Kawas Consulting is a premier executive search firm that specializes in placing world-class senior talent in
the Middle East and North Africa.
With almost fifteen years of experience, we excel at providing quality service and building strong
business relationships with our clients. Most of all, we are passionate about making the right match. Our
network across all major industries, coupled with our experience in research across the Levant, Gulf, and
North Africa, enables us to identify the best available candidates swiftly and successfully.
Our philosophy is to be your business partner rather than a service provider. We are thus the advisors of
choice among leading organizations who seek guidance and counsel on senior and executive
requirements.
ABOUT K A W A S
CONSULTING
Kawas Consulting S.A.L., 1st and Mezzanine flr, Lyan Bldg. 145 Habib Bacha El Saad Street, Achrafieh, Beirut, Lebanon
Tel and Fax: +961 1 3 98222 / +961 1 397277 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.kawasconsulting.com
WHY KAWAS
Kawas Consulting is managed by Aouni Kawas who has a long-standing business consulting track record
and possesses excellent operational knowledge of the MENA region’s business landscape. With his team
of experts, the consultancy delivers quality executive search, often across international boundaries.
The client service teams are supported by first-rate associates and researchers, and backed by best
practice technology. Their understanding of context means they have effective insight into the
conditions that can affect both clients and candidates.
A key benefit of using our service is the insight gained via our research process; you will receive fresh
business intelligence on relevant markets, available talent, and candidate expectations.
Best-in-practice tools, online and offline, and conventional and non-conventional methods are
employed to ensure that a search is thorough and meets your needs by presenting you with fine-tuned
shortlist reports.
Our extensive network of contacts and ability to work discretely allows us to source talent from all over
the world.
K A W A S
CONSULTING
Kawas Consulting S.A.L., 1st and Mezzanine flr, Lyan Bldg. 145 Habib Bacha El Saad Street, Achrafieh, Beirut, Lebanon
Tel and Fax: +961 1 3 98222 / +961 1 397277 / E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.kawasconsulting.com
70% of all candidates are not actively looking;
companies need to actively recruit top talent.
K A W A S
CONSULTING
WHY SEARCH
Kawas Consulting S.A.L., 1st and Mezzanine flr, Lyan Bldg. 145 Habib Bacha El Saad Street, Achrafieh, Beirut, Lebanon Tel
and Fax: +961 1 3 98222 / +961 1 397277 / E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.kawasconsulting.com
WHY RETAINED SEARCH
The most desirable candidates are satisfied with their jobs and do not actively seek new employment.
If they did, they would not do it through job postings, advertised positions, and contingency
employment agencies.
They would also have concerns about sending their confidential information to an unsolicited source
directly to a competitor in their industry.
So, a key to finding non-active (passive and hidden) candidates is via mapping; the process of
identifying the right candidates, across the competitive landscape and in parallel industries, by position
and function.
Why extensive research? Because we know it is critical to hire not just any qualified person, but the most
qualified person available.
We are a search firm. We conduct market research to find candidates.
Not on job boards.
Not on database.
And no recycled candidates.
We not only provide you with resumes, but also insightful, consultative information about the market in
general.
K A W A S
CONSULTING
Kawas Consulting S.A.L., 1st and Mezzanine flr, Lyan Bldg. 145 Habib Bacha El Saad Street, Achrafieh, Beirut, Lebanon
Tel and Fax: +961 1 3 98222 / +961 1 397277 / E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.kawasconsulting.com
WHY RETAINED SEARCH
Understanding your requirements
Prior to the commencement of any assignment, we strive to develop a complete understanding of your
requirements, thus ensuring that we place executives with the ideal background, capability, attitude,
and cultural fit, quickly and effectively.
Candidate approach
We approach passive candidates in a compelling way that opens them to the possibility of considering
a new opportunity, even if they may not be looking for one. It takes a great deal of professionalism and
attentiveness to build the trust necessary at this level in order to do so.
Candidate screening
We are specialized, by industry and by function. As such we can ‘dig deeply’ via 2 routes:
a) minimum requirements stipulated in the Position Specification;
b) interviews while utilizing behavioral and competency based techniques.
As search consultants, we make a dedicated effort on ensuring best fit both in terms of competency,
character, and culture.
