SPECIALIST RECRUITMENT SOLUTIONS FOR THE SPORTS INDUSTRY
At CBF Executive Search, we provide tailored, high-impact recruitment services to professional sports organizations across the GCC. From confidential board-level placements to full-scale talent mapping and onboarding, our services are designed to match elite leadership with ambitious sports entities.
Bespoke Recruitment Solutions
Custom Campaigns That Reflect Your Brand and Vision
Every role is unique — and so is our approach. Our internal resourcing team crafts employer-branded candidate packs, competency assessments, and personalized outreach strategies to present your organization in the best light.
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Candidate briefing documents
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Tailored competency questions
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Employer branding presentations
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Job board and social media advertising
Executive Search & Headhunting
Find the Right Leader with Precision and Discretion
We specialize in identifying, approaching, and securing senior and executive-level talent for professional clubs, federations, and sporting organizations. With deep connections across the GCC and internationally, we operate with confidentiality and speed — ensuring a perfect fit in both skill and culture.
Onboarding & Mobilization
Smooth Transitions with End-to-End Support
Our role doesn’t stop at candidate selection. We work closely with both client and candidate to ensure a seamless onboarding and mobilization process — including visa, relocation, and regional compliance support.
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Visa application assistance
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Relocation and accommodation guidance
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Coordination with internal onboarding teams
Talent Mapping & Salary Surveys
Strategic Market Intelligence to Support Your Hiring
Before you hire, we help you understand the landscape. Through detailed competitor analysis and salary insights, we provide clarity on available talent, salary ranges, and how your opportunity compares in the market.
Talent pool reports and benchmarking
Competitor analysis and role profiling
Future pipeline planning
Our Expertise Across the Sports Ecosystem
Board / Executives
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Board member
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C-Suite Executive
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Director
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Management
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Consultant
Sports Business
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Operations
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Commercial
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Communications
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Technology
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Marketing
Sports Performance
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Leadership / Management
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Recruitment / Talent ID
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Academy
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Performance / Data Analytics
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Medicine / Physiotherapy
A Proven 7-Step Approach to Secure the Right Sports Leaders
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02 - Advertising and Research
We'll create an optimised recruitment advert and post on all major and specialist job boards and across multiple locations. Our resource team will utilise our extensive network, social media platforms and online databases and make professional approaches to candidates.
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04 - Shortlisting and Profiling
We'll complete face to face or video interviews with every candidate and review results from all advertising searches and competency question feedback. After assessing their suitability, we'll then present you with a fully qualified and prepared shortlist.
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06 - Negotiation / Offer Stage
After selection, we'll manage the complete offer process including notice period and salary, ensuring a smooth progression to start date and joining the company.
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03 - Candidate Pack & Competency Questions
A bespoke candidate brief is produced, enabling candidates to gain a detailed understanding of the culture of the company and the role. Candidates are also required to complete tailored competency questions to uncover key skills and capabilities (well telephone screen all candidates).
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05 - Client Interviews
Once you have agreed your preferred shortlist, we will organise first stage interviews and provide detailed feedback and recommendations. We'll manage the rejection process and facilitate second interviews and feedback
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07 - Post-offer
We'll stay in close contact with you and our candidate prior to start date to ensure a smooth transition with the internal on-boarding team and continued buy-in to the new role.