A business-critical role needs to be filled.
The person you hire will influence growth, lead a function or take responsibility for an important business outcome. The search needs a clear understanding of what success will require.
Context-led executive search
Critical roles. Carefully closed.
Executive search and recruitment for critical mid-to-senior and leadership appointments.
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of recruitment and leadership hiring experience
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engagement models, matched to the appointment
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recommendations from senior leaders
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consultant close to the work, from brief through joining
When to call CornerSearch
When the appointment needs closer attention.
The search is active, but the role is still open.
Several shortlists have led to interviews without an appointment. Candidates hesitate, stakeholders disagree or the same profiles keep returning. It is time to examine what is holding the search back.
The brief needs discretion or specialist understanding.
A confidential replacement, niche requirement or complex leadership role calls for careful market research, considered outreach and a credible conversation with candidates.
Beyond the obvious. Through to closure.
Executive search, leadership hiring and search recovery for critical appointments.
Our approach
Search broadly.
Curate rigorously.
Close carefully.
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Understand the appointment.
We clarify what the person must deliver, the decisions they will own and the stakeholders they will need to influence. We also examine why a strong candidate would consider the opportunity.
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Search broadly.
We map the relevant market and approach people whose experience warrants a closer look, including those who may not be actively applying for roles.
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Curate rigorously.
We assess candidates against the business context and agreed requirements. Each recommendation comes with a clear view of the fit, relevant strengths and questions worth exploring at interview.
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Close carefully.
We stay involved through interviews, feedback, offer discussions, notice periods and joining, helping both sides make informed decisions and maintain momentum.
The Curated Eight
A small, considered shortlist backed by broad market research. The Curated Eight describes our discipline in selection; the number of candidates depends on the mandate.
Recruitment services
The right engagement for the appointment.
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Retained Search
For senior, leadership, confidential and niche appointments that require dedicated attention. We undertake focused market research and candidate engagement, with direct ownership from defining the brief through to joining.
Discuss a retained search
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Search Recovery
For roles that have remained open or lost momentum. We review the brief, previous search activity, candidate responses and decision process to understand the obstacles before agreeing how to move the search forward.
Restart a stalled search
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Selective Contingency Search
For clearly defined mid-to-senior roles where we have relevant market knowledge and access to the hiring stakeholders. We accept assignments selectively so each search receives the attention it needs.
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Roles and Sectors
Our focus is on mid-to-senior professionals, functional heads, leadership and executive appointments. Before accepting a mandate, we assess the sector, function, specialist requirements and candidate market to confirm where we can add value.
Vacancy-cost calculator
What is the open role costing your business?
An unfilled position can delay decisions, stretch your team and take leaders away from other priorities. Use the calculator to estimate the cost of the vacancy and another 90 days of delay.
If the search has stalled, let’s examine what is holding it back.
Discuss a hiring requirement
Anandhi Thangavelu
Founder & Principal Consultant
About
CornerSearchConsultants
CornerSearch Consultants is a Bengaluru-based executive search firm helping organisations hire talent for critical mid-to-senior and leadership roles. We offer Retained Search, Search Recovery and selective Contingency Search, with a focus on understanding each client’s business needs and identifying candidates suited to the role and organisation.
Founded by Anandhi Thangavelu, CornerSearch draws on her close to 20 years of experience on both sides of the hiring decision—in executive search firms and in-house leadership hiring at Indegene and Syngene International. She works directly with clients to understand their hiring needs and guide each search through to joining.
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Frequently asked questions
Useful answers before we start.
Have a question that isn’t covered here? Ask Anandhi directly
What recruitment services does CornerSearch offer?
We offer retained search, search recovery and selective contingency recruitment for critical mid-to-senior, leadership and executive appointments. The engagement depends on the complexity, confidentiality and business importance of the role.
Can you help if other recruitment agencies have already worked on the role?
Yes. Our search recovery service starts by examining what previous activity has revealed. We review the brief, candidate feedback, compensation expectations and interview process before deciding how to restart or redirect the search.
Which industries and roles do you recruit for?
We assess each mandate against our experience, market knowledge and access to relevant talent. Share the sector, function and seniority of the role, and we can confirm whether CornerSearch is the right search partner.
How long does an executive search take?
Timelines depend on the role, availability of suitable talent, interview schedules and notice periods. We agree an initial search plan with you and discuss any changes as market feedback emerges. Shortlisting, selection and joining are separate milestones.
Which locations do you cover?
Please include the role’s location and any relocation or cross-border requirements when you contact us. We will confirm geographical coverage and our ability to support the relevant candidate market before accepting the assignment.
Will Anandhi be involved throughout the search?
Yes. Anandhi works directly with clients and remains involved in the brief, candidate assessment and decisions through to joining. You have continuity with the person who understands the requirement.
How are recruitment fees agreed?
Fees are calculated as a percentage of the selected candidate’s annual CTC. The applicable fee, engagement structure and commercial terms are confirmed before the mandate begins.
Contact
Let’s discuss the appointment you need to make.
Whether you are starting a new search or reconsidering one that has stalled, share the role and what makes it important. Anandhi will review the requirement and get in touch to discuss how CornerSearch can help.
Prefer to speak on WhatsApp?
Discuss a hiring requirement on WhatsAppAnandhi ThangaveluFounder & Principal Consultant
anandhi@cornersearchconsultants.com +91 99455 11481