​Role: Head of Strategy & Corporate Development

Industry: Property Development

Location: Global remit, based in Ireland

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Discovery

Our client required a Head of Strategy & Corporate Development as part of a planned succession strategy at a critical point in the business’s evolution. The appointment coincided with the development of a new five-year growth and corporate strategy, making this a highly influential leadership role with direct impact on long-term value creation.

The challenge centred on securing an individual with a rare and highly sought-after skill set, while ensuring strong cultural alignment with the organisation’s leadership team. Given the strategic importance of the role and the level of influence expected, identifying a leader with both commercial rigour and the right behavioural fit was essential.

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Reach

We leveraged our executive network, focusing on referrals and recommendations to access a highly passive talent pool. A bespoke engagement approach was designed to capture interest while positioning the opportunity effectively.

Detailed briefing materials outlining the organisation’s strategy, growth ambitions and the career value of the role were shared with potential candidates. This tailored engagement approach enabled meaningful conversations with senior executives who were not actively in the market but aligned with the long-term opportunity.

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Assessment

Each candidate was evaluated through a tailored framework. This included in-depth competency based interviews to assess leadership impact and capability in addition to exploration of candidate motivations and cultural alignment.

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Impact

Within six weeks, HRM delivered a strong shortlist and all candidates proceeded to interview. The successful appointment was delivered within agreed timelines and budget, enhancing leadership depth and providing the capability required to support the organisation’s next stage of growth.

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​Get In Touch

To discuss how we can support your Executive Search and Contract & Interim requirements contact:

Ciarán McCaughey – Managing Director – Executive Search | ciaran.mccaughey@hrmrecruit.com | +35383 1420673

Shane Browne – Managing Director – International Operations | shane.browne@hrmrecruit.com | +353 1 6321865

Arlene Moran – Managing Director – Contract & Interim | arlene.moran@hrmrecruit.com | +353 86 3656648