‘Inch Wide, Mile Deep’ Talent Strategy

Key takeaways

• Achieved precision in placements with a 1:1 CV submission-to-hire ratio for Executive Director and Managing Director roles
• Enabled the client to create additional roles for other candidates who were a great strategic fit, strengthening their talent pipeline

The challenge 

Our client, a prominent financial services institution, was not actively seeking new candidates but was focused on maintaining operational stability during an evolving market landscape. 

Recognising the potential for future growth and transformation, we proactively introduced senior leadership talent capable of driving innovation and aligning with the company’s strategic goals. 

With our deep industry expertise, we identified high-impact executives who not only matched the ideal cultural and strategic fit but also possessed the foresight and adaptability needed for sustained growth. 

The solution

We applied our “inch wide, mile deep” recruitment strategy, focusing on quality and specificity in candidate selection rather than volume. This approach, combined with our extensive network and market expertise, allowed us to deliver top-tier candidates with precise alignment to the client’s objectives.

In several cases, these placements filled roles that hadn’t yet been formally created, providing the client with a proactive pipeline of senior talent, introducing high-impact candidates even before roles were defined, and helping shape their future leadership team. This allowed the client to create new roles when transformative talent emerged, anticipating future needs rather than reacting to them.

Results

Our approach resulted in successful senior-level placements with a remarkable 1:1 CV submission ratio for each role. 

In multiple cases, our client created new positions for candidates who were the perfect strategic fit, underscoring the value of our proactive talent pipeline and market insights.

Each senior hire has seamlessly integrated into the client’s organisation, significantly contributing to ongoing strategic initiatives and setting new benchmarks for leadership.

Summary

This project exemplifies our commitment to delivering exceptional, targeted talent solutions that go beyond the typical recruitment approach. By focusing on an “inch wide, mile deep” strategy, we provided the client with unparalleled access to transformative talent, ensuring a continuous pipeline for future leadership needs. 

Our expertise, market presence, and proactive insights underscore our role as a trusted talent partner, dedicated to enhancing leadership teams in financial services.