Executive Search Consultancy
Client Overview:
A boutique executive search firm specialising in C-suite and senior leadership appointments across finance, technology, and professional services. The consultancy had a strong referral network but wanted to diversify lead sources by improving its organic visibility and attracting new retained search mandates online.
Challenge:
The site’s structure and on-page content weren’t aligned with search intent. Several service pages targeted overlapping terms, Core Web Vitals scores were underperforming, and existing thought leadership wasn’t gaining traction in search results. The firm needed a scalable strategy to enhance visibility and improve the quality of inbound client enquiries.
Strategy and Approach:
Through the Elevate Retainer, Kaizen focused on rebuilding authority and discoverability without major redevelopment. We refined the site architecture, strengthened topical coverage around executive search themes, and improved technical health to align with Google’s and AI platforms’ ranking criteria.
Implementation Highlights:
• Reworked service page structure to remove cannibalisation and clarify intent
• Applied Service, WebPage, and FAQPage schema to improve answer engine inclusion
• Optimised site speed and engagement for stronger Core Web Vitals performance
• Updated leadership insights and case study content with enhanced keyword targeting
• Added internal links to distribute authority and improve crawl depth
Results:
Over five months, impressions for director- and C-suite-level terms grew by 78%, and organic enquiries doubled. Average engagement time increased by 39%, and the firm began appearing in AI Overviews and Featured Snippets for targeted executive search queries.
Outcome Summary:
The consultancy built a stronger, more visible digital presence that now drives a steady flow of high-value client leads. By combining technical refinement with targeted content improvements, the Elevate Retainer delivered scalable, measurable growth without the need for a full site rebuild.