Award-Winning San Francisco Executive Search Firm

Award-Winning San Francisco Bay Area and National Executive Search Services


Expertly Connecting the San Francisco Bay Area & Beyond with Proven Executive Talent Since 2006


Premier San Francisco Executive Search Firm with a National Reach

At Scion Staffing, we specialize in identifying and securing top executive talent for corporations, startups, and rapidly growing organizations. As a nationally recognized executive search firm headquartered in San Francisco, our expert recruiters work across the country, leveraging deep industry networks and innovative search strategies to deliver leadership solutions tailored to your unique hiring needs.

For 16 consecutive years, the Business Times has ranked Scion among the top staffing firms, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Additionally, Forbes has named us one of the Best Executive Recruiting Firms in both the U.S. and globally, further solidifying our reputation as a leader in executive search.

With a track record of successfully placing over 1000 senior leaders in national and international executive roles, we understand that attracting and retaining the right leadership is the most critical investment an organization can make. Whether you are hiring a CEO, C-suite executive, or senior leadership professional, our proven methodologies and extensive networks ensure exceptional results.

Unrivaled Access to Elite Executive Talent

Our clients benefit from:

  • ✅ A curated network of over 16 million+ leadership options in the U.S. with deep connections in your industry.
  • ✅ A private executive talent pool of over 750,000 rigorously vetted, high-impact candidates.
  • ✅ A dedicated team of local San Francisco and national executive recruiters who specialize in sourcing diverse and high-performing leaders.

At Scion, we don’t just fill roles—we build leadership teams that drive businesses forward. Let’s connect and find the executive talent that will shape your organization’s future.

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Our Proven Executive Search Process

At Scion Staffing, we provide a streamlined, strategic, and highly effective executive search experience. We manage every aspect of the search, ensuring you secure the best leadership talent for your organization.

Our Executive Search Approach:

  1. Strategic Analysis – We take the time to understand your company, culture, and hiring goals, developing a targeted recruitment strategy.
  2. Targeted Recruitment – Using our exclusive executive network and national talent pool, we proactively source high-impact leaders.
  3. Extensive Networking – We cast a wide yet strategic net, leveraging industry relationships, referrals, and direct outreach.
  4. Rigorous Screening – Our expert recruiters assess each candidate’s experience, leadership qualities, and culture fit.
  5. In-Depth Evaluation – We go beyond resumes, conducting in-depth assessments to ensure alignment with your business goals.
  6. Executive Candidate Presentations – We deliver a curated shortlist of highly qualified, vetted leaders ready to make an impact.
  7. Seamless Interview Coordination – Our team schedules and facilitates interviews, ensuring a smooth experience for both you and the candidates.
  8. Final Selection Guidance – We provide expert recommendations and insights to help you confidently select the right executive.
  9. Thorough Reference & Background Checks – We conduct detailed verifications to confirm leadership track record, credibility, and integrity.
  10. Offer Management & Hiring Success – We facilitate final negotiations, ensuring a seamless transition from offer to acceptance.

At Scion, we don’t just place executives—we align leadership talent with your vision for success. Let’s build the future of your organization together.

Awards that Scion Staffing was given as an Award-Winning San Francisco Recruiting Agency from Inc. 5000, CBS News, The Business Times and Best of Staffing

Scion Leads Executive Searches for:

Executive & Leadership Roles

Executive Leadership

  • CEO, President, Executive Director, Dean, Head of School

Administration

  • Chief Administrative Officer, Chief of Staff, VP/Director of Administration

Human Resources & Benefits

  • CHRO/Chief People Officer, VP of Human Resources, Director of HR
  • VP/Director of Benefits, VP/Director of Total Rewards, VP/Director of HRIS

Talent Acquisition

  • Chief Talent Officer, VP of Talent Acquisition, Director of Talent Acquisition

Finance & Accounting

  • CFO, VP of Finance, Director of Finance
  • VP of Accounting, Director of Account Services, Controller, Finance Manager

Operations

  • COO, Director of Operations, Operations Manager

Marketing

  • Chief Marketing Officer, VP of Marketing, Director of Marketing

Product & Growth

  • Chief Product Officer, Chief Growth Officer, VP of Product, VP of Growth, Director of Product

Communications & PR

  • Chief Communications Officer, VP of Communications, Director of Communications
  • VP/Director of PR

Creative

  • Chief Creative Officer, VP of Creative, Executive Producer, Creative Director

Supply Chain & Merchandising

  • Chief Supply Chain Officer, Vice President of Supply Chain, Vice President of Category Management
  • Director of Supply Chain, Merchandising Director

Information Technology

  • CTO, VP, Director, Manager

Sales & Success

  • Chief Sales Officer, VP of Sales, VP of Customer Success
  • Sales Director, Director of Customer Success

Legal

  • Chief Legal Officer, Legal Director, General Counsel

Medical & Health Care

  • Chief Medical Officer, Medical Director, VP/Director of Clinical Programs

Other Specialties

  • Startup, Venture Capital, Biotech, AI, Blockchain
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