About ABA Search

Decades Leading the Way in Recruitment

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Who We Are

We're Committed To Recruiting Excellence

ABA Search has been helping dynamic companies of all sizes connect with A-level talent since 1986. This woman-owned company has become a San Francisco institution, proving itself again and again with the leading companies in Silicon Valley and far beyond.
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Why Us?

Why Leading Companies Choose ABA Search

  • Experience:

    Over nearly four decades, we have developed a vast network with deep roots in the market.

  • Expertise:

    We are true experts in our core areas of focus, connecting top talent with their perfect fits in dynamic companies.

  • Relationships:

    ABA Search goes deep, getting to know every client and candidate. We don’t stop at finding the right skillsets. We focus on matching the right culture fits.

  • Retention:

    Most of our new clients are referred by past clients, and 95% of our clients become repeat customers.

  • Success:

    Our interview-to-placement ratio leads the market.

Our Goal

Discovering new levels of recruiting excellence every day.

Our Foundation

Ultra-effective teamwork.

Our Commitment

Meeting and exceeding the needs of our clients and candidates.

Our Guiding Principles:

Positive Mental Attitude (PMA)

Think positively. Remain optimistic. Creatively turn every challenge into an opportunity.

Constant and Never-Ending Improvement (CANI)

We have innovated service excellence for over 35 years. We are excited to learn, grow and develop as we continually seek new ways to strengthen our competence and expertise.

Open Communication

Always clear, direct communication with our clients, candidates and team members.

Goal Orientation

We understand the importance of setting and achieving audacious goals.

Accountability

We keep our promises and follow through on all commitments.

Integrity and Respect

Above all else, we are honest, ethical and professional.

High praise

Hear From the Clients Who Know Us Best.

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Josh did an excellent job of coordinating interviews and following up.

David, Senior Corporate Counsel, Biotechnology Company – March 2022

I worked in the agency world for over 13 years, and I just want to share with you, Mandy and Josh, that you are absolutely exceptional at what you do. Your turn-around-time, level of professionalism and customer service are all second to none.

Senior Manager Talent Acquisition, Biotechnology Company – March 2022

Absolutely amazing experience. Suzanne was a pleasure to work with. Would work with her again anytime.

Tomislav, Senior Scientist, Biosciences Company – June 2021

The experience was very positive. Josh Flagg set an excellent balance between being patient and recognizing when windows of opportunity to move forward arose. He was an excellent guide through the process.

John, Senior Director of Clinical Research, Biopharmaceutical Company – May 2021

Josh is one of the best recruiters I’ve worked with. He knows and cares about his clients on both sides of the hiring process, and I truly appreciate it.

Olga, Senior Manager, Biopharmaceutical Company – April 2021

Suzanne has been extremely professional and responsive in her interaction with me and the company. I have thoroughly enjoyed working with her.

Steven, Senior Manager of Vendor Outsourcing, Biopharmaceutical Company – February 2021

Suzanne and Denise have been really helpful and worked very closely in setting up interviews and following up with the company. I wish them good luck and hope to work with them in the future.

Sanjay, Clinical Data Manager, Biopharmaceutical Company – January 2021

Terrific experience! Mandy was, as always, a pleasure to deal with and available whenever needed. LOTS of strong candidates and quick turnaround. Thank you!

Senior Recruiter, Global Investment Firm – November 2020

Had a great experience. Haeley kept in touch with me throughout the interview process and coached me as well.

Paralegal Manager, Global Law Firm – November 2020

Josh has been an excellent partner to have on my high level/hard to fill searches. I like his consultative approach rather than a “sales push”. He continues to push forward on hard searches, unlike other agencies that may give up after submitting a few candidates. Josh also does the right amount of checking in regarding next steps. True partnership every step of the way and goes above and beyond in helping with the candidate offer-management process.

Principal Recruiter, Biotechnology Company – November 2020

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