Experts in Tailored Executive Search

A Boutique Search Firm Bursting with Experience

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Tim Knight Executive Search Expert

Strengthened by 28 years of experience and fueled by passion for helping leaders find their fit, this boutique retained search firm delivers high-quality and professional services specializing in sponsor finance, asset based lending and commercial lending.

Unlike larger national retained firms, Knight & Associates can begin key projects right away due to its market relationships, deep industry experience and knowledge. This “speed to market” along with the ability to be selective on all engagements accepted, make the firm the premier choice among commercial lending and commercial finance clients.

A Process that brings Extraordinary Results

Create Profile and Set Expectations

Every great match begins with a clear vision of expectations. Key individuals are interviewed to gain important details of the ideal fit based on the organization’s needs and culture.

Spread the Word

95% of placements have been generated by direct recruiting methods, networking and referrals.It is vital to shepherd a compelling story into the marketplace that would appeal to top performing candidates.

Market Intel

We make 150-200 calls to individuals employed at targeted organizations, suitable candidates and referrals. Throughout the search process, we learn what individuals have to say about our clients and narrow the findings for the best fit.

Luxury of Choice

Once the search plan is enacted, it takes approximately 12 weeks to fill a position.Clients typically see a short-list of three to five candidates within four weeks of commencing the search..

did you KNOW?

  • Speed: Two to three weeks to cover market, present candidates and report feedback

  • Accuracy: 77% of recommended candidates get invited into client interview process

  • Success: 92% of offers extended through Knight & Associates are accepted

Retained

  • Search is exclusive to Knight & Associates

  • Premier option for high-level candidates, hard to find skill sets, or other similar considerations

  • Search receives top priority above all other contingency or engaged searches

  • In-depth candidate screening with follow-up presentation covering fit for position based on skill and culture match

  • Initial down payment, progress payment, and final payment schedule set

Choose Your Search Solution

Engaged

  • Hybrid of contingency and retained

  • Search receives higher priority over standard contingency searches

  • Initial engagement fee is payable on commencement of search with final payment due at completion of search

  • Client receives first right of refusal on any candidates presented

Contingency

  • Similar to most industry contingency searches

  • Search is given equal priority with other contingency searches

  • Fee is charged only if Knight & Associates candidate is hired

Receive a free search consultation to hear how we might fit your placement needs.

Hear from Past Clients

  • “Knight & Associates was engaged to run a nationwide search for a key Executive Leadership position in our Commercial Finance platform. The search was thorough, tailored to our expressed needs, and highly confidential. Tim’s deep knowledge of the sector, competitive landscape, and market professionals resulted in several well qualified candidates that “fit” our organization. His process exceed expectations and resulted in a highly successful match with a top-notch Leader to guide the business into the future.”

    Director Specialized Lending, Regional Bank, National Markets

  • “We engaged Knight & Associates for a key originations role in the Northeast for our platform. Tim exceeded expectations with his process, follow through and a successful hire. We plan to use he and his firm again on future needs.“

    Head of Originations/ National Non-Bank Lender

  • “Tim, I have lost count of the number of qualified candidates I have hired over the years from your efforts. Thank you very much.”

    Chief Operating Officer /National Private Credit

  • “We needed to run a thorough and yet confidential search for a risk professional. We retained Knight & Associates due to the firm’s deep knowledge of the market and our teams story. During the search we interviewed several well qualified candidates and landed our best match.”

    Chief Credit Officer/Private Credit Lender

  • "I have known Tim through various industry events for over 10 years. I always found him to be very professional and well plugged into the industry and the leaders and companies that make it up. I personally experienced his expertise and broad industry connections when Tim placed me into a CEO position for an international company in 2019. Since that time, I have engaged Tim to search for candidates in both sales and portfolio positions for our Commercial Finance business. Tim not only brought me a number of qualified candidates with diverse backgrounds, but also provided solid advice and recommendations during the interview and selection process. His input and background knowledge was invaluable and we were able to hire exceptional talent. Tim is my go to person when I am in need of a professional search for top notch candidates."

    President Bank Asset Based Lending

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