How ORCHARD works

A clear method for better-run recruitment.

Four connected stages bring structure to the brief, search activity, evidence and decision. The method supports the people doing the work rather than replacing their judgement.

01
Define and source

Start with the brief, not a pile of CVs.

Define the role outcomes, decision criteria, search parameters and responsibilities before activity begins. Then organise sourcing around a deliberate plan and a shared view of the live pipeline.

02
Assess

Gather evidence against the role.

Use role-relevant scorecards, structured interviews and agreed evidence standards. The method helps teams compare what matters consistently without replacing professional judgement.

03
Match

Make the decision in context.

Bring the brief, candidate evidence, team context and practical constraints together. ORCHARD supports a more disciplined decision, while the hiring business or agency remains accountable for the judgement.

04
Decide and join

Carry the process through to joining.

Make ownership, feedback, offer actions and the handover into the organisation visible. A connected process does not stop when a preferred candidate is identified.

Choose how you put the method to work.

The Platform

Connected tools your team operates.

Use a connected suite for briefs, search, workflow, assessment, evidence and decisions. ORCHARD configures the technology infrastructure and supports the handover to your team.

Businesses and agencies with the people to run recruitment and a need for stronger infrastructure.

The Grove

We build it. Your team owns it.

ORCHARD reviews the operation, builds and configures the model, enables the people who will use it and supports the handover into day-to-day ownership.

Internal teams that want to own recruitment but need a managed build and implementation route.

The Harvest

Capacity when it is needed.

ORCHARD provides specialist delivery for agreed searches, projects or periods when a business cannot run the work internally.

Businesses with an urgent, specialist or resource-constrained recruitment need.