: The Michael Fuller Group offers a variety of flexible solutions to meet the hiring and HR consulting needs of your company. There is not a fee for candidates to work with The Michael Fuller Group. Contact us today to learn more.

How will I prepare for interviews?: The talented and experienced team at The Michael Fuller Group will ensure that you are prepared to share your professional story and stand out as a top candidate. Contact us today and let’s get started!