Reference checking
Falsehood and exaggeration have unfortunately become a staple in CV writing and candidate
interviewing. Misleading candidate information leads to costly hiring mistakes; not only is this an
investment loss, but company reputation and brand image can be harmed. Reference checking is a
critical aspect of avoiding this trap; it allows us to confirm the accuracy of judgments about the
candidate’s suitability and to assure authenticity of all relevant information gathered about the
candidate.
Kawas Consulting S.A.L., 1st and Mezzanine flr, Lyan Bldg. 145 Habib Bacha El Saad Street, Achrafieh, Beirut, Lebanon
Tel and Fax: +961 1 3 98222 / +961 1 397277 / E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.kawasconsulting.com
EXPERTISE
Kawas Consulting has been recruiting for the Middle East , North Africa and Europe regions since 2003.
Covering the Middle East & North Africa from Libya to the Levant, to the GCC & Iraq & Europe.
Business focus on the following verticals:
Conglomerates
Government Institutions
Consumer Markets/ FMCG
Industrial including Manufacturing
Energy, Oil & Gas
Banking & Financial Services
Pharmaceuticals
Technology/ IT/ Telecommunications
Construction, Real Estate & Building Materials
Higher Education & Non Profit
K A W A S
CONSULTING
Kawas Consulting S.A.L., 1st and Mezzanine flr, Lyan Bldg. 145 Habib Bacha El Saad Street, Achrafieh, Beirut, Lebanon
Tel and Fax: +961 1 3 98222 / +961 1 397277 / KSA : +966504621165 E-mail: [email protected] Web:
www.kawasconsulting.com
CLIENTS
Our clients range across industries; from the region’s largest companies to medium-sized businesses and
start-ups. We also provide our services to social organizations.
Clients include:
Major financial institutions
Leading building and infrastructure contractors/ designers / consultants / EPC / Oil & Gas
Regional medical equipment distributors
Governments
Major card manufacturers and payment solution providers
Universities
Major trading companies
Major industrial companies
K A W A S
CONSULTING
Kawas Consulting S.A.L., 1st and Mezzanine flr, Lyan Bldg. 145 Habib Bacha El Saad Street, Achrafieh, Beirut, Lebanon
Tel and Fax: +961 1 3 98222 / +961 1 397277 / E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.kawasconsulting.com
PROCESS K A W A S
CONSULTING
Meeting between Kawas
& client
Dedicated team selected and
search strategy defined
Short-list report
compiled
Long-List Profiles created and
communicated
Candidates identified and opportunity introduced
Qualification and detailed
assessment conducted
Meeting with client to discuss
findings and profiles
Candidate briefed for face-to-face meeting
with client
Conduct final reference
checks
Guide candidate and client in
transition phase
Assist, guide and facilitate
client/candidate negotiations
Candidate and client
debrief after initial meeting
Kawas Consulting S.A.L., 1st and Mezzanine flr, Lyan Bldg. 145 Habib Bacha El Saad Street, Achrafieh, Beirut, Lebanon
Tel and Fax: +961 1 3 98222 / +961 1 397277 / E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.kawasconsulting.com
SEARCH METHODOLOGY
Prior to any search, we determine the search strategy. We
map out the leading companies within your industry and
parallel industries in order to prepare a target list.
Our Research Team scans the Middle East, Africa, the
Gulf, Europe as well as broader international markets,
depending on the scope of the search.
We probe our contacts and conduct fresh research,
targeting candidates who possess the required technical
skills and who are in relevant roles within reputable firms in
the designated markets.
Research on Related
Industries
Research on Related
Countries
Communi- cation flow of
info. between Kawas and
Client
Research on Related
Companies/ Competitors
Research on Main Players/
Individuals
Our Project Team executes assignments in line with our
scientific methodology. A key pillar of a successful search
is the constant flow of information between our Consultant
and the main point of contact within your organization;
this will ensure that our search is on track and within the
established search parameters.
Our commitment to excellence in execution allows us to
locate and present the right candidates within the pre-
agreed timescales.
K A W A S
CONSULTING
Kawas Consulting S.A.L., 1st and Mezzanine flr, Lyan Bldg. 145 Habib Bacha El Saad Street, Achrafieh, Beirut, Lebanon
Tel and Fax: +961 1 3 98222 / +961 1 397277 / E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.kawasconsulting.com
ASSESSMENT METHODOLOGY
The entire value chain rests upon the accuracy of the Position Specification, based specifically on the
minimum requirements of the position.
