In this article, you will read about the decodation of a leadership hire, which we successfully concluded. This article aims to provide critical points regarding "What To Keep In Mind" and gives a gist of our observations while doing leadership hiring. We are confident that this article will add value to your career growth.
Client:
The client is a well-established listed Financial Services firm with business interests in NBFC, Housing finance and Asset Management Company.
Location: Mumbai
Hiring Need:
The client was in the process of launching its maiden domestic AIF focused on Real Estate investments and was seeking to fill a top position of a dynamic CEO with a high reputation in the Industry,
Situation:
This was price-sensitive information in light of the client’s status as a publicly traded entity. We were supposed to follow a highly confidential approach towards identifying the best fit. The client’s Non-banking financial company (NBFC) operations had already extended financial support to preeminent Real Estate Developers across India, establishing its position as an industry leader.
The paramount attributes sought in the prospective CEO encompassed a profound comprehension of India’s diverse micro-markets and a distinguished track record in garnering investor confidence, primarily attributed to a comprehensive understanding of investment rationales within the real estate sector.
The Vital Interface:
See & Recruit has deep knowledge and network in this space. The client also placed high trust and confirmed that See & Recruit would be the sole search partner for this assignment. Given this opportunity, we choose the process which is typically followed by the Global Search firms.
The Right Fit:
Within a brief timeframe, See & Recruit compiled a roster of candidates deemed most suitable for the role. This list consisted of names, and the strategy involved reaching out exclusively to the top three candidates. The selection of these individuals was a collaborative decision between the Client and Us, following a detailed discussion on each candidate. The shortlisting process was enriched by the substantial insights that See & Recruit possessed regarding the achievements of each candidate. Ultimately, the search culminated with a meeting with one of the three selected candidates.
Key Success Factor:
This closure was well covered in the Media and caught the attention of the entire Industry. Being entrusted with this opportunity underscores our firm conviction in the capability of boutique search firms to execute exclusive searches effectively.
