Situation
River was commissioned a global Management Consultancy, to hire a Public Sector Partner in Dubai. The firm had been previously using a SHREK recruitment firm who had been unsuccessful. Having been unable to appoint a single Partner in three years, River were brought in to accelerate the process and collaborate with senior executives to execute the mandate.
Within 18 months, River hired 3 Public Sector Partners and built a new Private Capital practice, which included 1 Partner, 1 Principal, 1 Engagement Manager, and 2 Associates.
Through his recruitment, our client initiated talks with a competitor in the MENA region which resulted in the acquisition of the firm and approximately 100 Partners and Associates.
Outcome
River mapped the MENA region and delivered on a specific mandate for the client. Beyond this, River played a critical advisory role, providing specialist support and knowledge on the region, market intelligence, as well as compensation and corporate structures to enable the acquisition and growth of our client.
River has since become a trusted partner, and we are retained on all Partner searches worldwide.
Client satisfaction
“River are the most successful recruitment partner we have ever used in the Middle East” – Managing Partner, Head of India, Middle East & Africa.
