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Executive Assistant

Overview

Challenge

The primary challenge was to find an Executive Assistant with a unique blend of skills that leaned more towards the business and client interaction side, rather than traditional administrative duties. The role required a candidate who could act as a seamless extension of the partner, engaging with clients, managing complex schedules, and contributing to business development activities. The search demanded a thorough evaluation of candidates to ensure they possessed the right mix of experience, business acumen, and interpersonal skills.

Result

After conducting numerous meetings with prospective candidates, in collaboration between the client and Corporate Associates, a suitable candidate was identified. This individual had a strong background as an Executive Assistant, with significant experience in client-facing roles and a proven ability to contribute to business operations. Their previous experience, which included working in dynamic business environments, equipped them with the skills necessary to support the new partner effectively and add value to the consulting firm’s new business venture.

Unique Approach

The recruitment process was commissioned with a specific focus on candidates who had demonstrated experience in client-facing and business-oriented roles within an Executive Assistant capacity. By emphasizing these aspects over traditional administrative skills, the search was able to attract candidates who were capable of fulfilling the unique requirements of the role. The collaborative approach to candidate meetings, involving both the client and Corporate Associates, allowed for a comprehensive evaluation of each candidate’s fit for the role, ultimately leading to the successful recruitment of an Executive Assistant aligned with the firm’s strategic goals and the partner’s business objectives.

2020 - 2021

Financial Year

A leading consulting firm with European origins

Client

Executive Assistant

Financial Year

2020 - 2021

Sector

Consulting

Client

A leading consulting firm with European origins

Location

Mumbai, India

Function

HR / Administration

Industry

Services

Introduction

The client is a prestigious consulting firm with a strong European heritage, offering a wide range of consulting services to businesses worldwide. Known for its strategic insights and high-impact solutions, the firm is committed to excellence and innovation in all its endeavors. The Executive Assistant position was created to support one of the firm’s new partners, playing a key role in the development and success of a new business venture by providing substantial business and client support.

Case

This case study explores the recruitment of an Executive Assistant for a new partner at a top-tier consulting firm known for its European roots and global presence. The role was crucial in supporting the partner’s efforts to enhance the firm’s brand and contribute to a new business venture. The firm was in search of an Executive Assistant who could offer more than traditional administrative support, focusing instead on adding value through client-facing interactions and business-oriented tasks.

Challenge

The primary challenge was to find an Executive Assistant with a unique blend of skills that leaned more towards the business and client interaction side, rather than traditional administrative duties. The role required a candidate who could act as a seamless extension of the partner, engaging with clients, managing complex schedules, and contributing to business development activities. The search demanded a thorough evaluation of candidates to ensure they possessed the right mix of experience, business acumen, and interpersonal skills.

Unique Approach

The recruitment process was commissioned with a specific focus on candidates who had demonstrated experience in client-facing and business-oriented roles within an Executive Assistant capacity. By emphasizing these aspects over traditional administrative skills, the search was able to attract candidates who were capable of fulfilling the unique requirements of the role. The collaborative approach to candidate meetings, involving both the client and Corporate Associates, allowed for a comprehensive evaluation of each candidate’s fit for the role, ultimately leading to the successful recruitment of an Executive Assistant aligned with the firm’s strategic goals and the partner’s business objectives.

Execution of Strategy

Result

After conducting numerous meetings with prospective candidates, in collaboration between the client and Corporate Associates, a suitable candidate was identified. This individual had a strong background as an Executive Assistant, with significant experience in client-facing roles and a proven ability to contribute to business operations. Their previous experience, which included working in dynamic business environments, equipped them with the skills necessary to support the new partner effectively and add value to the consulting firm’s new business venture.

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