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Researcher, Strategic Consulting

Overview

Challenge

The main challenge was to identify a candidate with superior business research skills, who could match or exceed the high standards set by the firm’s competitors. The role demanded not only expertise in research methodologies but also the ability to synthesize complex information into actionable insights. Given the competitive nature of the consulting industry, attracting such talent from rival firms required a strategic approach, focusing on the unique value proposition offered by the firm.

Result

The recruitment strategy was focused exclusively on top consulting firms, leveraging a network of industry references and cross-references to identify potential candidates. This approach led to the discovery of a suitable candidate within the analytics arm of a competing consulting company. The individual’s experience in a research-intensive role, combined with their exposure to high-stakes consulting projects, made them an ideal fit for the Researcher position. Their ability to navigate complex business landscapes and deliver insightful research was in line with the firm’s expectations for the role.

Unique Approach

The search strategy involved targeting candidates from leading consulting firms, utilizing a systematic approach to generate and follow up on references. By concentrating the search on these top-tier firms, the recruitment process attracted candidates with a proven track record in business research and consulting. This focused approach ensured that only candidates with the desired skill set and experience were considered, leading to the successful recruitment of a Researcher capable of contributing significantly to the strategic consulting firm’s research division.

2018-2019

Financial Year

A top global strategic consulting firm

Client

Researcher, Strategic Consulting

Financial Year

2018-2019

Sector

Consulting

Client

A top global strategic consulting firm

Location

Gurgaon, India

Function

HR / Administration

Industry

Services

Introduction

The client is among the elite strategic consulting firms globally, recognized for its impactful advice and solutions across various industries. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, the firm relies heavily on its research division to provide the data-driven insights necessary for effective strategy formulation and implementation. The Researcher role was envisioned to bolster this division, ensuring the firm remains at the forefront of the consulting industry.

Case

This case study explores the recruitment of a Researcher for a leading global strategic consulting firm. The role was critical for enhancing the firm’s research capabilities, contributing to its strategic consulting services. The firm aimed to attract a candidate with exceptional business research skills, ideally from competitors known for their consulting prowess, such as BCG, McKinsey, and other notable firms. The emphasis was on finding an individual capable of delivering high-quality research to support complex consulting projects.

Challenge

The main challenge was to identify a candidate with superior business research skills, who could match or exceed the high standards set by the firm’s competitors. The role demanded not only expertise in research methodologies but also the ability to synthesize complex information into actionable insights. Given the competitive nature of the consulting industry, attracting such talent from rival firms required a strategic approach, focusing on the unique value proposition offered by the firm.

Unique Approach

The search strategy involved targeting candidates from leading consulting firms, utilizing a systematic approach to generate and follow up on references. By concentrating the search on these top-tier firms, the recruitment process attracted candidates with a proven track record in business research and consulting. This focused approach ensured that only candidates with the desired skill set and experience were considered, leading to the successful recruitment of a Researcher capable of contributing significantly to the strategic consulting firm’s research division.

Execution of Strategy

Result

The recruitment strategy was focused exclusively on top consulting firms, leveraging a network of industry references and cross-references to identify potential candidates. This approach led to the discovery of a suitable candidate within the analytics arm of a competing consulting company. The individual’s experience in a research-intensive role, combined with their exposure to high-stakes consulting projects, made them an ideal fit for the Researcher position. Their ability to navigate complex business landscapes and deliver insightful research was in line with the firm’s expectations for the role.

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