Host Doug English welcomes Charles Shanley, a veteran executive recruiter with over 25 years of experience in the credit union and banking industries. Charles shares his journey from a family of headhunters to establishing Shanley Search Partners, where he specializes in placing top-tier talent in credit unions across the country.
C-Suite Executive Recruiting Firm
Find the right person to lead your business with Shanley Search Partners, a strategic advisory firm dedicated to connecting exceptional people with forward-looking clients. Our c suite executive recruiting solutions utilize cutting-edge recruitment tools, a database of over 80,000 resumes, a massive connections network, assessment science, and behavioral analysis to find talented leaders who align with your company's culture, values, and expectations.
Read on to learn more about our success in one of the fastest growing credit unions in California.
C-Suite, done right
Titles such as Chief Executive Officer, or CEO, and Chief Financial Officer, or CFO, as well as Chief Operations Officer, or COO, come to mind when thinking of the C-Suite. As an exective recruting firm, we understand people in these positions are the most powerful and influential at a company and, in the case of large organizations with global footprints, the world.
As markets change, businesses come under increased pressure to be agile and fast-moving. Our executive placement search helps meet the growing need for a broader range of expertise around the boardroom table. A versatile and robust executive mobilizes everyone in an organization and propels its vision and strategy forward.
Finding talent that best fits your business from the packed field of qualified applications can be challenging, time-consuming, and risky. Shanley Search Partners is a CEO executive search firm that delivers C-Suite executive recruiting solutions that can be measured. While we can find talent for any role, here are common positions we seek out:
- Chief Executive Officer
- Chief Financial Officer
- Chief Operating Officer
- Chief Information Officer
- Chief Lending Officer
- Chief Administrative Officer
- Executive Vice President
- Senior Vice President
- Vice President
- Manager
- Information Technology
- Finance and Accounting
- Branch Management
- Mortgage and Consumer Lending
- Commercial Lending
- Accounting & Finance
- Marketing
- Risk Management
- Compliance
- Collections/Default Services
Changing culture
With decades of executive search and leadership consulting experience, Shanley Search Partners finds leaders from a wide array of industries, functions, and locations. With our C-Suite executive recruiting solutions we help organizations find outstanding leaders capable of driving breakthrough company performance, improving team effectiveness, and supporting strategic or cultural transformations.
By examining your operations, strategy, workplace environment, and future goals, our expert team identifies candidates capable of making critical management decisions that move your organization to the forefront of its industry. Here's our innovative three-phase approach for identifying high-quality executive leadership:
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Phase 1
Understand the performance needs of your organization and develop a plan to attract ideal candidates.
This includes:
- Reviewing long-range goals.
- Detailed discussions with current leadership or search committees.
- Identifying core competencies for the position.
Our expert team examines the following to determine the type of leadership sought:
- Operations
- Strategy
- Workplace environment
- Future goals
They then canvass an array of industries, functions, and locations for prospective candidates.
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Phase 2
Utilize the resources listed to identify potential candidates:
- Extensive professional contacts and networks
- Advertising resources
- social media channels
- targeted proactive recruitment campaigns
Once potential candidates are identified, they're evaluated based on:
- Critical competencies for the position
- Performance record
- Interview skills
- Specific requirements
- Cultural fit
Qualifications, competencies, and professional experience are analyzed, but focus, innovation, and motivation also come into play.
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Phase 3
Present candidates that meet your requirements. Candidates that pass our extensive screening process will go through a series of interviews until the absolute best have risen to the top.
Shanley Search Partners doesn't just submit resumes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What industries does Shanley Search Partners specialize in?
While we have a broad range of experience across various functions, we are nationally recognized specialists in the financial services sector. Our primary expertise lies in executive recruitment for Credit Unions, Banks, and FinTech companies. We understand the unique regulatory environments and leadership demands of these institutions.
How does your executive search process differ from standard recruitment?
Our process is rooted in deep discovery. We utilize a three-phase approach—Insight, Recruitment, and Selection—that includes:
- On-site visits to evaluate company culture.
- Board and management surveys to align on the ideal candidate profile.
- Behavioral analysis and assessment science to ensure a "culture fit" beyond just technical skills.
- Rigorous vetting, including personality profiling and comprehensive background checks
Do you offer both Retained and Contingency search options?
Yes. We understand that every organization has different needs and risk tolerances. We offer Retained Search for high-priority C-level roles, as well as Contingency Search, Direct Placement, and Contract-to-Hire scenarios for various management levels.
How do you find passive candidates who aren't actively looking?
This is where our 25+ years of experience and database of over 80,000 resumes come into play. We utilize targeted direct sourcing (warm and cold calling), expansive networking groups, and LinkedIn Recruiter tools to engage top-tier talent who are currently successful in their roles and not browsing job boards.
Can you help with internal candidate evaluations?
Absolutely. Many organizations want to compare internal talent against the external market. We provide Internal Candidate Evaluations using the same rigorous assessment science and benchmarking we use for external prospects to provide an objective, data-driven recommendation.
How long does a typical executive search take?
While every search is unique, a standard executive search typically takes between 90 to 120 days from the initial discovery phase to the final offer acceptance. We provide weekly status updates to keep your search committee informed throughout the entire timeline.
Work With Us
If time is your institution's most precious resource, the thought of not having the right leader in place should hit home. There is a loss in production, possibly some distractions, and a negative impact on morale. The total effect is challenging to calculate, especially for a senior leadership role at a company in a critical growth phase.
Find the right leader for your organization with board & CEO executive search services from Shanley Search Partners.
Contact us for additional information about our CEO recruitment services.
