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Magellan began 25 years ago to focus on better ways to accomplish executive search in Houston, Texas, in the professional services industry.

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Specifically, the firm reframed the search process by addressing two critical needs: completion of the search and persistence of fit. Early on we learned our clients make money by keeping and cultivating people, not just by hiring them. We also realized that persistence of fit is improved immeasurably by empowering our candidates to move beyond taking jobs and towards owning their careers before they interview with our clients.

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To accomplish these goals, Magellan developed what we call a Market Credible Search Process, which is aimed at two outcomes:

Enabling clients to control the growth and excellence of their businesses

Talent Acquisition →

Empowering candidates to get control of their careers

Career Compass →

By acting as a trusted advisor to both clients and candidates, we leverage our deep experience to build long-standing relationships and facilitate strategic placements that are persistent.

Proven results

  • Magellan measures its completion rate based on placements per retainer – on average Magellan makes 2.2 placements for every retainer we engage in
  • Our candidates stay on average 5-7 years, as opposed to the industry standard of 22 months
  • We have helped generate hundreds of millions of dollars in revenue for our clients through our strategic placements
  • We have worked with all of the top 40 consulting firms

Why Choose Magellan

Why Magellan Succeeds

Our Results fuel our passion for success:

  • 95% Completion Rate
  • 75% Candidate Promotion Rate
  • 4+ Years Retention
  • 2.2 Candidate Placements per Search
  • Our People are our most important asset. To see our team, click this link

Our process supports our people’s success and our clients’ results. Over the 30 years, we have done retained search, and we have evolved our Market Credible Search Process framework. Each professional we hire or affiliate we work with is trained in this framework. For a fuller description of the Methodologies and Processes that follow along with this Framework, please click here.

We achieve these results with our Market Credible Search Process training for each team member. The following diagram defines our culture:

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Meet the Team

Our passion for excellence and growth encompasses the Magellan culture.

Our clients choose us as partners to help them establish and grow practice areas and geographies, and candidates seek our help to navigate their career opportunities. We are headquartered in Houston, Texas with offices in New York and London.

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Meet the Team

Our passion for excellence and growth encompasses the Magellan culture.

Our clients choose us as partners to help them establish and grow practice areas and geographies, and candidates seek our help to navigate their career opportunities. We are headquartered in Houston, Texas with offices in New York and London.

Jonathan H. Phillips

Jonathan H. Phillips CEO and Founder

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Marlie Merwin

Marlie Wuntch Consultant/Recruiter

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Jason Sanders

Jason SandersExecutive Director

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John Furth

John Furth Advisor

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Carol Limperos

Carol Limperos Advisor

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Jim Uschkrat

Jim Uschkrat Advisor

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Mike Griffiths

Mike Griffiths Advisor

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Mark

Mark DayExecutive Director

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Jacob

Jacob Beasley Recruiter

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Blake

Blake Phillips Recruiting Manager

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Susie

Susie A. Uschkrat VP of Business Development

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JoAnn Thomas

JoAnn Thomas Career Strategist

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How We Work

Market Credible Search Process
Framework

What We Stand For

At Magellan, our 25-year legacy in the professional services sector stands testament to our unwavering principles and dedication. Born in Houston, Texas, we transformed the landscape of retained search by prioritizing the longevity of a professional match over mere recruitment. Our ethos, deeply rooted in nurturing talent and empowering candidates, underscores every partnership and placement we foster.

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