Case Studies

Business Researcher, Social Sector

Overview

Challenge

The primary challenge was to find a candidate with a dual skill set: strong business research capabilities and specific experience or understanding of the social and public sectors. The role demanded not just technical research skills but also the ability to navigate the unique challenges and opportunities within these sectors, making the search for the right candidate particularly nuanced.

Result

A targeted search conducted based on the specified parameters led to the identification of a candidate who was described as a “hand in glove” fit for the requirements. This individual possessed the ideal combination of business research expertise and experience in the social and public sectors, meeting the firm’s needs precisely. The successful placement was achieved within approximately 2 weeks from the initiation of the search, demonstrating the effectiveness of a focused and well-defined recruitment strategy.

Unique Approach

The search strategy was carefully designed to target professionals with a proven track record in business research, as well as experience or a strong interest in the social and public sectors. By clearly defining the desired parameters and leveraging industry-specific networks and databases, the firm was able to quickly identify potential candidates. The process involved a combination of targeted outreach, assessment of candidates’ previous work and projects, and in-depth discussions to ensure alignment with the role’s unique requirements. This strategic and targeted approach was key to finding a Business Researcher who could effectively contribute to the firm’s endeavors in the social sector, aligning with its mission to deliver impactful advisory services.

2017-2018

Financial Year

A global leadership advisory firm

Client

Business Researcher, Social Sector

Financial Year

2017-2018

Sector

Research & Social Sector

Client

A global leadership advisory firm

Location

Gurgaon, India

Function

Research

Industry

Services

Introduction

The client is a leader in the advisory services industry, offering a range of services from executive search to leadership development, with a commitment to providing deep insights and strategic solutions to its clients. The Business Researcher role was crucial for supporting the firm’s consulting projects, requiring an individual capable of conducting in-depth analyses, synthesizing complex information, and contributing to the development of actionable insights, particularly within the social and public sectors.

Case

The project involved a global leadership advisory firm renowned for its strategic insights and high-caliber advisory services across various industries, including the social and public sectors. The firm was in need of a Business Researcher for its captive knowledge and shared services center, specifically someone with experience in social and public sector research. This unique combination required a candidate who could blend business research acumen with an understanding of the social sector’s dynamics.

Challenge

The primary challenge was to find a candidate with a dual skill set: strong business research capabilities and specific experience or understanding of the social and public sectors. The role demanded not just technical research skills but also the ability to navigate the unique challenges and opportunities within these sectors, making the search for the right candidate particularly nuanced.

Unique Approach

The search strategy was carefully designed to target professionals with a proven track record in business research, as well as experience or a strong interest in the social and public sectors. By clearly defining the desired parameters and leveraging industry-specific networks and databases, the firm was able to quickly identify potential candidates. The process involved a combination of targeted outreach, assessment of candidates’ previous work and projects, and in-depth discussions to ensure alignment with the role’s unique requirements. This strategic and targeted approach was key to finding a Business Researcher who could effectively contribute to the firm’s endeavors in the social sector, aligning with its mission to deliver impactful advisory services.

Execution of Strategy

Result

A targeted search conducted based on the specified parameters led to the identification of a candidate who was described as a “hand in glove” fit for the requirements. This individual possessed the ideal combination of business research expertise and experience in the social and public sectors, meeting the firm’s needs precisely. The successful placement was achieved within approximately 2 weeks from the initiation of the search, demonstrating the effectiveness of a focused and well-defined recruitment strategy.
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