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How We Work

Transparent.
Structured. Delivered.

C3 runs a milestone-backed process for every mandate and every candidate — so you always know what's happening, what comes next, and what our commitments are.

C3 team collaboration
72hr
Shortlist SLA
90d
Replacement Guarantee
6mo
CXO Guarantee
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For Organisations

The Client Hiring Process

From the moment you share a mandate to the day your new hire reports — every step is structured, milestone-driven, and accountable. You will never wonder where things stand — we report proactively at each stage.

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Day 1 — Mandate Received

Role Discovery

A dedicated senior C3 consultant is assigned. We conduct a structured role briefing — going beyond the JD to understand your team culture, what failure looks like, what success looks like, and the compensation landscape for the role.

Deep JD briefingCulture mappingComp benchmarking
02
Days 1–2 — Sourcing

Talent Mapping

We activate our proprietary BFSI database of 25,000+ professionals, cross-referencing active and passive candidates, referrals from alumni placements, and sector-specific sourcing channels. For exec mandates, headhunting begins immediately.

25K+ databasePassive outreachAlumni referrals
03
Days 2–3 — Screening

Domain Screening

Every profile is assessed by a BFSI-domain consultant — covering technical fit, regulatory knowledge, certifications, culture alignment, and salary expectations. We reject profiles that don't meet criteria rather than passing the filter problem to you.

Domain assessmentCert verificationCulture scoring
04
By Day 3 — Your Shortlist

Curated Shortlist Delivery

You receive 4–8 profiles — not a bulk CV drop — each accompanied by our consultant's assessment notes covering strengths, fit rationale, watch points, and suggested interview angles. Maximum signal, minimum noise.

4–8 curated CVsConsultant notesInterview guide
05
Day 5+ — Offer to Day 90

Offer, Join & Guarantee

We manage the offer, coordinate counter-offer handling, confirm joining, and conduct 30-day and 90-day check-ins. If a placed candidate exits before 90 days, we provide a free replacement — no questions, no delays.

Offer management90-day supportFree replacement
72
Hour Shortlist Guarantee
Curated profiles with consultant notes delivered within 72 working hours of mandate confirmation — or we proactively update you with a revised timeline.
4hr
Consultant Response Time
Any message to your dedicated C3 consultant during business hours gets a substantive response within 4 hours — not an auto-reply.
100%
Reporting Transparency
Weekly Friday pipeline reports: candidates screened, interviews scheduled, offers in progress, and upcoming actions — sent proactively, not on request.
02
For Candidates

The Candidate Journey

When you submit your profile to C3, it doesn't go into a black hole — it goes to a specialist who understands your field and will call you within 48 hours. Here's what you can expect from Day 1 onward.

01
Under 10 minutes

Profile Submission

Upload your CV and share your career preferences — current role, target sector, preferred location, CTC expectations, certifications, and availability. No registration or login needed. The submission is free and confidential.

CV uploadCareer preferencesAlways free
02
Within 48 hours

Consultant Review & Callback

A C3 consultant who specialises in your target BFSI sub-sector reviews your profile and calls you within 48 business hours. This is a real career conversation — about your goals, your strengths, the gaps you want to close, and what the right move looks like.

48-hr callbackDomain specialistCareer alignment
03
Ongoing — based on mandates

Role Matching & Introductions

We match your profile to active mandates from our BFSI client network — including roles never posted publicly. We only make introductions where there's a genuine fit. Before every interview, we brief you: the company, the culture, the interviewer style, and how to present your strongest case.

Exclusive mandatesDirect client referralPre-interview briefing
04
Post-joining — Day 1 to 90

Offer, Join & Follow-up

We help you evaluate your offer, negotiate confidently, and coordinate joining formalities. After joining, we check in at 30 days and 90 days — not because we're monitoring you, but because we're invested in your success beyond the placement.

Offer evaluationSalary negotiation30 & 90-day check-in
48hr
Consultant Callback
Every profile is reviewed by a sector-specific C3 consultant and responded to within 48 business hours — not auto-acknowledged.
Zero
Cost to Candidates
C3 never charges candidates — for profile submission, counselling, CV review, interview prep, or placement. Everything is covered by the client.
100%
Confidentiality
Your profile is never shared with any employer without your prior explicit consent. You control every introduction we make on your behalf.
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Service Commitments

Guarantees We Stand Behind

These are not marketing claims — they are service-level commitments written into every engagement. C3 has honoured each of these guarantees since inception, and they are the primary reason most clients return for every new mandate.

72hr
Shortlist Guarantee

A curated shortlist of 4–8 screened, consultant-assessed BFSI profiles delivered within 72 working hours of mandate confirmation. If we cannot meet this — we proactively notify you and provide a revised, committed timeline.

Applies to all mandates
90
Day Replacement Guarantee

If a candidate placed by C3 exits the organisation before completing 90 days for any reason, we provide a qualified replacement at no additional charge. No disputes, no delays, no paperwork — we simply restart the search.

Permanent placements
6mo
CXO Retention Guarantee

For retained executive mandates at VP level and above, the replacement guarantee extends to 6 months post-joining. Leadership transitions carry higher onboarding costs — this guarantee reflects our confidence in the quality of every executive placement.

Executive & CXO placements
What triggers the 90-day replacement guarantee? +
Any candidate exit within 90 days of joining — regardless of the reason, including resignation, termination, or medical grounds — triggers the guarantee. C3 will restart the search at no additional cost to the client.
Does the 72-hour guarantee apply to executive searches too? +
For retained executive mandates, the standard commitment is a 10 working-day shortlist, not 72 hours — reflecting the headhunting nature of the search. All other mandates receive the 72-hour SLA.
Is there any cost to the candidate at any point in the process? +
Never. C3 does not charge candidates for profile submission, counselling, CV review, interview coaching, or placement. Our fees are entirely paid by the hiring organisation. This is non-negotiable — any firm that charges candidates is not a legitimate recruitment partner.
How does C3 handle confidential executive searches? +
Confidential mandates are handled exclusively by a senior C3 consultant, with all candidate communications managed through C3's identity (not the client's). Candidates are not told the client's name until they have confirmed interest and signed an NDA. The client's identity is revealed only at the mutual interest stage.

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C3's Process?

Whether you're a hiring manager with an urgent role to fill or a BFSI professional exploring what's out there — the process starts with a single conversation.