Candidates approached are therefore assessed to objectively and scientifically ascertain whether they
are meeting the pre-agreed minimum requirements.
Only candidates that meet the minimum requirements are taken through to the Long List phase.
When these profiles are approved, selected shortlisted candidates are interviewed face-to-face. Best-fit
candidates are thereon presented to the Client.
We employ competency-based assessment tools and techniques
to ensure that we execute objective candidate assessments. The
main purpose for this is to ensure that we assess candidates
scientifically.
One approach used is the Position Specification. This document
defines the key performance areas of the position as well as the
minimum requirements of the ideal candidate in terms of
competence (qualifications, skills, experience and personality
profile).
K A W A S
CONSULTING
Kawas Consulting S.A.L., 1st and Mezzanine flr, Lyan Bldg. 145 Habib Bacha El Saad Street, Achrafieh, Beirut, Lebanon
Tel and Fax: +961 1 3 98222 / +961 1 397277 / E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.kawasconsulting.com
QUALITY MANAGEMENT
We place quality at the center of everything we do and adhere to world-class management and
operational principles, practices, and procedures;
o We work upon a predefined Project Plan;
o We utilize efficient communication strategies to ensure a continuous flow of information with
clients and candidates;
o Client and candidate confidentiality is non-negotiable;
o The implementation of our methodology is strictly adhered to;
o We utilize competency-based assessment tools;
o We conduct detailed references checks.
K A W A S
CONSULTING
Kawas Consulting S.A.L., 1st and Mezzanine flr, Lyan Bldg. 145 Habib Bacha El Saad Street, Achrafieh, Beirut, Lebanon
Tel and Fax: +961 1 3 98222 / +961 1 397277 / E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.kawasconsulting.com
Concluded Searches
Our Main Partners Since Inception
Our Main Partners Since Inception
Agribusiness
Chief Executive Officer
Group Finance Manager
General Manager
Audit & Accounting
Chief Accountant
Architecture/Design
General Manager
Marketing Manager
Mechanical Engineer
Senior Architect
Senior Interior Designer
Civil-Structural Inspector
HSE Officer
Automotive
General Manager
Sales Manager
C& B Manager
Concluded Searches
Banking & Financial Services
Vice President
Group Chief Financial Officer
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Chief Financial Officer
Vice President of HR
General Manager
Finance Manager
Head of Accounting Department
Head of Internal Audit
Head of Relationship Management
Head of IT Architecture
Credit Analysis Unit Head
Business Relationship Manager
Business Development Manager
Senior Relationship Manager
IT Manager
HR Manager
Wealth Manager
Branch Managers
Sales Manager
Building & Construction Materials
Head of Engineering
Area Sales Manager
Operations Manager
HR Manager
Chief Accountant
Sales Manager
Sales Manager – Kitchen & Building Materials
Sales Manager – Construction & Equipment
Plant Manager
Consumer Products
CFO
CMO
HRD
Account Director
Concluded Searches
Chemicals
HR Manager
Plant Manager
Conglomerate
Chief Accountant
Finance Manager
Internal Audit Manager
Business Development Manager
Real Estate Manager
Sales Manager
Construction/Contracting
Vice President
Group CPO
Chief Executive Officer
Chief Financial Officer
COO – Elevators Division
Deputy Projects Director
General Manager
Finance Director
HR Director
Projects Director
Finance Manager
Contracts Administrator
HR Manager
Operations Manager
Construction Manager
Equipment Manager
Estimation Manager
Tendering Manager
Engineering Manager
IT Manager
Projects Manager
Chief Accountant
Senior Planner
Marketing Manager
Consumer Electronics
Chief Financial Officer
Chief Marketing Officer
General Manager
HR Director
Operations Manager
Project Manager
Marketing Manager
Account Director
Service Manager
Showroom Manager
Consumer Products
Group Financial Manager
Group Supply Chain Manager
Sales & Marketing Manager
Educational Institutions
Chief Accountant
