Our expertise - Executive Recruitment Office
Our expertise - Executive Recruitment Office +
Recruiting an executive, CEO, or HR Director is never a trivial decision: it is a strategic choice that shapes the company's trajectory for years to come.
Alphéa Executive
is the entity of the
Alphéa Conseil
group dedicated to these critical challenges:
organisational audits
,
direct executive search
(headhunting), and
strategic HR support
, combining the rigor of a specialised agency with the boots-on-the-ground knowledge of a national network established in 2007. Our consultants are former executives, HR Directors, or operational managers themselves: they speak the language of the board room, not that of an HR intermediary.
Alphéa Executive at a glance
Born from the operational expertise of the
Alphéa Conseil
group's leaders,
Alphéa Executive
addresses the specific demands of strategic roles:
sensitive
recruitment
,
organisational
transformations
,
evolving
governance
, crisis situations, or rapid scaling.
We work alongside:
- Business leaders and business owners
(SMEs, mid-caps, groups),
- Executive committee members
(ExCo / Board),
- Chief Executive Officers
(CEOs),
- Human Resources Directors
(CHROs / HR Directors),
- Chief Financial Officers
(CFOs),
- Sales, Marketing, and Operations Directors,
- Senior executives and high potentials
preparing for succession.
Why partner with an executive search firm?
Leaders of SMEs, mid-caps, and corporate groups face growing pressures: talent shortages for high-level responsibilities, rapid organisational changes, short-term performance demands, and executive isolation. 7 out of 10 SME leaders state they would like better guidance in their
strategic decisions
(data source to be cited before publication, see note at end of document).
A generalist headhunting firm can find candidates. A specialised executive firm challenges your brief upfront, validates the role's alignment with your actual organisation, and stakes its credibility on long-term post-placement support, rather than a simple introduction.
A generalist headhunting firm can find candidates. A specialised executive firm challenges your brief upfront, validates the role's alignment with your actual organisation, and stakes its credibility on long-term post-placement support, rather than a simple introduction.
Partnering with Alphéa Executive means relying on:
- An external strategic perspective, free from internal hierarchical ties,
- A methodology proven across hundreds of executive recruitment assignments,
- Absolute confidentiality,
essential for sensitive mandates (replacements, succession, restructuring),
- Results-oriented support,
measurable over time.
Our three areas of expertise
- Audit and diagnostic:
A structured external review of your organisation, governance, and HR processes to de-risk your decisions before taking action. →
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- Executive Search & Direct Approach:
Targeted headhunting of candidates thoroughly assessed on behavior, skills, and motivation for your most critical hires, backed by 6 months of post-onboarding support. →
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- Strategic and operational HR guidance:
A dedicated partner to prepare and secure your HR decisions: reorganisations, remuneration strategies, and board structuring. →
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Our 5-step methodology
- Requirement scoping: In-depth analysis of the role, governance, and organizational culture alongside key decision-makers (owner, board, CHRO).
- Mapping and direct approach:
Targeted identification and engagement of executive profiles, whether actively looking or passively open to opportunities.
- In-depth assessment:
Structured interviews, behavioural assessments, reference checks, and career path verification.
- Shortlist presentation:
A refined selection of fully qualified candidates accompanied by comprehensive assessment reports.
- Post-onboarding follow-up:
Continuous support for both the candidate and the employer through the probationary period.
Sectors we serve
Alphéa
Executive
supports organisations across diverse sectors: retail & distribution, FMCG/agri-food, engineering & manufacturing, construction & civil engineering, and marketing & communications. This sector diversity fosters a 360° perspective
on both business and human challenges
, enabling us to deliver deep industry expertise rather than a generic executive search formula.
FAQ
1. What is the difference between a standard recruitment agency and an executive search firm?
A standard recruitment agency handles high volume hires using standardized processes. An executive firm like Alphéa Executive focuses on a limited number of high-stakes mandates (CEOs, C-suite, strategic roles), utilising a direct search (headhunting) approach rather than job postings , backed by extended follow-up support post-placement.
2. How long does an executive search mandate take?
An executive assignment typically takes between 8 to 14 weeks from initial scoping to candidate presentation, depending on the rarity of the target profile and the complexity of the role.
3. Does Alphéa Executive operate outside the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region?
Yes. Alphéa Executive leverages the nationwide Alphéa Conseil network to deliver executive search assignments across France and internationally, covering C-level, HR, finance, and commercial management roles.
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