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Executive Profiles

5 Blackhorse Lane, London. E17 6DN

Tel: 020 8626 3100 Fax: 020 8626 3101

E-mail: info@executiveprofiles.com Web: www.executiveprof

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Executive Profiles is synonymous with excellence.

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Executive Profiles is synonymous with excellence.

Drawing on global resources, we pinpoint high calibre

individuals, securing consistently outstanding placements, bringing a

unique perspective to the process. As European market leader in

several sectors we have a technical bias, yet our approach is highly

successful with a diverse range of global service providers and trading

companies.

Clients with challenging assignments turn to us with confidence. Our

access to candidates knows no limits. Strategic alliances in Europe,

America and Asia, extend our reach to pre-eminent candidates

worldwide.

Executive Profiles provides exceptional people for outstanding

organisations.

Executive ProfilesCandidate Motivation

Executive Profiles focuses on the image and the shadow, revealing the

complete candidate.

Verification is essential. Candidates make presentations - on video if

required, whilst technical competency interviews reveal depth of

business knowledge. Every facet of the candidate, including recent

events, family and lifestyle, is closely scrutinised - we are aware of every

factor that will influence the decision. Multimedia based

presentation of candidates and global interviewing services are

available, and when the time comes to discuss the offer, we have

considerable experience in salary and contractual negotiations.

Executive Profiles manages the whole process, involving partners,

ensuring they are positive. We handle the change in partners' careers,

even helping to find a new home anything to minimise disruption.

Ensuring the placement is rock solid.

Taking nothing for granted.

Client understanding has been critical to Executive Profiles delivering a success

rate significantly higher than average.

Our consultants' seniority and consequent depth of business knowledge

guarantees precise analysis of all relevant factors. We gain an understanding of

your company's environment and culture,working effectively within rigid or fluid

structures. We define the role, establish key competencies and agree

timescales - essential functions before we agree a search strategy.

Understanding

Research

Research is the bedrock of Executive Profiles' function.We monitor market data,

studying growth patterns and identifying trends.

Our professional researchers conduct an ongoing programme, monitoring

specialist areas using a sophisticated series of business search tools, including the

full range of internet options. Dedicated researchers, identifying tomorrow's

information today, ensuring that our service is built on solid foundations.

95% of cold approaches are said to fail. Ours succeed.

Knowledge itself is power - Francis Bacon

On occasions it is appropriate to use an open campaign which can establish

positive foundations by enhancing your company's brand and shareholder value.

Using new and established media, Executive Profiles formulates and

implements carefully considered campaigns to ensure that no stone is left

unturned in our search for the optimum solution.

We are monitoring the ongoing penetration of new media closely, including the

influence of new technology on people's lives.

Campaign Management

Pro-active Search

Whether it is used as part of a search that includes an open campaign, or as a

totally discrete standalone method, a pro-active search has the benefits of being

both company and competitor sensitive, whilst ensuring precise timing and

targeting.

As a recognised leader, our high business profile in our geographical markets

facilitates exceptional networking ability, giving us access to all levels of

seniority. Combined with our research programmes, this enables us to pinpoint

less obvious, but equally talented, candidates submerged within a large

corporation.

Our consultants explore the match of candidate to opportunity through 'offline

conversations', using skill and sensitivity, drawing on established business and

personal relationships.

As a result, the business credentials of all our candidates are verified prior to

introduction.

Client understanding has been critical to Executive Profiles delivering a success

rate significantly higher than average.

Our consultants' seniority and consequent depth of business knowledge

guarantees precise analysis of all relevant factors. We gain an understanding of

your company's environment and culture,working effectively within rigid or fluid

structures. We define the role, establish key competencies and agree

timescales - essential functions before we agree a search strategy.

Understanding

Research

Research is the bedrock of Executive Profiles' function.We monitor market data,

studying growth patterns and identifying trends.

Our professional researchers conduct an ongoing programme, monitoring

specialist areas using a sophisticated series of business search tools, including the

full range of internet options. Dedicated researchers, identifying tomorrow's

information today, ensuring that our service is built on solid foundations.

95% of cold approaches are said to fail. Ours succeed.

Knowledge itself is power - Francis Bacon

On occasions it is appropriate to use an open campaign which can establish

positive foundations by enhancing your company's brand and shareholder value.

Using new and established media, Executive Profiles formulates and

implements carefully considered campaigns to ensure that no stone is left

unturned in our search for the optimum solution.

We are monitoring the ongoing penetration of new media closely, including the

influence of new technology on people's lives.

Campaign Management

Pro-active Search

Whether it is used as part of a search that includes an open campaign, or as a

totally discrete standalone method, a pro-active search has the benefits of being

both company and competitor sensitive, whilst ensuring precise timing and

targeting.

As a recognised leader, our high business profile in our geographical markets

facilitates exceptional networking ability, giving us access to all levels of

seniority. Combined with our research programmes, this enables us to pinpoint

less obvious, but equally talented, candidates submerged within a large

corporation.

Our consultants explore the match of candidate to opportunity through 'offline

conversations', using skill and sensitivity, drawing on established business and

personal relationships.

As a result, the business credentials of all our candidates are verified prior to

introduction.

Executive Profiles is synonymous with excellence.

