Assessment methodology
Six Degrees combines best-practice client service, in-depth industry insight and years of experience developing technical expertise and rigorous search methodologies.
Our executive recruitment services are underpinned by our proprietary Six Degrees of Excellence (6Dx) leadership capability, benchmarking and assessment tool.
6Dx is a unique functional overlay that provides the foundation for candidate selection. The 6Dx framework is used to identify, assess and benchmark exceptional talent against critical capabilities.
6Dx executive assessment
Our 6Dx process combines scientific rigour with executive search expertise to deliver confident, objective shortlists. Designed by independent organisational psychologists, it assesses:
- Organisational context and role-specific capability requirements
- Required technical expertise and functional specialisation
- Transition risk and readiness for success in a new environment
Assessment outcomes include:
- An objectively ranked, tailored shortlist
- Benchmarking against Australian and New Zealand executive markets
- Reduced bias and clearer distinction between good and exceptional candidates
- Greater confidence in final hiring decisions
Executive assessment services
Whether it's the development and selection of a final shortlist or succession planning for your leadership team, Six Degrees provides a range of comprehensive, tailored executive search and assessment services.
Selection stage assessment
Our customised assessment services for the shortlist selection stage provide deeper insights into the behaviour, leadership style and critical success factors for shortlisted individuals. These tailored assessment tools include psychological testing, simulation exercises, case studies, and 360-degree assessments.
Leadership assessment
Do you have the right executives in place? Are they prepared for the future? Six Degrees Executive can undertake a rigorous assessment to understand current capability, development needs and executive talent gaps, including:
- Assessments on individuals
- Individual development plans
- Team assessments
- Gap analysis
- Targeted talent consulting
- Development of succession planning strategies.
Executive consultants
Meet our dedicated executive specialists who connect businesses with skilled professionals across Australia. Their expertise and industry knowledge ensure every placement is the right fit, every time.
Paul Hallam
Founder & Executive Director
Executive search ,
National, Melbourne
Nick Hindhaugh
Founder & Executive Director
Executive search, Education, Consumer & FMCG, Not for profit, Services, Healthcare, Retail ,
National, Melbourne
David Braham
Founder & Executive Director
Executive search ,
National, Melbourne
John Whitehead
Chief Commercial Officer
Executive search ,
National, Melbourne
Alastair Pennie
Director - New South Wales
Executive search, Procurement, Contracting, Supply chain, Consumer & FMCG, Healthcare ,
Sydney
Katrina Park
Partner - Executive Search
Executive search, Technology, Education, Healthcare, Services, Retail ,
Melbourne
Ben Maurer
Partner - Executive Search
Executive search, Business to Business, Services ,
Sydney
Sarah Cox
Associate Partner
Retail, Executive search, Consumer & FMCG, Property & Construction ,
Melbourne
Rachel Shermer
Director
Communications & Corporate Affairs, Executive search, Marketing, Sales, Digital ,
Sydney
Alisa Imfeld
Research Manager
Executive search ,
Melbourne
Rohan McMaster
Client Partner
Executive search, Accounting & Finance, Business to Business, Consumer & FMCG, Retail, Education, Not for profit, Services ,
National, Melbourne
Ryan Webster
Client Partner
Executive search, Government, Consumer & FMCG, Not for profit, Healthcare, Services, Property & Construction ,
National, Brisbane
Our insights
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