Selection Services
Selection Tools
Detecting and Unlocking Potential
At GR & Partners, we have the tools to help organizations make informed and objective talent decisions. Using a structured and evidence-based approach, we evaluate candidates’ competencies, potential and development areas.
Our tailor-made tools combine several methods — such as simulations, case studies, structured interviews, psychometric tests and behavioural observations — to provide a comprehensive and reliable view of an individual’s capabilities and leadership potential.
The reporting of selection tests can support all kinds of key HR decisions, including recruitment for strategic roles, internal promotions, leadership development and career planning. They help organizations identify the right people for critical positions while gaining valuable insights for future development.
In practice, GR & Partners works with a network of trusted and experienced partners who specialize in the organization and facilitation of assessment centers. This allows us to guarantee high-quality, objective and professional evaluations.
Beyond selection decisions, our approach also provides participants with constructive feedback and clear development insights, contributing to both individual growth and long-term organizational performance.
Development Centers
Supporting Growth
At GR & Partners, development centers are designed to support the growth and development of employees and leaders. Unlike assessment centers, which focus primarily on selection, the emphasis is placed on learning, self-awareness and future development.
Through a combination of simulations, case studies, exercises, interviews and feedback sessions, participants receive a structured evaluation of their strengths and development areas. The objective is not to judge performance, but to provide meaningful insights that help individuals better understand their potential and identify concrete development priorities.
This way of working is particularly useful in leadership development programs, talent management initiatives and career development processes. It allows organizations to support their people in building the skills and behaviours required for future roles.
In practice, GR & Partners works with a network of trusted and experienced partners who specialize in the organization and facilitation of this kind of tools. This ensures a professional, objective and high-quality experience for both participants and organizations.
Our approach places strong emphasis on constructive feedback and individual development. Participants leave the process with a clearer understanding of their strengths, areas for growth and concrete development paths, enabling them to progress and contribute more effectively to their organization
We ensure quality by using
Wave® Professional Styles.
It is the most powerful predictor of workplace performance and potential.
We use Wave® for
Executive Search, Selection, Onboarding & Development
Professional Styles are (self-)reported as
4 clusters, 12 sections, 36 dimensions and 108 facets.
Target groups are
Entry- & Mid-Level, Senior Managers and Experts as well as Executives
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Insight into a candidate’s personality, talents and motives and their relation to workplace culture.
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Delivering better Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (D,E&I) outcomes globally
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Powering an integrated talent strategy, e.g. useful for selection as well as development.
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The odds of identifying a poor performer are reduced from 1 in 5 to 1 in 50
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Meaningful feedback for both successful and unsuccessful candidates
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