Drawing on global resources, we pinpoint high calibre

individuals, securing consistently outstanding placements, bringing a

unique perspective to the process. As European market leader in

several sectors we have a technical bias, yet our approach is highly

successful with a diverse range of global service providers and trading

companies.

Clients with challenging assignments turn to us with confidence. Our

access to candidates knows no limits. Strategic alliances in Europe,

America and Asia, extend our reach to pre-eminent candidates

worldwide.

Executive Profiles provides exceptional people for outstanding

organisations.

Executive ProfilesCandidate Motivation

Executive Profiles focuses on the image and the shadow, revealing the

complete candidate.

Verification is essential. Candidates make presentations - on video if

required, whilst technical competency interviews reveal depth of

business knowledge. Every facet of the candidate, including recent

events, family and lifestyle, is closely scrutinised - we are aware of every

factor that will influence the decision. Multimedia based

presentation of candidates and global interviewing services are

available, and when the time comes to discuss the offer, we have

considerable experience in salary and contractual negotiations.

Executive Profiles manages the whole process, involving partners,

ensuring they are positive. We handle the change in partners' careers,

even helping to find a new home anything to minimise disruption.

Ensuring the placement is rock solid.

Taking nothing for granted.

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1 Definitions

In these Terms and Conditions the following definitions apply:"The Search Consultancy": means those trading names of SSR PersonnelServices Ltd."The Client": means the person, firm or corporate body to whom theApplicant is introduced."The Applicant": means the person introduced by The Search Consultancy tothe Client for an Engagement."Engagement":means the appointment of the Applicant to perform services for oron behalf of the Client whether under a contract of service or for services."Remuneration": means the total of all taxable emoluments payable to orreceivable by the Applicant pursuant to the Engagement.

2 The Contract

(A)

(B)

3 Notification and Settlement Terms

(A)

(B)

(C)

4 Indirect Introduction

The Client shall be liable to pay The Search Consultancy 's fee in accordance withClause 3(B) if the Client engages or refers the Applicant to any third partywithin 12 months of the initial introduction and that third party engages theApplicant or in any event where an engagement results directly or indirectly fromthe introduction of The Search Consultancy . The Replacement and RefundGuarantee shall not apply to any indirect introductions.

5 Replacement and Rebate

(A)

(B)

6 Suitability

The Search Consultancy endeavours to ensure the suitability of the Applicant:Notwithstanding this the Client shall take such steps as it deems necessary tosatisfy itself as to the suitability of the Applicant and is responsible for taking upany references provided by the Applicant and/or The Search Consultancy beforeengaging the Applicant. The Client shall be responsible for obtaining work andother permits, for the arrangement of medical examinations and/or investigationsinto the medical history of the Applicant, and satisfying any medical and otherrequirements or qualifications required by law.

7 Liability

The Search Consultancy shall not be liable under any circumstances for any loss,expense or damage suffered or incurred by the Client arising from or in any wayconnected with the introduction or Engagement of any Applicant or from thefailure of The Search Consultancy to introduce an Applicant.

The Replacement Guarantee

If an applicant introduced for a permanent position should leave within 26weeks of their engagement, a replacement applicant will be provided FREE OFCHARGE or the following rebate scheme will apply:-

These Terms and Conditions are deemed to be accepted by the Client byvirtue of an interview with or the Engagement of the Applicant.No variation or alteration to these Terms and Conditions shall be valid unless approved in writing by a Director of The Search Consultancy.

In the event that the Engagement is accepted by the Applicant the Clientshall notify The Search Consultancy immediately and provide details ofthe Remuneration.The Client shall pay The Search Consultancy's invoices within 14 days ofdate of invoice. The fee payable by the Client is calculated in accordancewith the accompanying scale of fees according to the Remuneration payable to or receivable by the Applicant during the first twelve months of the Engagement notwithstanding that the Engagement may be terminatedruing that period. All fees are subject to the addition of VAT.The Replacement Guarantee permits one replacement Applicant to beappointed within 26 weeks of the original Applicants starting date.Otherwise the rebate terms will apply as detailed below.

If the Client pays The Search Consultancy 's fees within the periodsprescribed in 3(B) and the Engagement terminates within the specifiedrebate periods and written notification of termination is received within14 days the Client will be entitled either to a Replacement Applicant or arebate in respect of the fees paid.In the event that the original Applicant is subsequently re-engaged by theClient, its subsidiary or associated companies or any third partyintroduced by the Client within the period of 12 months from the date oftermination of the Engagement the Client shall pay The SearchConsultancy'sfee calculated in accordance with Clause 3(B).

Introduction Fees for Retained Search

Assignments undertaken for "Retained Search" will be charged at 25% of the firstyear's salary, payable in three instalments:-

(i) 33% on acceptance of assignment.(ii) 33% upon presentation of shortlist.(iii) Balance on Candidate's acceptance of the post.

Such expenses as pre agreed with the Client will be charged at cost.

These terms are effective from 1st January 1998

Weeks 1-4 Weeks 5-10 Weeks 11-16

100% 90% 50%

Weeks 17-21 Weeks 22-26

30% 10%

The replacement guarantee and rebate scheme are subject to the payment ofaccounts within the stated settlement terms.

Executive Profiles Terms & Conditions for the Introduction of Permanent Employees

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