IT Manager
Event Services
Country Manager
HRD
Project Manager
Concluded Searches
FMCG
General Manager
Head of Legal
Head of Internal Audit
Group Finance Manager
Finance Manager
National Sales Manager
Regional Marketing Manager
Group Supply Chain Director
Group Sales & Marketing Manager
Route to Market Expert
Sales Manager – Traditional Trade
Senior Brand Manager
Group Internal Audit
Group Legal Head
CFO
MENA Export Manager
Food & Beverage
General Manager
Operations Manager
Restaurant Manager
Sales Manager
Plant Manager
Executive Chef
Furniture/ Retail/ Luxury Goods
Chief Commercial Officer
General Manager
Business Development Partner
Finance Manager
Business Development Manager
Retail Operations Manager
Sales & Marketing Manager
Chief Accountant
HR Manager
Procurement Manager
Production Manager
Operations Manager
Sales Manager
Kitchen & Wardrobe Sales Manager
Fashion Store Manager
Senior Commercial Officer
Showroom Manager
Boutique Manager
Store Manager
Concluded Searches in the
MENA & Europe Regions
Government
Shared Services Director
Communication Advisor
Macroeconomics Advisor
Education Institution Expert
Education Evaluation Expert
PMO Strategy Officer
Expert Statisticians
Finance Expert
HR Expert
Legal Expert
Senior Security Engineer
Senior Business Analyst
Economists
Higher Education
Chief Scientific Officer
Director of Environmental Studies
Associate Vice President of Research
Senior Legal Adviser
Import & Export/ Logistics
Business Development Manager – GM
Agency Director
Operations Manager
HR Manager
Sales Manager
Vehicle Workshop Manager
Senior Legal Adviser
Industrial/ Manufacturing
General Manager
Finance Manager
Marketing Manager
Compensations & Benefits Manager
Production Manager
Construction Manager
Diary Plant Manager
Cement Plant Manager
Roasted Nuts Expert
Dairy R&D Expert
Bakery & Pastry Plant Manager
Information Technology
Chief Executive Officer
General Manager
Operations Manager
Projects Manager
Sales Manager
Plant Manager
Account Director
International Organization/ NGO
Chief Executive Officer
Chief Project Accountants
Head of Education
Outreach Program Manager
Treasury Manager
Outreach Program Executive
Lighting
Sales & Marketing Manager
Showroom Manager
Maintenance
Sales Manager
Management Consulting
Senior HR Coordinator
Senior Marketing Coordinator
Mechanical/ Industrial Engineering
Chief Operations Officer
Sales & Marketing Manager
Medical/ Equipment & Supplies
Group CFO
Chief Human Resources Officer
Chief Strategy Officer
Finance Manager
Chief Accountant
Compensations & Benefits Manager
Dermatologist
Plastic Surgeon
Concluded Searches
Mills/ Carton Production
Management Program
Mobile Services/ Telecom
Chief Executive Officer
Chief Financial Officer
Chief Marketing Officer
Human Resources Director
IT Director
General Manager
Operations Manager
HR Manager
Project Manager
Showroom Manager
Media
Country Manager
Commercial Director
Business Development Manager
IT Project Manager
Sales Manager
Technical Manager
IT Manager
Oil & Gas
General Manager
Sales & Marketing Manager
CEO
Projects Control Manager
CFO
Contracts Manager
Business Development Manager
Procurement Manager
HSE Manager
Pharmaceutical
Head of Regulatory Affairs
Demand Planning Manager
Iraq Country Manager
Concluded Searches
Warehousing Services
Engineering Manager
Waist Management
CEO
Wood Trading/ Manufacturing
Financial Controller
Internal Audit Manager
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CONSULTING
Concluded Searches
Real Estate
Sales & Marketing Director
Project Director
Sales & Marketing Manager
Chief Accountant
Development Manager
Operations Manager & Project Coordinator
Site Project Manager
Senior Project Manager
Head of Legal
Steel Industry/ Steel Trading
Chief Financial Officer
General Manager
Operations Manager
Utilities
Automotive Workshop Manager
Venture Capital
Vice President
1- Mezzanine and 1st. Floor, Lyan Building
145 Habib Bacha El Saad Street
Achrafieh
Beirut
Lebanon
+961 1 398222 / +961 1 397277
+961 3 111694
www.kawasconsulting.com
K A W A S
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