Kontrast Direct Search attracts academic specialists and project managers when advertisements are ineffective – through GDPR-compliant direct contact and psychological pre-qualification. Experienced personnel consultants and headhunters with psychological selection expertise. Strong presence throughout Germany, Austria, and Switzerland in medium-sized businesses and the public sector/municipal enterprises; ISO 9001 certified.
Approach: Role model, target list, discreet approach; structured interviews, brief diagnostics; candidate pool. Result: Shortlist ready for decision, less dispersion, more fit – AGG-compliant; in the public sector, geared towards selecting the best candidates (Art. 33 II GG).
Direct Search – targeted recruitment of specialists and experts
Experienced personnel consultants and headhunters with psychological selection expertise.
Direct Search is our precise approach for academic specialists and project managers when advertisements are not sufficient. Kontrast headhunters identify target individuals, approach them personally, and guide them through your selection process in a structured manner—discreetly, in compliance with GDPR, and in accordance with ISO 9001. Across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, with particular strength in medium-sized businesses and the public sector, including municipal enterprises.
What sets us apart
We work exclusively with permanently employed, academically qualified consultants. Market understanding (industry, competition, functional logic) is combined with A&O psychology: we assess competence, motivation, cultural fit, and change risks—so that not only skills are right, but also willingness and retention.
Model: Direct Search + Candidate Pool
In addition to targeted research in business networks, specialist forums, and associations, we utilize our curated candidate pool. This enables us to reach highly skilled, often hidden talents from small and medium-sized enterprises, public administrations, municipal utilities, waste disposal companies, data centers, and universities/research institutions.
Approach with substance
Clarification of assignment & role model → Target list & market map → Discreet direct approach by senior consultants → Structured competency interviews and brief psychological assessment → Comparative decision template (shortlist) → Support until contract conclusion.
Typical areas of application
IT & digitalization, engineering/construction projects, finance/controlling, human resources/organization, science and administration-related functions.
Quality & Legal
Transparent reports, clear timing, AGG/GDPR compliant; in the public sector, based on selection of the best candidates in accordance with Article 33 II of the German Constitution – committee-approved and traceable.
Kontrast Direct Search - Your result
Quickly accessible, pre-qualified candidates who are professionally convincing and culturally compatible. Less dispersion, more hits—with system, substance, and contrasting brand quality.
