FAQ
For Clients
Why should I use Makana Partners?
Our consultants have between 10 to 15 years of recruitment experience. They are able to walk you through the intricacies of recruiting professionals across various niches and can advise on how to mitigate challenges in finding talent in Japan. Over the years, they have built extensive networks that are not easily accessible through direct sourcing. As a boutique search firm, we have very few hands-off clients, allowing us to have maximum reach. Unlike other search firms that work on many searches concurrently, we focus on only a handful of searches at any one time to ensure we dedicate the proper resources to achieve results.
1. What services does a recruitment consultancy provide?
Recruitment consultancies add value to businesses by sourcing professionals with the relevant experience and qualifications that best match a company’s staffing needs. At Makana Partners, we specialize in permanent recruitment across all professional industries at the senior-executive level. Our consultants provide a consultative and non-prescriptive approach to ensure we introduce bilingual professionals relevant to companies competing in Japan and the global market.
2. What is the fee structure for Makana Partners’ recruitment services?
Makana Partners charges a hiring organization only after the successful placement of a candidate in the case of a contingent search or through installments in the case of a retained search. While contract terms can vary between industries and job functions, our fee structure is highly competitive with market rates.
3. What is the difference between contingent and retained search?
Contingent search is a recruitment model where the recruiter is compensated only upon successfully placing a candidate, often working non-exclusively and rapidly to compete with other recruiters, typically for lower to mid-level positions. Conversely, retained search involves an upfront fee, ensuring a more exclusive and thorough search process, generally for higher-level or executive roles, with payment made irrespective of the hiring outcome, guaranteeing a dedicated and comprehensive candidate search.
4. What type of candidates do you introduce to companies?
We identify the highest quality bilingual, globally-minded candidates at the senior to executive level. We have access to some of the largest and most comprehensive databases in the world. This, coupled with our consultants’ experience and networks in their respective fields, allows us to have unlimited reach. The majority of professionals in our database possess business-level English fluency, ensuring that only the highest caliber candidates with relevant skill sets are introduced to fulfill your specific job requirements.
5. How do I get started with using Makana Partners’ recruitment service?
Contact us today. One of our recruitment specialists will reach out to tailor a recruitment solution to best fit your unique staffing needs.
For Candidates
Why should I use Makana Partners?
As part of Horton International, a Top 40 Global Executive Search Group, we are working on unique retained searches that are exclusive to Makana Partners. In addition, we are a candidate-centric organization, so that means we don't consider just your near-term goals, but also your long-term personal ambitions. All of our consultants have between 10 to 15 years of recruitment experience, so they can guide you through the interview process and help you negotiate an attractive offer.
1. Why did I receive a message?
Our mission at Makana Partners Executive Search is to identify the best talent available in the market. Through consistent research and relationship building, we expand our network to connect our clients, including successful startups and multinationals, with exceptional individuals. If you received a call from us, it means we are interested in learning more about you and how we can support your career aspirations.
2. How did you learn about me?
If you have previously met with one of our consultants, your information is stored in our database. Additionally, we research publicly available information and rely on referrals from professionals in your industry to identify outstanding talent.
3. Why should I contact you back?
Our goal is to share valuable information about your profession and industry, helping you understand your market value and available opportunities. From career counseling to resume reviews and interview preparation, we support you at every step of your professional journey.
4. What if I am not looking for a job right now?
Many professionals we connect with are not actively seeking new opportunities. Our aim is to build long-term relationships and provide valuable insights. We want to help you make the perfect career move, whether it’s in the near future or several years down the line. We won’t spam you with irrelevant opportunities; instead, we strive to understand your career goals and reach out with the best-fit opportunities.
5. Are there any strings attached to your service?
There are no strings, hidden costs, or obligations attached to using our services as a candidate. All our offerings, including career consulting and application support, are completely free of charge for candidates.
6. How do I get started with using Makana Partners’ recruitment service?
Contact us today. One of our recruitment specialists will reach out to tailor a recruitment solution to best fit your unique staffing needs.
We are your premier executive search agent, dedicated to accelerating your candidate attraction strategy for bilingual talent in Japan.
Reach out today for a discovery call and learn how the exceptional candidates we introduce can add significant value to your organization.