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 The Challenge:

• The client needed to hire a Head of Talent to establish their HR and Talent Acquisition (TA) function from the ground up—a critical first hire in this area.
• The role had a global scope, requiring expertise in emerging markets.
• The ideal candidate needed the ability to develop and implement comprehensive HR and talent acquisition strategies.

Recruitment Solution:

• Sourcing and Screening: Talentedge leveraged our extensive network and search capabilities to identify candidates with the specific expertise required, particularly those with experience in global Fintech companies.
• Developed a curated longlist of potential candidates.
• Shortlisted five candidates based on their qualifications and experience.

Interview Process:

• Talentedge managed the initial interview stages, refining the pool to three candidates before advancing two finalists to the final interview round.

Assisted the client in developing a case study for the final candidates to assess their strengths and weaknesses in a real world context.

Outcome and Success Metrics:

• Successfully placed a candidate with 10 years of experience in the Talent space and a proven track record in a similar role within another global Fintech company.
• The client to secured a Head of Talent with the required skills and experience to build their HR/TA function from scratch.
• The case study exercise provided the founders with deeper insights into the candidate’s capabilities, facilitating a smoother onboarding process.
• This strategic hire marked a significant step in the company’s journey towards becoming a global leader in its industry.

Selected Candidate Profile:

• 10 years of experience in Talent Acquisition and HR leadership.
• Extensive experience in a similar role within another global Fintech company.

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Conclusion: Talentedge successfully placed a highly qualified Head of Talent for a global Fintech business by leveraging its expertise, resources, and strategic approach. This placement empowered the client to build a robust HR/TA function and take a crucial step toward achieving its vision of global market leadership.

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