Board Member Recruitment

Fontes’ professional recruitment team handles all aspects of the search process to find the right candidates for you. The strategic and result-driven process is carried out in close cooperation with the client.

Our service value proposition

  • Expertise and understanding of board work

    We have extensive experience working with boards and understand the responsibilities of a board member. We find members who bring added value and whose strategic vision supports your company’s long-term goals.

  • Network and market insight

    We have strong market insight and a well-established network within the target group. We’re connected to talents interested in board roles and can identify individuals with the right competencies.

  • Validation

    We use assessment methods and tools to identify potential and find candidates who match your company’s needs. Through tests and simulations, we ensure that board members can contribute effectively and adapt to a changing business environment.

  • Strategic flexibility

    We take a flexible approach to find individuals who match the company’s stage of development and specific needs. In collaboration with the client, we define the key competencies and qualities required to meet future challenges.

Service description

Fontes’ recruitment consultants have the experience to identify board members who can operate effectively in diverse conditions, adapt to business strategies, and collaborate in achieving company goals.

By systematically mapping the market and competencies, the Fontes recruitment team can reach candidates who are well-suited for the significant responsibilities of a board role.

We assess candidate potential and competencies using a variety of ability and personality tests, as well as role-based simulations. Together with you, we define the evaluation framework—identifying the key competencies and traits needed to succeed in the role or face future challenges. Every individual is unique, so we avoid rigid frameworks and instead consider the nuances of the role, responsibilities, and the person.

Our assessment methods include:

Tests

  • Numerical reasoning test
  • Deductive reasoning test
  • Work-related personality questionnaire
  • Motivation questionnaire

Interviews combining:

  • Feedback interview based on test results
  • Focused interview
  • Motivation interview

Simulations and tasks:

  • Communication style assessment
  • Exercises to evaluate teamwork, customer orientation, and leadership capability
  • Strategic task
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Client stories

  • Fontes’ key strengths as a recruitment and headhunting partner are undoubtedly their experience and professionalism. Working with Fontes has given us confidence that the candidates they recommend are truly the best fit for both our company and the specific role. Projects are managed swiftly and expertly, with candidates feeling supported throughout the process. What’s been especially valuable for us is the honest feedback about the talent market and the practical suggestions on how to reach our goals. The Fontes team remains flexible throughout and, when needed, we've found entirely different solutions together than originally planned.

  • I’ve used Fontes’ services for over ten years. Their service is consistently professional because they take the time to deeply understand our company’s needs and look for candidates who not only meet the knowledge and skill requirements but also fit well with our team. They always follow up to see whether the hiring decision was the right one. I sincerely recommend Fontes.

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