Founder-led
One point of contact
Chris leads the conversation from defining the role through interviews, offer discussions, and transition follow-up.
The Oxford Advantage
Direct access. Wider reach.
Work directly with Oxford’s founder and draw on specialist recruiting relationships when the assignment calls for them.
Partner-connected
Coverage shaped around the search
Oxford draws on both recruiting partner relationships and independent recruiters when additional industry expertise or geographic coverage would help.
Search process
From mandate to decision.
Know what the search is looking for, how candidates will be evaluated, and what the market is telling us.
Explore the search processDefine the mandate
Agree on what the hire needs to accomplish, where to look, and which experience matters most.
Map and approach the market
Identify relevant companies and people, then reach out directly. Bring in specialist recruiting partners where the search benefits from added coverage.
Assess and introduce
Compare candidates against the same priorities and explain what each person brings, what motivates them, and what still needs to be explored.
Guide the decision
Keep both sides informed through interviews and offer discussions, then follow up through the transition.
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