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Recruitment of a Financial Controller for a thriving real estate company

Introduction:

We take pride in our commitment to delivering a customised approach to recruitment and in our dedication to nurturing long-lasting relationships with both candidates and clients. At the core of our success is our ability to actively listen, understand the aspirations of our stakeholders and integrate these to facilitate an efficient and streamlined recruitment process.

Setting the Scene:

We were approached by a client who was seeking a senior Finance professional to lead their finance systems transformation. One of their core requirements was to find an individual with an in-depth understanding of business change, as this role was pivotal in modernizing their financial processes and systems.

Our Approach:

During this placement we worked extremely closely with their CEO to ensure we had a thorough understanding of their requirements. We identified the specific skills and qualities they were seeking in a Financial Controller and discussed what the ‘perfect’ candidate would look like. Our in-depth discussions enabled us to ascertain their precise needs and objectives, which was pivotal in aligning realistic expectations for the recruitment process.

We also supported our client by providing:

Guidance on advertising and compensation

Recognising the need to attract top talent, we provided guidance on creating a compelling job advertisement. Additionally, we offered valuable salary advice, which helped our client set a competitive package to attract the best candidates.

Detailed market insight

Leveraging our industry knowledge and access to market data, we provided the client with a comprehensive overview of the current market conditions for candidates with finance systems transformation and business change expertise.

An efficient talent mapping process

Within two weeks, we swiftly initiated the talent mapping process. This involved identifying and assessing potential candidates who met the specified criteria. This proactive approach allowed for a rapid and efficient recruitment process.

A strong candidate pipeline

We then presented the client with a pipeline of highly qualified candidates. Each candidate was thoroughly vetted to ensure they possessed the necessary skills and experience for the role. This pipeline provided the client with a selection of promising candidates to choose from.

Outcome:

Thanks to the efficient and targeted recruitment process, the Financial Controller role was filled in just three weeks. The candidate selected was a perfect fit for the role, with the expertise needed for finance systems transformation and business change.

Final Observation:

How did we manage to fill this role so quickly?

Because we listened, communicated with the client at all stages of the process and focused on using our knowledge and understanding of the client and market to ensure we found the perfect candidate!

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