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Executive Search

Sometimes you need a hammer to build at speed. Other times, a scalpel to make the perfect cut.

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A different team, a different philosophy - the same passion.

Our Executive Search practice is built to place leaders with precision, delivering the vision and impact that drive SaaS growth.

"The consultants at Saiyo are able to identify and secure world class executive talent. Their hyper focus on customer experience is a differentiator”
santhosh
S. Srirambhatla

CTO, Blue Ridge Global

"The Saiyo team are extremely talented and insightful professionals. Having helped me source top notch talent to fuel the growth of the company"
mike
Mike Parrella

CEO, Powwr

"Saiyo deliver an unparalleled level of service, allowing us to scale at pace, with the right people, while exceeding expectations"
Cedric
Cedric Vandervynckt

CSO, Skeepers

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At Saiyo, we know scaling teams at speed requires one mindset and securing senior leadership takes another. That’s why our executive search function is a dedicated team, built on a different philosophy, but driven by the same passion to help SaaS companies grow.

One team delivers the momentum to scale quickly. The other applies the precision to place the leaders who guide that growth. Together, they give you the best of both worlds - speed and scale, balanced with strategy and impact.

Precision in every step.

Discovery

We align on goals, culture, and leadership needs.
→ 95% of placements still in role after 12 months

Market Mapping

Targeted headhunting and competitor benchmarking.
→ Global network across UK, EU, US, APAC & META

Screening

Every candidate goes through a 3-stage competency assessment.
→ Only 15% of longlist make the final shortlist

Shortlist & Write-Up

Detailed candidate packs with insights, scoring and fit analysis.
→ Average shortlist delivered in under 20 business days

Interview Management

End-to-end process management to keep momentum high.
→ 4:1 interview-to-placement ratio

Offer & Onboarding

offer negotiation support and onboarding integration.
→ 94% offer acceptance rate

Offer & Onboarding

Risk-free executive hiring

We remove the uncertainty from senior hiring. With guaranteed delivery, transparent reporting, and fees aligned to outcomes, you get complete confidence in every search. No wasted spend, no endless timelines - just world-class leaders placed with precision.

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Hidden 70%

The best leaders aren’t applying to job ads - they’re busy running companies. Our headhunters combine market mapping, AI search, and direct outreach to engage passive talent you won’t find on the open market, giving you access to the hidden 70% of candidates.

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Real-time visibility

No black boxes, no guesswork. With live portal access and Slack integration, you can see every stage of the search in real time - from outreach and pipelines to candidate feedback. Full visibility, total accountability.

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Smarter hiring

Get competitor compensation models, hiring trends, growth goals, culture insights, and more - that shape smarter hiring decisions and strengthen your talent strategy.

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Executive hiring isn’t just about filling a role - it’s about shaping the future of a company. That’s why our philosophy is built on precision, transparency, and partnership. We combine rigorous competency screening with market intelligence and a global network to deliver leaders who not only fit the role but drive lasting impact.

20

Days to shortlist

Despite the quality and thoroughness of our process we are able to deliver 'Executive' candidate shortlist's in under 20 business days. 

97%

Offer Acceptance Rate

Reflecting candidate engagement, cultural alignment, and process quality. Our candidates acceptance rates are industry leading.

95%

Still In Role

Our rigorous process reduces hiring mistakes and ensures 95% of executives remain in role after 12 months.

See our work

See some examples of our executive search work.

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FAQ

What positions do Saiyo Executive Search hire for?
Sales: 
Chief Revenue Officer (CRO), Chief Sales Officer (CSO), Vice President of Sales, Regional Vice President of Sales, Sales Director, Head of Sales, Sales Manager, Channel and Partnerships Leaders, Business Development Leaders (VP/Director), Inside Sales Leaders, SDR Leaders, Pre-Sales Leaders, Solutions Consulting Leaders
 
Marketing:
Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), Vice President of Marketing, Vice President of Demand Generation, Vice President of Growth, Vice President of Product Marketing, Director of Marketing, Regional Marketing Leaders, Digital Marketing Leaders, Performance Marketing Leaders, Brand Leaders, Communications Leaders
 
Customer Success: 
Chief Customer Officer (CCO), Vice President of Customer Success, Vice President of Professional Services, Vice President of Customer Experience, Director of Customer Success, Head of Customer Support, Technical Support Leaders, Renewal Leaders, Expansion Leaders, Customer Growth Leaders
 
Professional Services: 
Vice President of Professional Services, Director of Professional Services, Head of Implementation, Delivery Leaders, Solutions Leaders, Engagement Management Leaders, Consulting Practice Leaders, Training Leaders, Enablement Leaders
 
Other CXO and Leadership: 
Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Chief Operating Officer (COO), Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Chief Information Officer (CIO), Chief People Officer (CPO), Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), Chief Strategy Officer (CSO), Chief Data Officer (CDO), Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), Chief Legal Officer (CLO), General Counsel, Board Members, Non-Executive Directors (NEDs)
 
Product: 
Chief Product Officer (CPO), Vice President of Product, Director of Product Management, Head of Product Strategy, Product Operations Leaders, Technical Product Management Leaders
How is Executive Search different from your subscription model?

Our subscription model is designed for scaling teams at speed. Executive Search is a separate practice with a different philosophy - focused on precision, discretion, and the long-term impact of leadership hires. It’s a tailored, high-touch process that delivers transformational leaders.

How is Saiyo Executive Search different from traditional search firms?

We provide performance and delivery guarantees, with industry-leading results - 94% offer acceptance rate, 95% of placements still in role after 12 months, and a 4:1 interview-to-offer ratio. Unlike traditional firms that are slow, expensive, and operate in a black box, we bring global SaaS expertise, faster shortlists, and complete transparency through our client portal and Slack integration. Every step is aligned to your success.